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A Doberman named Penny wins the historic 150th Westminster Dog Show

2026年2月17日

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©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – respected and admired as very high quality Winning this prestigious award is a great honor for any professional dog trainer. resemble /ri-ZEM-buhl/ [verb] – to look like or be similar to another person or thing The two brothers resemble each other so much that people often think they are twins. impeccably /im-PEK-uh-blee/ [adverb] – in a way that is perfect or has no mistakes The young pianist played the difficult music impeccably. delight /dih-LAHYT/ [verb] – to give someone great pleasure or joy The beautiful fireworks in the park…
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A Doberman named Penny wins the historic 150th Westminster Dog Show

2026年2月17日

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©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 What is your favorite animal? Do you like watching animal competitions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 represent /rep-ri-ZENT/ [verb] – to act or speak for a group, a country, or a type The different animals in the show represent many countries. well-trained /wel-TRAYND/ [adjective] – taught to behave or perform a specific task correctly through practice The young chefs were all very talented, hardworking, and well-trained. excellent /EK-suh-luhnt/ [adjective] – extremely good or of very high quality It was difficult to choose a winner because…
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James Webb Telescope Map reveals unprecedented dark matter structure across billions of years

2026年2月16日

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©NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do telescopes help scientists study? What examples can be given? Why do scientists explore space? What benefits can be mentioned? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better New data helped improve space research results. major /MEY-jer/ [adjective] – very important or serious The project is a major step in astronomy. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions to achieve something The process involves studying light patterns. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [verb] – to watch carefully Scientists observe galaxies using telescopes. measure…
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James Webb Telescope Map reveals unprecedented dark matter structure across billions of years

2026年2月16日

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©NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you already seen a space telescope? Do people enjoy learning about space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 learn /LURN/ [verb] – to get knowledge or skill Students learn about planets in school. large /LAHRJ/ [adjective] – big in size The telescope took large space photos. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a way of doing something Scientists use a method to study stars. study /STUHD-ee/ [verb] – to learn about something carefully Experts study space every day. help /HELP/ [verb] – to make something easier New…
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James Webb Telescope Map reveals unprecedented dark matter structure across billions of years

2026年2月16日

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©NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. illuminate /ih-LOO-muh-neyt/ [verb] – to make something clearer or easier to understand The new telescope images illuminate complex galaxy movements. objective /uhb-JEK-tiv/ [noun] – something that researchers are trying to achieve The main objective is to explain dark matter behavior. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The telescope captured unprecedented cosmic detail. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] – very convincing or believable The images provided compelling scientific evidence. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-ruh-tiv/ [adjective] – involving several people working together The collaborative project involved many space agencies. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then,…
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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a rocket fueling test? Why is it done before launch? What dangers can fuel leaks cause? How can engineers reduce these risks? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SERNS/ [noun] – worries or problems Safety concerns delayed the test schedule. process /PRAH-ses/ [noun] – series of actions Fueling is a slow process. procedure /pruh-SEE-jerz/ [noun] – official methods New procedures improved safety. importance /im-POR-tns/ [noun] – value or significance The test showed the importance of preparation. critical /KRIT-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important The test…
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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Is a rocket fueling test done before a launch to check systems and safety? Can fuel leaks cause dangers during a rocket launch? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a situation that causes difficulties and needs to be dealt with The rocket had a problem during testing. dangerous /DEYN-jer-uhs/ [adjective] – likely to cause harm or injury Hydrogen gas is dangerous. continue /kuhn-TIN-yoo/ [verb] – Cambridge meaning: to keep happening or doing something without stopping NASA will continue testing. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/…
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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exasperating /ig-ZAS-puh-ray-ting/ [adjective] – causing intense frustration Repeated delays created an exasperating situation for mission planners. volatility /vol-uh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – tendency to change rapidly or dangerously Hydrogen volatility requires strict safety controls during fueling. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important The rehearsal was pivotal for confirming launch readiness. consequential /kon-si-KWEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – producing important effects The delay had consequential impacts on mission planning. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – ability to recover quickly System resilience was tested during repeated shutdowns. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and…
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