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Adult reading for pleasure continues to decline in the digital age

2026年1月15日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do to relax in your free time? What kinds of stories or topics do you find interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pleasure /PLEZH-er/ [noun] – a feeling of happiness or enjoyment Many people find pleasure in walking along the beach after work. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something is developing A trend toward remote work has grown in many companies. motivation /moh-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the reason or energy that causes a person to act Clear goals can increase motivation at the…
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“Avatar: Fire and Ash” earns $345 million worldwide in opening weekend

2026年1月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. measured //MEH-zhurd// [adjective] – careful and controlled The company took a measured approach to expanding overseas. tempered /TEM-perd/ [adjective] – reduced in strength or intensity Expectations were tempered after mixed early reviews. enduring /en-DYUR-ing/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time The brand shows enduring popularity across generations. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – planned to achieve a specific goal The release followed a strategic holiday schedule. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important Audience feedback will be pivotal for future films. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation. “Avatar: Fire…
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“Avatar: Fire and Ash” earns $345 million worldwide in opening weekend

2026年1月14日

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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。 Do you like watching movies in theaters? Have you heard of the Avatar movie series? 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。 earn /ERND/ [verb] – to get money for work or sales The movie earned a lot of money. holiday /HOL-i-dey/ [noun] – a special time when people rest or celebrate Many people travel during holidays. worldwide /WURLD-wahyd/ [adverb] – in many countries around the world The movie was popular worldwide. review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an opinion about a movie, book, or product The movie got good reviews. future…
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“Avatar: Fire and Ash” earns $345 million worldwide in opening weekend

2026年1月14日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite movie? Do you like science-fiction films? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – not very high or low Ticket sales showed moderate growth. mixed /MIKST/ [adjective] – having different opinions The film received mixed reactions. reliable /ri-LY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be trusted The franchise is reliable at the box office. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – staying the same over time Attendance remained consistent. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – very important Holiday sales are essential for success. Article Reading: Please read the…
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Invasive fish species threaten fishing communities in the Mediterranean

2026年1月13日

invasive fish

©(AP Photo/Petros Karadjias) 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。 Do you like eating fish or seafood? Would you try a new kind of fish if it was safe to eat? 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。 temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the level of heat or cold in a place Rising temperature affects energy use in large cities. survey /SUR-vey/ [noun] – a study that collects information from people or data A government survey shows changes in public transportation use. toxic /TOK-sik/ [adjective] – harmful or poisonous Toxic chemicals were found near the factory area. removal…
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Invasive fish species threaten fishing communities in the Mediterranean

2026年1月13日

invasive fish

©(AP Photo/Petros Karadjias) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of fish do people usually eat in your country? What problems could fishermen face if local fish become harder to catch? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. expansion /ik-SPAN-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of becoming larger or wider The expansion of the city caused changes in nearby farmland. pressure /PRE-shur/ [noun] – force or stress that causes difficulty or strain Rising costs put pressure on small local businesses. native /NEY-tiv/ [adjective] – originally belonging to a place Native plants grow better in local soil conditions. sharp…
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Invasive fish species threaten fishing communities in the Mediterranean

2026年1月13日

invasive fish

©(AP Photo/Petros Karadjias) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading into an area where it does not naturally belong and causing harm An invasive plant can damage local gardens and farms. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make a problem or situation worse Heavy traffic can exacerbate air pollution in large cities. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce the negative effects of a problem New safety rules were introduced to mitigate workplace accidents. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to recover or stay strong after difficulty Small coastal businesses remain resilient despite repeated storm damage. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able…
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