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Ribeira Sacra winegrowers embrace steep hills and a rich heritage in Spain

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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。 Have you ever drunk wine? Does your country produce wine? 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。 steep /steep/ [adjective] – rising or falling sharply; having a steep slope The hiker carefully navigated the steep path up the mountain. valley /VAL-ee/ [noun] – low areas of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream running through them The kids played in the valley near the river. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something She uses a new method to study for her tests. own…
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Ribeira Sacra winegrowers embrace steep hills and a rich heritage in Spain

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. viticulture /VIT-i-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the growing of grapes, or the science or study of this The study of viticulture includes understanding soil types, climate, and grape varieties. devastate /DEV-uh-steyt/ [verb] – to destroy a place or thing completely or cause great damage The hurricane devastated the coastal town, leaving many residents without homes. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The unexpected announcement triggered a wave of excitement among the fans. affluent /AF-loo-uhnt/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or owning a lot of things The affluent neighborhood is known for its luxury…
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Meta unveils advanced virtual reality headset and smart glasses at Menlo Park Event

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of product features do you think are most important to highlight in a presentation? What methods do you think are effective for engaging an audience during a presentation? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. virtual reality /VUR-choo-uhl ree-AL-i-tee/ [noun phrase] – a computer-generated environment that simulates physical presence in real or imagined worlds In virtual reality, players can explore places they have never visited before. presentation /prez-uhn-TEY-shuhn/ [noun ] – speech or display that informs or explains something to an audience The presentation on animals helped us learn about…
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Meta unveils advanced virtual reality headset and smart glasses at Menlo Park Event

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – a first or preliminary version of a device or vehicle from which other forms are developed The engineer created a prototype of the car before producing the final model. lightweight /LAHYT-weyt/ [adjective] – designed to be easy to carry; not heavy This backpack is lightweight, making it perfect for hiking and traveling. neural interface /NOOR-uhl IN-ter-feys/ [noun phrase] – a system that allows communication between a brain and an external device The neural interface helped the scientist understand how the brain processes information. cutting-edge /KUH-tuhng EJ/ [adjective] – highly advanced; the most…
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Meta unveils advanced virtual reality headset and smart glasses at Menlo Park Event

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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。 Which types of product features are most important to highlight in a presentation: price, functionality, design, or customer testimonials? Which methods do you think are most effective for engaging an audience during a presentation: visual aids, interactive activities, storytelling, or Q&A sessions? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to put something into use, operation, or a place for the first time The teacher will introduce new rules in class tomorrow. feature /FEE-cher/ [noun] – a distinctive attribute or aspect of something The movie has a…
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Rising wolf population leads EU to consider loosening protections

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do governments or conservation groups protect certain animal species, like wolves? What are some possible reasons for reducing protections for wolves as their population grows? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revise /ri-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to change or correct something, often to improve it Students need to revise their homework before turning it in. regulation /reg-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule or directive made and maintained by an authority The school has a regulation about wearing uniforms every day. livelihood /LAHYV-lee-hood/ [noun] – a means of securing the necessities of life;…
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Rising wolf population leads EU to consider loosening protections

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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 governments or conservation groups protect certain animal species, like wolves? Are there possible reasons for reducing protections for wolves as their population grows? 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。 rule /rool/ [noun] – a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc. The school has a new rule about cell phones. agree /uh-GREE/ [verb] – to have the same opinion or to accept something They all agree that the movie was fun. related /ri-LEY-tid/ [adjective] – connected or having some…
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Rising wolf population leads EU to consider loosening protections

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. convention /kuhn-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a large formal meeting of people who do something as a job or have a similar interest The teachers attended a convention to discuss new education strategies. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the feeling of being upset or annoyed because of the inability to achieve something She felt frustration when the computer crashed before she saved her work. rural /ROOR-uhl/ [adjective] – in, relating to, or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town The small, rural village had only one school and a few shops. lobbyist /LOB-ee-ist/ [noun] – someone who tries…
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