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Endangered Sumatran rhino birth signals hope in the battle against extinction

2023年11月3日

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©Antara Foto/Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the word “rhinoceros”? What do you believe are the unique characteristics of rhinoceroses? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity Conservation organizations work to protect endangered species and their habitats. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – animals or plants that may soon not exist because there are very few now alive: Endangered animals need our protection. illegal /ih-LEE-guhl…
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‘White People Meals’ trend in China reflects nation’s evolving culinary preferences

2023年11月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place The documentary sheds light on the harmful effects of environmental exposure to toxic chemicals. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – a first small event or problem that causes a much worse situation to develop The team’s victory in the championship game sparked celebrations throughout the city. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged The preservation of traditional cultural practices is essential for the identity…
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‘White People Meals’ trend in China reflects nation’s evolving culinary preferences

2023年11月2日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite Japanese food? Do you like Western food? Which one is your favorite? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the result of something The weather was a significant factor in the cancellation of the outdoor event. critic /KRIT-ik/ [noun] – someone who says that they do not approve of someone or something The art critic wrote a scathing review of the gallery’s latest exhibition, criticizing the lack of originality and artistic depth. nonetheless /nuhn-thuh-LES/ [adverb] – despite what…
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‘White People Meals’ trend in China reflects nation’s evolving culinary preferences

2023年11月2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。 Are you familiar with Western food? Do you like trying out foreign foods? 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。 influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [noun] – the power to have an effect on people or things, or a person or thing that is able to do this The teacher’s positive influence motivated her students to work hard and achieve their goals. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys goods or services for their own use As a responsible consumer, she always checks product labels for ingredients and makes environmentally conscious purchasing…
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Scientists win Nobel Prize for ‘groundbreaking’ mRNA Covid-19 vaccines

2023年11月1日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you imagine vaccines playing a role in global health efforts and disease prevention? Have you heard of the ‘Nobel Prize’? Can you envision how the Nobel Prize influences advancements and recognition in science, literature, peace efforts, and other fields? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary It is crucial to double-check the safety measures before starting any experiment in the laboratory. committee /kuh-MIT-ee/ [noun] – a small group of people chosen to represent a larger organization and either make decisions or collect…
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Scientists win Nobel Prize for ‘groundbreaking’ mRNA Covid-19 vaccines

2023年11月1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 believe vaccines play a crucial role in global health efforts and disease prevention? Do you think the Nobel Prize significantly influences advancements and recognition in science, literature, peace efforts, and other fields? 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。 scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an expert who studies or works in one of the sciences Albert Einstein is regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all time due to his contributions to the theory of relativity. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – a very small organism that causes disease in…
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Scientists win Nobel Prize for ‘groundbreaking’ mRNA Covid-19 vaccines

2023年11月1日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl/ [verb] – to publicly praise or show approval for a person or an achievement After their groundbreaking research was published, scientists and experts from around the world hailed their work as a major advancement in the field of medicine. fundamentally /fuhn-duh-MEN-tl-ee/ [adverb] – in a basic and important way The success of any relationship is fundamentally built on trust and communication. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [verb] – to be one of the first people to do something Marie Curie pioneered the field of radiology with her groundbreaking research on radioactivity. infectious /in-FEK-shuhs/ [adjective] – (of a…
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