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Russian programmers outsmart censors in digital cat and mouse game

2024年5月17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 aware that some countries restrict internet access for their citizens? Do you know what a VPN is used for? 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。 battle /BAT-l/ [noun] – a conflict or struggle The battle for environmental preservation is gaining momentum as activists around the world push for stricter regulations to protect natural habitats. block /blok/ [verb] – to prevent access or stop something from being available The school’s firewall blocks access to certain websites deemed inappropriate for students. advertisement /ad-ver-TAHYZ-muhnt/ [noun] – any form of promotional…
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Russian programmers outsmart censors in digital cat and mouse game

2024年5月17日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stringent /STRIN-juhnt/ [adjective] – having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting The government imposed stringent regulations to control the spread of misinformation online. facet /FAS-it/ [noun] – a particular aspect or feature of something The research paper analyzed every facet of the issue, providing a comprehensive understanding of its complexities. freelance /FREE-laans/ [adjective] – working for different companies at different times rather than being permanently employed by one company She decided to pursue a freelance career, offering her services to various companies on a project basis rather than seeking a full-time position with one…
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Russian programmers outsmart censors in digital cat and mouse game

2024年5月17日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a VPN? What might lead a government to restrict internet content? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [noun] – a determined effort or fight to achieve or resist something The struggle for civil rights was a long and arduous battle, but it eventually led to significant social change. liberty /LIB-er-tee/ [noun] – the state of being free from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one’s actions, thoughts, or beliefs The constitution guarantees the liberty to express opinions without fear of government retaliation. media /MEE-dee-uh/ [noun] – the…
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Storm surge overwhelms Cape Town’s Turtle Conservation Center

2024年5月16日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a storm surge? How do you think a storm surge might affect coastal areas? What kind of animals do you think might be affected by a storm surge, and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of protecting and preserving natural resources, wildlife, or the environment The conservation of endangered species is crucial for maintaining biodiversity. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who offers to do something willingly without payment, often for a charitable or community organization Many volunteers help clean up beaches…
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Storm surge overwhelms Cape Town’s Turtle Conservation Center

2024年5月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overwhelm /oh-ver-HWELM/ [verb] – to be swamped or flooded by something to the extent of being unable to cope effectively As the project deadlines piled up and the tasks multiplied, Sarah found herself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work, unable to cope effectively with the demands on her time and energy. conservationist /kon-ser-VEY-shuh-nist / [noun] – someone who works to protect the environment and animals The conservationist planted trees to help save the endangered species in the forest. leadership /LEE-der-ship/ [noun] – the quality of being a leader, or the position of being a leader…
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Storm surge overwhelms Cape Town’s Turtle Conservation Center

2024年5月16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。 Have you already seen a baby turtle? Do you know what a storm surge is? 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。 flood /fluhd/ [verb] – to overflow or inundate with water; a great quantity of water covering land that is usually dry Heavy rain can flood streets and homes. stuck /stuhk/ [adjective] – unable to move or extricate oneself from a particular situation He was stuck in traffic for hours due to the accident. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – important and needing urgent attention or action; of great consequence She…
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Barbie marks 65 years amidst expanded doll diversity

2024年5月15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。 Is Barbie popular in your country? Do you know anyone who collects Barbie dolls? 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。 wheelchair /WEEL-chair/ [noun] – a chair on wheels that people who are unable to walk use for moving around After her surgery, she relied on a wheelchair to move around the house and outdoors. despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – in spite of; even though Despite the rain, the soccer game continued as scheduled. success /suhk-SES/ [noun] – something that achieves positive results The success of their collaboration led to increased…
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Barbie marks 65 years amidst expanded doll diversity

2024年5月15日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flourish /FLUR-ish/ [noun] – if you do something with a flourish, you do it with one big, noticeable movement He signed his name on the document with a flourish, making a bold statement with the swift, elaborate motion of his pen. plethora /PLETH-er-uh / [noun] – a very large amount of something, especially a larger amount than you need, want, or can deal with The market was flooded with a plethora of options, leaving consumers overwhelmed by the abundance of choices available. diversity /dih-VUR-si-tee/ [noun] – the fact of many different types of things or people…
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