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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

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©HBD Príncipe Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the significance of chocolate in our culture and history? Have you ever heard of “The Chocolate Islands” before? If yes, what do you know about them? If not, what do you think the term might refer to? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tropical /TROP-i-kuhl / [adjective] – extremely hot The students explored the lush tropical rainforest, filled with colorful birds and vibrant plants. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength Over the years, there has been a decline in…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

choco island

©HBD Príncipe Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance My family and I visited a historical museum to learn about our country’s rich heritage by exploring artifacts and discovering the traditions of our ancestors. legacy /LEG-uh-see/ [noun] – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time Despite facing numerous challenges, Martin Luther King Jr. left behind a powerful legacy of peaceful activism, inspiring future generations to…
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Berberine’s sudden fame raises safety issues

2023年10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。 Do you take food supplements? Do you think food supplements help us be healthier? 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。 potential /puh-TEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions exist A number of potential customers called our pizza shop yesterday. vary /VAIR-ee/ [verb] – If things of the same type vary, they are different from each other, and if you vary them, you cause them to be different from each other. The weather conditions can vary greatly depending on the season and location. reliable /ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – Someone or something that…
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Beginner

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Berberine’s sudden fame raises safety issues

2023年10月15日

berberine

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. regulate /REG-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature in the room to keep it at a comfortable level. spark / spahrk/ [verb] – to cause the start of something, especially an argument or fighting The new advertising campaign sparked interest in the product, resulting in a significant increase in sales. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – a medicine that contains substances that you need to stay healthy in addition to what you get in your food The athlete incorporated protein supplements into his training…
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Berberine’s sudden fame raises safety issues

2023年10月15日

berberine

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are food supplements? Do you take food supplements? Tell me about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. derived /dih-RAHYVD/ [verb] – coming from or caused by something else The serum’s main component is an antioxidant derived from mangosteens. caution /KAW-shuhn/ [noun] – great care and attention The teacher emphasized the importance of caution when conducting scientific experiments to ensure safety and accuracy. consult /KUHN-suhlt/ [verb] – to get information or advice from a person, book, etc. with special knowledge on a particular subject The patient decided to consult with…
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Mechanical ‘Monster Wolves’ roar to guard crops

2023年10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。 Have you ever heard of robot wolves before? What do you think they might be 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。 crop /krop/ [noun] – a plant that is grown in large quantities for food or other purposes Farmers grow various crops like wheat, corn, and rice. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – a way to solve a problem or issue Finding a solution to this math problem was challenging. introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something into use or existence for the first time The company plans to…
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Beginner

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Mechanical ‘Monster Wolves’ roar to guard crops

2023年10月14日

corn-field-440338_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of robot wolves before? What do you think they might be used for? Why do you think farmers might be worried about wild animals in their fields? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chaos /KEY-os/ [noun] – complete disorder and confusion, often resulting in a state of upheaval or turmoil After the hurricane hit, the town was in chaos, with houses damaged and streets flooded. mechanical /muh-KAN-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to or operated by machinery or a machine The mechanical arm on the robot could perform precise…
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Intermediate

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Mechanical ‘Monster Wolves’ roar to guard crops

2023年10月14日

corn-field-440338_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cunning /KUHN-ing/ [adjective] – having or showing skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit or evasion The cunning fox outsmarted the farmer by sneaking into the henhouse at night. sneak /sneek/ [verb] – to move quietly and secretly in order to avoid being noticed The cat tried to sneak up on the birds in the garden but was unsuccessful. emit /ih-MIT/ [verb] – to send out a beam, noise, smell, or gas The factory emits a lot of smoke, which is harmful to the environment. feast on /feest on/ [phrasal verb] – to eat a large…
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