Florida’s Gatorland Park welcomes an extraordinary alligator with a jaw challenge to forever home
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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit
©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to say or think that something is the result of a particular thing Many scientists attribute the recent increase in wildfires to climate change. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region suffered from a severe drought, causing water shortages. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily destroyed, ended, or made to fail The delicate ecosystem of the rainforest is incredibly fragile and easily disrupted. caution /KAW-shuhn/ [verb] – to warn someone It’s essential to caution hikers about the potential dangers of the…
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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit
©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute 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 heard about dolphins before? Do you know what a drought 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。 limited /LIM-i-tid/ [adjective] – kept within a particular size or amount The store has a limited supply of the popular toy, so it may sell out quickly. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the particular state that something or someone is in The car is in excellent condition and runs smoothly. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – one of the four periods of the year I love the fall season when…
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Florida’s Gatorland Park welcomes an extraordinary alligator with a jaw challenge to forever home
©Gatorland Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. local /LOH-kuhl / [noun] – a person who lives in the particular small area that you are talking about The local, who had spent all his life in the small village, was a respected figure in the community. lifelong /LAHYF-lawng/ [adjective] – lasting for the whole of a person’s life Her lifelong dream was to travel the world and explore new cultures, which she achieved after years of hard work and dedication. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened Despite facing numerous setbacks,…
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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit
©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When you hear about dolphins and drought in an environmental context, what thoughts or concerns come to mind? Can you think of any ways in which the well-being of marine life like dolphins might be connected to the availability of water in their habitat, especially during a drought? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisis /KRAHY-sis/ [noun] – a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering The economic crisis led to widespread unemployment and financial instability. distressing /dih-STRESS-ing/ [adjective] – a feeling of extreme worry, sadness, or pain…
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Florida’s Gatorland Park welcomes an extraordinary alligator with a jaw challenge to forever home
©Gatorland 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 an alligator before? Do you know where alligators usually live? 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。 extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange The magician’s performance was truly extraordinary, leaving the audience in awe of his incredible tricks. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – movement to an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position The significant progress in technology over the last decade has transformed the way we live and work. discussion /dih-SKUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – the activity in which…
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Lucid Motors expands global presence with new EV factory in Saudi Arabia
©Romain Maurice/Getty Images for Haute Living Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venture /VEN-cher / [noun] – a risky or daring journey or undertaking, often with the goal of achieving success Starting a new business can be a risky venture, but it can also lead to great rewards. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – widely known and highly respected or famous for a particular quality or achievement The renowned scientist received a prestigious award for her groundbreaking research. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to suggest that there is a sharp and substantial rise in the popularity and demand for something The new superhero movie is…
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Lucid Motors expands global presence with new EV factory in Saudi Arabia
©Romain Maurice/Getty Images for Haute Living 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 own an electric vehicle? Are there environmental benefits associated with using electric vehicles? 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。 development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the process by which someone or something grows, changes, and becomes more advanced The development of technology has changed our lives significantly. government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/ [noun] – the group of people who are responsible for controlling a country or a region, usually elected by the citizens of that country The government is implementing new policies to improve healthcare. encourage…
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Lucid Motors expands global presence with new EV factory in Saudi Arabia
©Romain Maurice/Getty Images for Haute Living Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are electric vehicles (EVs) and how do they work? What are the environmental benefits of using electric vehicles? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. momentous /moh-MEN-tuhs/ [adjective] – very important or significant, often with a sense of historical importance The moon landing was a momentous event in human history. thrilling /THRIL-ing / [adjective] – very exciting or exhilarating Riding a roller coaster can be a thrilling experience. investment /in-VEST-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of putting money, effort, or resources into something with the expectation…
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Lucid Motors expands global presence with new EV factory in Saudi Arabia
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