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Surge in child and teen diabetes cases amid COVID-19 raises concerns

2023年10月8日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of diabetes before? What do you know about it? How do you think the COVID-19 pandemic might have affected people’s health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit this year, which allowed them to expand their business. uncertain /uhn-SUR-tn/ [adjective] – not knowing what to do or believe, or not able to decide about something I feel uncertain about what to wear to the party. thirst /thurst/ [noun] – a need for something…
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Surge in child and teen diabetes cases amid COVID-19 raises concerns

2023年10月8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 heard about diabetes before? Is diabetes a common health condition in your country? 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。 approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time It is a walk of approximately 15 minutes from my house to the park. link /lingk/ [lingk] – a connection between two people, things, or ideas The teacher explained the link between studying hard and getting good grades in school. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – an extremely small piece of organic…
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How white roofs cool homes in Indian slums

2023年10月7日

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©Mitul Kajaria 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。 Does the color of a roof affect the temperature inside a building? Do white roofs impact energy consumption and utility costs for homeowners? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. Recycling helps reduce waste and protect the environment. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential for our bodies to stay hydrated and healthy. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – (the situation of being faced with) something that needs great…
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How white roofs cool homes in Indian slums

2023年10月7日

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©Mitul Kajaria Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How does the color of a roof affect the temperature inside a building? How do white roofs impact energy consumption and utility costs for homeowners? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unbearable /uhn-BAIR-uh-buhl / [adjective] – too painful or unpleasant for you to continue to experience The heat inside the classroom during the summer was unbearable, making it difficult for the students to concentrate on their studies. effective /ih-FEK-tiv/ [adjective] – successful or achieving the results that you want Using flashcards can be an effective way for students to…
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How white roofs cool homes in Indian slums

2023年10月7日

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©Mitul Kajaria Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scorching /SKAWR-ching/ [adjective] – very hot After spending the entire day under the scorching sun, I was relieved to finally find shade and cool down with a refreshing drink. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – the state of depending on or trusting in something or someone Many people have a heavy reliance on their smartphones for communication and accessing information. appliance /uh-PLAHY-uhns/ [noun] – a device, machine, or piece of equipment, especially an electrical one that is used in the house, such as a stove or washing machine My mom uses a dishwasher as a helpful…
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Concerns rise over melatonin overuse as sleep aid

2023年10月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 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 doctor recommended taking a calcium supplement to ensure adequate bone health. insomnia /in-SOM-nee-uh/ [noun] – the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time The chronic insomnia affected her daily life, leaving her feeling fatigued and unable to concentrate during the day. adolescent /ad-l-ES-uhnt / [noun] – a young person who is developing into an adult The counselor provided guidance and support to help the adolescent navigate through…
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Concerns rise over melatonin overuse as sleep aid

2023年10月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you tried using supplements to help you sleep? How was the experience? Do you think these supplements are safe? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aid /eyd/ [noun] – help or support The government increased financial aid for small businesses during the economic downturn. disorder /dis-AWR-der/ [noun] – an illness of the mind or body The psychologist diagnosed her with an anxiety disorder based on her symptoms and behavior. excessive /ik-SES-iv/ [adjective] – too much The company faced criticism for its excessive use of packaging, which…
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Concerns rise over melatonin overuse as sleep aid

2023年10月6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 tried using supplements to help you sleep? Do you think these supplements are safe? 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。 disturbance /dih-STUR-buhns/ [noun] – something that interrupts you, esp. something loud or causing trouble The loud music coming from the neighboring apartment caused a disturbance. guidance /GAHYD-ns/ [noun] – help and advice about how to do something or about how to deal with problems The coach’s guidance during training sessions helped the team improve their performance. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the…
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