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Finland’s innovative solution for nuclear waste

2023年9月23日

nuclear waste

©Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the major challenges associated with nuclear waste disposal? What are the potential environmental and health risks associated with improper nuclear waste management? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impressive /im-PRE S-iv / [adjective] – If an object or achievement is impressive, you admire or respect it, usually because it is special, important, or very large The students were amazed by the impressive science experiment conducted by their classmates, as it showcased a remarkable display of colorful chemical reactions. disposal /dih-SPOH-zuhl/ [noun] – the act of getting rid…
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Finland’s innovative solution for nuclear waste

2023年9月23日

nuclear waste

©Getty Images 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 studied the environmental impact of nuclear waste? Do you believe that nuclear waste poses a significant threat to human health and the environment? 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed It is important to recycle paper and plastic bottles to reduce waste and protect the environment. environment /en-VAHY-ruhn-muhnt/ [noun] – the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals, and…
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Finland’s innovative solution for nuclear waste

2023年9月23日

nuclear waste

©Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the willingness to give a lot of time and energy to something because it is important Emily’s dedication to her studies is evident in her consistent attendance, diligent note-taking, and regular completion of assignments. stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – firmly fixed or not likely to move or change The horse walked calmly and steadily, showing its stable nature during the riding lesson. minimal /MIN-uh-muhl/ [adjective] – very small in amount My younger brother prefers to keep his room tidy and organized with only a minimal number of toys and books. local…
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Race against extinction: Indochina leopards need immediate protection

2023年9月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv / [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember The elusive opportunity to travel to a remote, untouched island was a dream for many adventure seekers. habitat /HAB-i-tat / [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives The desert provides a unique habitat with extreme temperatures and scarce water resources, making it challenging for organisms to survive. brink /bringk/ [noun] – the point where a new or different situation is about to begin The environmental crisis has brought us to the brink of irreversible damage to our ecosystems,…
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Race against extinction: Indochina leopards need immediate protection

2023年9月22日

leopard-2895448_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a leopard? Why are leopards important to the ecosystem? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn / [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists The relentless hunting of elephants has put them on the brink of extinction. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The comprehensive guidebook provided detailed instructions and step-by-step procedures to help users navigate through the complex software. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The nonprofit organization launched…
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Race against extinction: Indochina leopards need immediate protection

2023年9月22日

leopard-2895448_1280

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 know what a leopard is? Do you think leopards are important to the ecosystem? 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。 leopard /LEP-erd/ [noun] – a large wild cat that has yellow fur with black spots on it and lives in Africa and southern Asia The leopard, with its distinctive spotted coat, is a stealthy and agile predator known for its ability to climb trees and ambush its prey. illegal /ih-LEE-guhl/ [adjective] – not allowed by law Poaching elephants for their ivory tusks is an illegal activity that…
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Chick-fil-A pilots novel drive-thru concept with urban planning principles

2023年9月21日

drivethru

©Chick-fil-A 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 ordered food from a drive-thru? Would you be willing to wait 45 minutes for a drive-thru transaction? 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。 concept /KON-sept/ [noun] – a principle or idea The concept of gravity explains the force that attracts objects toward each other and governs the motion of celestial bodies. suburb /SUHB-urb / [noun] – an area on the edge of a large town or city where people who work in the town or city often live Sarah grew up in a quiet suburb, surrounded…
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Chick-fil-A pilots novel drive-thru concept with urban planning principles

2023年9月21日

drivethru

©Chick-fil-A Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you purchase food from drive-thrus? How long should a drive-thru transaction last? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. principle /PRIN-suh-puhl/ [noun] – a basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works The principle of supply and demand dictates that prices tend to increase when demand exceeds supply and decrease when supply exceeds demand. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Applying a moisturizer can enhance the appearance and texture of the skin, making it look smoother…
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