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Disney+ considers price increase due to UK laws

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©comicbook 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 currently have an active subscription to a streaming service? Have you ever canceled a subscription to a streaming service? 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。 require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary The school rules require students to wear uniforms every day. argue /AHR-gyoo/ [AHR-gyoo] – to give the reasons for your opinion, idea, belief, etc. They argue that reducing carbon emissions is crucial to combating climate change. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing…
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Disney+ considers price increase due to UK laws

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©comicbook Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legislation /lej-is-LEY-shuhn / [noun] – a law or set of laws suggested by a government and made official by a parliament The new legislation aims to regulate online privacy and protect personal data. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or develop, or happening at the present moment The ongoing construction work is causing temporary disruptions to traffic in the city. sector /SEK-ter/ [noun] – one of the areas into which the economic activity of a country is divided Different sectors of the economy, such as agriculture, manufacturing, and services, contribute to the overall development…
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Discovering ocean submersibles

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detect /dih-TEKT/ [verb] – to notice something that is partly hidden or not clear, or to discover something, especially using a special method The detective carefully examined the crime scene, hoping to detect any clues that would lead to the identity of the thief. echo /EK-oh/ [noun] – a sound that is heard after it has been reflected off a surface such as a wall or a cliff The sound of footsteps in the empty hallway created an eerie echo, making it feel as though someone else was present. disturbance /dih-STUR-buhns/ [noun] – something that interrupts…
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Discovering ocean submersibles

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the major challenges scientists face when exploring the depths of the ocean? What are the different methods and technologies used in ocean exploration? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ensure /uhn-SHUR/ [verb] – to make something certain to happen: Before leaving the house, Maria always double-checks her bag to ensure that she has her keys, phone, and wallet with her. utmost /UHT-mohst/ [adjective] – used to emphasize how important or serious something is: The lifeguard at the pool takes the safety of swimmers with the utmost seriousness,…
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Discovering ocean submersibles

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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 find the mysteries of the deep sea intriguing and captivating? Do you believe that further ocean exploration can lead to significant scientific discoveries? 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。 exploration /ek-spluh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the activity of searching and finding out about something The class went on an exciting exploration of the local park, searching for different types of birds and insects. cutting-edge /kut-ing-EJ / [adjective] – very modern and with all the newest features The new smartphone has cutting-edge technology that allows you to take high-quality photos…
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Ever-present threat that surrounds Titanic

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©Popular Mechanics 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 of the Titanic before? Do you want to see things found on the Titanic wreck? 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。 exploring /uhk-SPLAW-ruhng/ [gerund] – the act of investigating or discovering something new or unfamiliar Exploring new places is a fun way to learn about different cultures. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a type of specialized equipment or machinery used for transportation or exploration purposes The bicycle is a two-wheeled vehicle that I ride to school every day. avoid /uh-VOID/ [verb] – to stay away…
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Ever-present threat that surrounds Titanic

Titanic

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Titanic? Do you want to see the Titanic shipwreck? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unpredictable /uhn-pri-DIK-tuh-buhl / [adjective] – tending to change suddenly and without reason or warning, and therefore not able to be depended on The weather in this region is unpredictable. constantly /KON-stuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – all the time or often John’s little brother is constantly asking questions, always curious about the world around him. steer /steer/ [verb] – to control the direction of a vehicle The captain used…
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