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French Rothschild family unveils hidden 19th-century treasure trove

2023年12月13日

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©Christie’s Images Limited 2023 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 auction? What kinds of items do you think can be sold at an auction? 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。 collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of objects or works of art that are kept together, often for display or study She had a remarkable collection of vintage comic books. recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – in the near or immediate past; not long ago I met her recently at a friend’s party. item /AY-tuhm/ [noun] – a single thing, often…
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French Rothschild family unveils hidden 19th-century treasure trove

2023年12月13日

Rothchild

©Christie’s Images Limited 2023 Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emperor /EM-per-er / [noun] – a sovereign ruler of great power and rank, especially the ruler of an empire The emperor of ancient Rome was a powerful and influential leader. heritage /HER-i-tij / [noun] – the cultural, historical, and natural legacy passed down from previous generations Preserving our cultural heritage is essential for future generations to understand our roots. auction /AWK-shuhn/ [noun] – a public sale in which items are sold to the highest bidder The rare artwork was sold at auction to the highest bidder for a significant sum. lavish /LAV-ish/…
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French Rothschild family unveils hidden 19th-century treasure trove

2023年12月13日

Rothchild

©Christie’s Images Limited 2023 Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of an auction? What do you know about it? What kinds of items do you think can be sold at an auction? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ceramics /suh-RAM-iks / [noun] – objects, such as pottery or porcelain, made of clay and baked at high temperatures, often used for decorative or functional purposes She collected beautiful ceramics from different countries. astonishing /uh-STON-i-shing/ [adjective] – extremely surprising or impressive; causing amazement The magician’s tricks were astonishing, leaving the audience in awe. cameo /KAM-ee-oh/…
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Leprosy surges in Central Florida, report says

2023年12月12日

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©CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is ‘leprosy’? What diseases or illnesses tend to have localized outbreaks in specific regions of your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. absence /AB-suhns/ [noun] – the lack or nonexistence of common risk factors The absence of any warning signs led to the unexpected outcome of the experiment. nerve /nurv/ [noun] – a group of long, thin fibres (= structures like threads) that carry information or instructions between the brain and other parts of the body Damage to the nerve can lead to numbness and tingling in the…
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Leprosy surges in Central Florida, report says

2023年12月12日

Leprosy

©CNN 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 ‘leprosy’ is? Are there diseases or illnesses that tend to have localized outbreaks in specific regions of 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – happening or doing something often She has a regular exercise routine that she follows every morning. unexpected /uhn-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected The sudden rainstorm caught us off guard and was completely unexpected. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The sighting of a rare bird species attracted birdwatchers from all around…
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Leprosy surges in Central Florida, report says

2023年12月12日

Leprosy

©CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diagnosis /dahy-uhg-NOH-sis/ [noun] – a judgment about what a particular illness or problem is, made after examining it The doctor conducted several tests to make an accurate diagnosis of the patient’s condition. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The loud noise triggered a panic among the crowd. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of passing something from one person or place to another The virus’s transmission from person to person is a major concern in controlling its spread. oddly /AAD-lee/ [adverb] – in a strange or surprising way Oddly, the usually noisy…
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Arabica coffee struggles due to unpredictable climate shifts

2023年12月11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 usually drink coffee? Have you ever tried different brewing methods for coffee? 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。 decrease /dih-KREES/ [verb] – to become less, or to make something become less The temperature is expected to decrease significantly in the coming days. handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of It’s important to find someone who can handle the responsibilities of this job. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the people and activities involved in one type of business The fashion industry…
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