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Arabica coffee struggles due to unpredictable climate shifts

2023年12月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The CEO decided to initiate a new marketing campaign to boost sales. cultivate /KUHL-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to prepare land and grow crops on it, or to grow a particular crop He took a course on how to cultivate herbs for medicinal purposes. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The severe drought in the region led to water shortages and crop failures. grasp /grahsp/ [verb ] – to understand something, especially something difficult Despite the complex nature of the topic,…
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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. What types of coffee are you familiar with? What is your favorite type of coffee, and how often do you drink it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncertain /uhn-SUR-tn/ [adjective] – not known or fixed, or not completely certain The outcome of the experiment is still uncertain as we await the final results. tackle /TAK-uhl / [verb] – to try to deal with something or someone She decided to tackle the challenging project head-on, determined to find a solution. vital /VAHYT-l/ [adjective] – necessary for the success or continued existence…
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England’s national soccer team secures Euro 2024 spot with stunning victory over Italy

2023年12月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accomplish /uh-KOM-plish/ [verb] – to successfully complete a task or achieve a goal England’s national soccer team worked hard to accomplish their dream of qualifying for Euro 2024. feat /feet/ [noun ] – an impressive or remarkable achievement, typically requiring skill or effort Climbing Mount Everest is considered a challenging feat for any mountaineer. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having a high reputation or being respected and admired because of excellence or importance Attending a prestigious university can open up many opportunities for your future. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt / [adjective] – acting or done in the same way…
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England’s national soccer team secures Euro 2024 spot with stunning victory over Italy

2023年12月10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 ever watched or followed a sports tournament? How do you feel when your favorite team or athlete competes in a tournament? 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。 tournament /TOOR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – a competition in which a number of teams or individuals compete against each other in a series of games or matches to determine a winner She competed in a chess tournament last weekend. beat /beet / [verb] – to defeat someone or something in a game, competition, or battle Our team beat the rival team in…
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England’s national soccer team secures Euro 2024 spot with stunning victory over Italy

2023年12月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched or followed a sports tournament? If so, which one? How do you feel when your favorite team or athlete competes in a tournament? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. victory /VIK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the act of winning or being successful in a competition, game, or battle After a hard-fought match, their team celebrated their victory with cheers and applause. guarantee /gar-uhn-TEE/ [verb] – to promise or assure that something will happen or be provided, often with certainty The manufacturer guarantees the quality of this product with a…
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AI breakthrough reveals ancient scrolls’ secrets

2023年12月9日

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©Brent Seales Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think ‘artificial intelligence’ means? How do you imagine AI might be used in our daily lives or in various industries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time, or the thing that is found The archaeological team’s exciting discovery of ancient artifacts sheds new light on the history of the region. enable /en-EY-buhl / [verb] – to make someone able to do something or to make something possible The…
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AI breakthrough reveals ancient scrolls’ secrets

2023年12月9日

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©Brent Seales Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scroll /skrohl/ [noun] – a long roll of paper or similar material, usually with official writing on it The ancient manuscript was carefully unrolled to reveal a long, delicate scroll covered in intricate calligraphy. artificial intelligence /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun] – the use of computer programs that have some of the qualities of the human mind, such as the ability to understand language, recognize pictures, and learn from experience Artificial intelligence has made significant advancements in natural language processing, enabling chatbots and virtual assistants to understand and respond to human conversations. philosophical /fil-uh-SOF-i-kuhl/ [adjective] –…
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AI breakthrough reveals ancient scrolls’ secrets

2023年12月9日

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©Brent Seales 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 “artificial intelligence” means? Have you heard about robots or computers that can think and learn like humans? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt / [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The ancient ruins of the temple held secrets from a time long ago. buried /BER-eed / [adjective] – located beneath or covered by something The buried treasure was hidden deep in the ground. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – the act of trying…
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