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Genetics legacy reexamined as Watson’s contributions resurface

2025年12月22日

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©AP Photo/Markus Schreiber, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What major scientific discoveries about DNA have been widely reported? How did these reports influence public interest? What controversies involving scientists have appeared in news before? How did those cases shape public reactions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. convergence /noun/ [kuhn-VUR-juhns] – the coming together of ideas, data, or conditions The convergence of studies helped confirm the results. precipitate /pri-SIP-uh-tayt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen suddenly or prematurely. His remarks helped precipitate a debate in the community. recontextualize /ree-kon-TEKS-tyoo-uh-lize/ [verb] – to place something…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings

2025年12月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death caused by an accident, disaster, or dangerous event The storm caused one fatality in a small coastal town. misidentification /mih-sy-den-tuh-fi-KAY-shun/ [noun] – the act of recognizing or naming something incorrectly A misidentification of chemicals in the lab led to a temporary safety alert. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – safe to eat The guide showed which plants in the forest were edible during the survival class. nausea /NAW-zee-uh/ [noun] – a feeling of sickness in the stomach The passenger felt nausea during the long boat ride across the lake. amatoxin /a-muh-TOK-sin/ [noun]…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings

2025年12月21日

mushroom

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of forests or nature after heavy rain? What safety rules do you usually follow when exploring parks or outdoor places? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – very serious or very strong The patient experienced severe pain after the accident. advisory /ad-VAHY-zuh-ree/ [noun] – an official notice that gives important information or a warning A travel advisory warned tourists about safety risks during the holiday season. toxin /TOK-sin/ [noun] – a harmful substance that can cause illness or damage Scientists found…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings

2025年12月21日

mushroom

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 seen mushrooms growing outside? Have you ever heard a warning about food or nature before? 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。 outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an event or action The final outcome of the meeting was a new plan for the project. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – the state of not working or not succeeding The report explained that long-term pollution can cause lung failure in severe cases. mistake /mi-STEYK/ [noun] – an action or decision that is wrong The teacher said…
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Second elephant calf of 2025 marks historic breeding milestone at Columbus Zoo

2025年12月20日

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©Amanda Carberry/Columbus Zoo and Aquarium via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What zoo animals are commonly involved in conservation programs? How do these programs help protect endangered wildlife? What challenges do large animals face in the wild? How do zoos help reduce these challenges? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proliferation /pruh-lif-uh-RAY-shuhn/ [noun] – a rapid increase in number Scientists studied the proliferation of new plants. integrative /IN-tuh-gray-tiv/ [adjective] – combining different parts to make a whole system The team used an integrative approach to solve problems. conservationist /kon-ser-VAY-shuh-nist/ [noun] – someone who works to…
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Second elephant calf of 2025 marks historic breeding milestone at Columbus Zoo

2025年12月20日

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©Amanda Carberry/Columbus Zoo and Aquarium via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MILE-stohn/ [noun] – Meaning (Cambridge): An important event in the development of something. The research team marked a major milestone in its study. facilitate /fuh-SIL-uh-teyt/ [verb] – to make something possible or easier New tools can facilitate faster medical procedures. safeguard /SAYF-gahrd/ [verb] – to protect something from harm Extra steps were taken to safeguard the animals. monitoring /MON-i-ter-ing/ [noun] – the act of watching something carefully Continuous monitoring ensured stable results. coordination /koh-awr-duh-NAY-shuhn/ [noun] – organizing people or activities so they work well together Good coordination improved…
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Second elephant calf of 2025 marks historic breeding milestone at Columbus Zoo

2025年12月20日

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©Amanda Carberry/Columbus Zoo and Aquarium via AP 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。 What zoo animals have you seen before? What baby animals are often born in zoos? 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。 arrival /uh-RY-vuhl/ [noun] – when someone or something comes to a place The arrival of the bus made everyone relax. habitat /HAB-uh-tat/ [noun] – the place where an animal or plant lives Birds live in a forest habitat. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or something safe Trees protect animals from heat. routine /roo-TEEN/ [noun] – something done regularly Cleaning…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop

2025年12月19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 think cold weather can be hard for some animals? Do you think pets need extra care during winter? 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。 advice /ad-VAHYS/ [noun] – guidance or suggestions about what to do The doctor gave advice on how to prevent dehydration during hot weather. fur /fur/ [noun] – the hair on the body of an animal The rabbit’s fur became thicker as spring ended and the weather changed. risk /risk/ [noun] – the chance of something dangerous or harmful happening Drivers face a higher…
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