Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
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Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
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 thought about the environmental impact of using plastic versus glass products? Do you think that using glass products is more environmentally friendly than using plastic products? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The new product that my company launched last month is selling really well in the market. ripple effect /RIP-uhl ih-FEKT/ [idiom] – a…
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Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indefinitely /in-DEH-fuh-nuht-lee/ [adverb] – for a period of time with no fixed end After violating the school’s code of conduct, the student was suspended indefinitely, meaning that they were not allowed to return until further notice. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – a fragile object is easily damaged or broken The vase on the shelf is very fragile, so please be careful not to bump into it, or it might break. durable /DOOR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to last and be used for a long time without becoming damaged If you want your backpack to last for many years,…
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Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you use environmentally friendly products? Why or why not? What are some of the materials that could be used for packaging purposes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. environmentally friendly /uhn-vai-ruh-MEN-tuh-lee FREND-lee/ [adjective phrase] – not harmful to the environment, or trying to help the environment: My sister always uses an environmentally friendly water bottle to reduce plastic waste. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing harm It’s important to read the labels on cleaning products to make sure they don’t contain any harmful chemicals. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance…
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‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google, warns public of its potential danger
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。 Are you familiar with artificial intelligence? Do you think artificial intelligence is dangerous? 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。 cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad A lack of communication can cause misunderstandings and conflicts in a relationship. false /fawls / [adjective] – not real, but made to look or seem real The advertisement promised a false claim that the product could cure all illnesses. departure /dih-PAHR-cher / [noun] – the fact of a person or vehicle, etc. leaving somewhere Her departure from the party…
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‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google, warns public of its potential danger
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which areas of your life are enhanced by AI or artificial intelligence? Do you think people should be careful how they use AI? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling, opinion, or fact John was too shy to express his feelings for his crush, so he wrote a letter instead. independently /in-di-PEN-duhnt-lee/ [adverb] – without being influenced or controlled in any way by other people, events, or things The children were encouraged to think independently and come up with their…
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‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google, warns public of its potential danger
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eliminate /ih-LIM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to remove or take away someone or something We need to eliminate the possibility of a fire by checking the electrical wiring. amid /uh-MID / [preposition] – in the middle of or surrounded by Amid the chaos of the city, she found a moment of peace in the park. displace /dis-PLEYS / [verb] – to force something out of its usual or original position The construction of the new mall will displace several small businesses in the area. violate /VAHY-uh-leyt/ [verb] – to break or act against something, especially a law, agreement,…
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‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google, warns public of its potential danger
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Ocean Census eyes discovery of new marine species
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How many marine species are you familiar with? Do you think it’s important to protect our oceans? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity The conservation of forests and other natural areas helps mitigate the effects of climate change. harm /hahrm/ [noun] – physical or other injury or damage The harm caused by the wildfire was devastating to the local community….
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Ocean Census eyes discovery of new marine species
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。 Are you familiar with the animals that live in the ocean? Do you think it is important to protect our oceans? 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。 ocean /OH-shuhn/ [noun] – the large mass of salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface Sharks are commonly found in the ocean, but they usually don’t bother humans. creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – any large or small living thing that can move independently Creatures such as insects and spiders are an important part of the ecosystem. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an…
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