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India expands travel horizons

2023年8月24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 find India an interesting country to visit? Have you seen people from India visiting or living in 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。 tourism /TOOR-iz-uhm/ [noun] – the business of providing services such as transport, places to stay, or entertainment for people who are on holiday Many people enjoy visiting new countries and experiencing different cultures, which is why tourism is a popular industry around the world. improvement / im-PROOV-muhnt/ [ noun] – an occasion when something gets better or when you make it better…
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Study reveals obesity’s impact on brain function and well-being is irreversible

2023年8月23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 know what obesity is? Is it healthy to have excess weight? 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。 affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The outcome of the negotiation will directly affect the future of the business and its employees. consequence /KON-si-kwens/ [noun] – a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient The consequence of skipping regular exercise is a decline in physical fitness and…
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Study reveals obesity’s impact on brain function and well-being is irreversible

2023年8月23日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is obesity? How does obesity affect a person? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation The research findings provided new insights into the causes and effects of the phenomenon. excess /EK-ses/ [adjective] – more than is needed, expected, or acceptable The company had to dispose of excess inventory due to low demand in the market. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it / [verb] – to show something, esp. a quality, by your behavior The athletes exhibited exceptional skill…
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Study reveals obesity’s impact on brain function and well-being is irreversible

2023年8月23日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The scientific discovery had a profound effect on the understanding of the universe, challenging existing theories. obesity /oh-BEE-si-tee/ [noun] – the fact of being extremely fat, in a way that is dangerous for health Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy eating habits are contributing factors to obesity. structural /STRUHK-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the way in which parts of a system or object are arranged Maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can support the structural health of the body, including bones, muscles, and…
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Secret mountains within Earth

2023年8月22日

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©Alamy Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever wondered what might be hidden beneath the Earth’s surface? What could be some interesting things that could exist there? Do you think it’s possible for a mountain to exist within the Earth, away from our view? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. existence /ig-ZIS-tuhns/ [noun] – the fact of something or someone existing The beauty of nature reminds us of the vastness and wonder of existence. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very severe or bad The heatwave brought about extreme temperatures, reaching well over…
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Secret mountains within Earth

2023年8月22日

hidden mountain

©Alamy Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a challenging and difficult journey or search. Embarking on a quest to discover the hidden treasure, the young adventurers faced numerous obstacles and puzzles along their challenging journey. whereabouts /HWAIR-uh-bouts/ [noun] – the place where a person or thing is I was wondering about the whereabouts of my misplaced notebook. I last saw it in the library, but now I can’t seem to find it anywhere. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – (the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation In her quest to…
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Secret mountains within Earth

2023年8月22日

hidden mountain

©Alamy 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 a secret mountain hidden deep within the Earth? Do you believe that there could be undiscovered, secret mountains on Earth? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to think about, talk about, or study something, or to experience it, in order to find out more about it Last summer, my family and I went to the beach to explore the fascinating marine life by snorkeling and searching for colorful fish and shells. secret /SEE-krit/ [noun] – a piece of information…
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US suffers shortages of cancer drugs

2023年8月21日

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©medhealthreview Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scarcity /SKAIR-si-tee / [noun] – a situation in which something is not easy to find or get The scarcity of fresh water in the drought-affected region has led to strict water conservation measures. medication /med-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a medicine, or a set of medicines or drugs, used to improve a particular condition or illness After her surgery, Sarah was prescribed medication by her doctor to help manage her pain and aid in the healing process. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue over a period of time Our school is implementing sustainable practices such as…
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