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A natural way to improve your quality of life

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some benefits of having indoor plants? How can indoor plants impact mood and mental health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. effective /ih-FEK-tiv/ [adjective] – successful or achieving the results that you want: Effective studying habits can help students achieve their academic goals. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules In chemistry class, we learned about the different properties of chemical elements and how they interact with each other. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to…
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A natural way to improve your quality of life

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. numerous /NOO-mer-uhs/ [adjective] – many There are numerous activities to join at school, like sports, volunteering, or student government. filter /FIL-ter/ [noun] – any of several types of equipment or devices for removing solids from liquids or gases, or for removing particular types of light When you pour water through a coffee filter, it helps to remove the small pieces of coffee grounds, leaving you with a clean cup of coffee. respiratory /RES-per-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – relating to breathing The common cold is a viral infection that affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as coughing, sneezing,…
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Young people use #quittok to share why they’re quitting their jobs

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common reasons why people decide to quit their jobs? What are some best practices for using TikTok? 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 When you write an essay, it is important to express your ideas clearly and concisely so that your readers can understand your point of view. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn / [noun] – the feeling of being annoyed or less confident because you cannot achieve what you want, or something that makes you feel like this Learning…
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Young people use #quittok to share why they’re quitting their jobs

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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 experienced burnout in your current job/in school? Do you feel fulfilled right now? 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。 decision /dih-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – a choice that you make about something after thinking about several possibilities Making a decision can be tough, but it’s important to think about the consequences before you choose. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money Mary wants to become a doctor…
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Young people use #quittok to share why they’re quitting their jobs

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disillusioned /di-suh-LOO-zhnd/ [adjective] – disappointed and unhappy because of discovering the truth about something or someone that you liked or respected After his internship at the law firm, John felt disillusioned with the legal profession, as he realized it wasn’t as glamorous as he thought. hashtag /HASH-tag/ [noun] – used on social media for describing the general subject of a Tweet or other post (= message) When posting about her new art project on social media, Sarah made sure to include the hashtag #arttherapy to help others discover the benefits of creating art for mental health….
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Discover the hidden gem of Tokyo’s Minami-Azabu District

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular dishes served at Chinese restaurants? How important is the ambiance of a restaurant to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impress /im-PRES/ [verb] – to cause someone to admire or respect you During her presentation, the new student impressed her classmates with her knowledge and confident delivery. culinary /KYOO-luh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – connected with cooking or kitchens The culinary arts program at the local college is highly regarded and attracts aspiring chefs from all over the world. feature /FEE-cher/ [noun] – a typical quality or an important…
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Discover the hidden gem of Tokyo’s Minami-Azabu District

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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 eaten at a Chinese restaurant before? Have you heard of any famous Chinese restaurants in your area? 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。 district /DIS-trikt / [noun] – an area of a country or town that has fixed borders that are used for official purposes, or that has a particular feature that makes it different from surrounding areas The school is located in the downtown district of the city. peaceful /PEES-fuhl/ [adjective] – quiet and calm The park is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy…
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