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Disney’s Zootopia delights visitors in its Shanghai debut

2024年1月22日

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©REUTERS/Nicoco Chan Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine the main characters in Zootopia might be like? What kind of adventures or challenges do you think the characters could face? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. represent /rep-ri-ZENT/ [verb] – to symbolize or stand for something The national flag represents the unity and identity of our country. magical /MAJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – having qualities of magic; enchanting, extraordinary, or producing a sense of wonder The garden was filled with magical flowers that glowed in the moonlight. domestic /duh-MES-tik/ [adjective] – relating to a person’s own…
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032

2024年1月21日

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©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images 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 have a tree in your backyard? Have you ever heard about planting trees to help the environment? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something, often involving strenuous exertion or undertaking With great effort, she completed the challenging hike to the mountain summit. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do As…
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032

2024年1月21日

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©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The school launched an initiative to promote mental health awareness among students. allocate /AL-uh-keyt / [verb] – to distribute or designate resources, such as funds or time, for a particular purpose or task The project manager decided to allocate additional funds to speed up the completion of the construction project. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The tech company introduced innovative features in its latest smartphone model. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing…
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032

2024年1月21日

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©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about trees, and why are they important? Have you ever planted a tree or seen someone planting a tree? If yes, can you share your experience? If not, what do you think might be involved in planting a tree? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who is a member of a particular country and who has rights because of being born there or because of being given rights, or a person who lives in a particular…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík

2024年1月20日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a volcanic eruption, and how does it impact the surrounding areas? Can you recall any recent or historical volcanic eruptions and their consequences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. threat /thret/ [noun] – a statement or indication that someone or something is likely to cause harm or danger The government issued a threat warning, urging citizens to stay vigilant during the potential volcanic eruption. earthquake /URTH-kweyk / [noun] – the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth’s lithosphere that…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík

2024年1月20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 volcanic eruption is? Does volcanic eruption impact the surrounding areas? 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。 serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having important or severe consequences The earthquake was serious, causing buildings to shake. possibility /pos-uh-BIL-i-tee / [noun] – The state or fact of being possible. There was a possibility of a volcanic eruption in the region. embassy /EM-buh-see / [noun] – the official residence or offices of an ambassador in a foreign country The ambassador resides in the embassy in Washington, D.C. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective]…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík

2024年1月20日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to supply or distribute officially The government decided to issue evacuation orders to ensure the safety of the residents. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – a danger or risk Authorities warned residents about the potential hazards associated with the volcanic activity. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to get or bring something back, especially from a place where it should not be Residents were allowed a brief window to retrieve essential belongings during the evacuation. prompt /prompt/ [verb] – to encourage or assist (someone to do something) Authorities prompted residents to leave their homes quickly and…
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