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Study links frequent fried food consumption to higher risk of anxiety and depression

2023年5月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which fried foods do you enjoy the most? Do you have a healthy diet? Tell me more about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to think about something as being connected to something else The child has associated the sound of the doorbell with the arrival of the mailman. anxiety /ang-ZAHY-i-tee/ [noun] – an uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something that is happening or might happen in the future She felt a knot in her stomach and a sense of anxiety as she waited…
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure

2023年5月26日

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©Hans Georg Roth/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. province /PROV-ins/ [noun] – one of the areas that a country or empire is divided into as part of the organization of its government, which often has some control over its own laws In Canada, each province has its own government and unique culture. conceal /kuhn-SEEL/ [verb] – to prevent something from being seen or known about When writing a secret message, it is important to conceal the information so that only the intended recipient can read it. empire /EM-pahyuhr/ [noun] – a group of countries ruled by a single person, government,…
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure

2023年5月26日

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©Hans Georg Roth/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。 Have you ever visited an archaeological site before? Are you interested in learning more about the history and culture of ancient civilizations? 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。 destination /des-tuh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the place where someone is going or where something is being sent or taken My family and I are going on a vacation to a beautiful destination with sandy beaches and clear blue water. sandy /SAN-dee/ [adjective] – covered with sand or containing sand: The children enjoyed building a sandcastle on the sandy…
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Beginner

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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure

2023年5月26日

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©Hans Georg Roth/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are archaeological sites, and why are they important? What are some of the most famous archaeological sites you know of in the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [noun] – the power to have an effect on people or things, or a person or thing that is able to do this My parents’ advice has a great influence on my decisions, especially when it comes to important matters like choosing a career path. witness /WIT-nis/ [verb] – to see something happen, especially an…
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Sneakers: From sports shoes to fashion statement

2023年5月25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。 Are sneakers a type of footwear? Do people wear sneakers for sports and exercise? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to put something into use, operation, or a place for the first time The company plans to introduce a new product next month that will help people save time in the kitchen. gain /geyn/ [verb] – to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time He was able to gain…
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Sneakers: From sports shoes to fashion statement

2023年5月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indispensable /in-di-SPEN-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – Something or someone that is indispensable is so good or important that you could not manage without it, him, or her Having a good dictionary is indispensable for learning a foreign language. evolve /ih-volv/ [verb] – to develop gradually, or to cause something or someone to develop gradually The way people communicate has evolved over time, from sending letters to using instant messaging apps. purely /PYOOR-lee/ [adverb] – only I didn’t invite him to the party purely because we haven’t spoken in years, not because I don’t like him. versatile /VUR-suh-tl/ [adjective]…
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Sneakers: From sports shoes to fashion statement

2023年5月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the leading brands of sneakers, and what makes them stand out? What are some of the latest trends in sneaker culture? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. athletic /ath-LET-ik / [adjective] – relating to sports or physical exercise Lucas is a very athletic boy who loves to play soccer and run around the park with his friends. capture the heart of /KAP-cher thuh hahrt uhv/ [idiom] – to gain the love, affection, or admiration of someone Sofia’s beautiful singing voice and heartfelt lyrics helped her capture the…
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Intermediate

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