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Nagoya transforms from dull to dynamic

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which city would you want to visit the most? Why? What would be your main reason for visiting a different city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unnoticed /uh-NOW-tuhst/ [adjective] – without being seen or noticed The naughty boys managed to slip away, unnoticed by the teacher. scenic /SEE-nik/ [adjective] – having or allowing you to see beautiful natural features The hiking trail led us through a scenic forest with tall, ancient trees and a gentle stream flowing alongside, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere. diverse /DAHY-vurs/ [adjective] – including many…
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Nagoya transforms from dull to dynamic

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perception /per-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or opinion, often held by many people and based on how things seem The media’s portrayal of the politician created a negative perception of him in the public’s mind, leading to a decline in his popularity and trustworthiness. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles The interior designer selected a blend of textures and materials, combining smooth surfaces with rustic elements to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. outlet /OUT-let/ [noun] – a shop that is one of many owned by a particular company and that…
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Webb telescope spots signs of concealed planets

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nested /NES-tid/ [adjective] – placed inside one another, forming a hierarchical or interconnected structure The Russian dolls had a set of nested figures, each fitting perfectly inside the other. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do or be better or more than something else The new smartphone model surpasses its predecessor in terms of performance and features. complexity /kuhm-PLEK-si-tee/ [noun] – the state of having many parts and being difficult to understand or find an answer to The complexity of the legal system often requires the expertise of trained professionals to navigate it effectively. shape /sheyp/ [verb]…
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Webb telescope spots signs of concealed planets

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you find other planets interesting? Why or why not? Do you know of other planets aside from the ones in our solar system? Tell me about them. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. telescope /TEL-uh-skohp/ [noun] – a cylinder-shaped device for making objects that are far away look closer and larger, using a combination of lenses, or lenses and curved mirrors The scientist used the telescope to study the behavior of the stars in the night sky. extend /ik-STEND/ [verb] – to reach, stretch, or continue The river extends for…
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Webb telescope spots signs of concealed planets

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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 other planets interesting? Do you know of other planets aside from the ones in our solar system? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time After years of searching, astronomers finally discovered a distant exoplanet with conditions that could potentially support life. previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else The previous owners of the house left behind a collection of vintage photographs that provide a glimpse…
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Unlocking the power of genetics

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gene /jeen/ [noun] – a part of the DNA in a cell that controls the physical development, behavior, etc. of an individual plant or animal and is passed on from its parents A gene is a hereditary unit that determines the characteristics of an individual, such as eye color or height. trait /treyt/ [Inherited traits, such as hair color and facial features, are passed down from parents to their children through genes.] – a particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behavior Being honest is a valuable trait that can help you earn the…
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Unlocking the power of genetics

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How are traits passed down from one generation to another? What is genetics? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetics /juh-NET-iks/ [noun] – the study of how, in all living things, the characteristics and qualities of parents are given to their children by their genes Genetics is the study of how traits are passed down from parents to their children through their DNA. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make a connection between two or more people, things, or ideas The new highway will link the two cities, making it easier and…
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