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U.S. turkey production faces significant strain after disease outbreaks and rising costs

2025年12月11日

turkey

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods are important for holidays or special events in your country? What do you usually look for when you go grocery shopping? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supply /suh-PLAI/ [noun] – the amount of something that is available to use or buy The store reduced its supply of bread after fewer customers came in last week. promotion /pruh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun] – an activity or special offer used to encourage people to buy a product The electronics shop used weekend promotions to attract more customers. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – a situation…
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U.S. turkey production faces significant strain after disease outbreaks and rising costs

2025年12月11日

turkey

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hatchery /HACH-uh-ree/ [noun] – a place where eggs are kept warm and cared for until the young animals are born After the storm damaged the building, the hatchery reduced its production for several weeks. variability /vair-ee-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of changing or being different in amount, level, or form Farmers worried about the variability of crop prices throughout the year. wholesale /HOHL-seyl/ [adjective] – relating to the sale of goods in large amounts, usually to stores and businesses Wholesale vegetable prices increased after bad weather affected farms in the region. drought /drout/ [noun] – a…
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Tiger trafficking intensifies despite global protection efforts

2025年12月10日

tiger

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 imagined what it is like to see a tiger in the wild? Do you think people should stop buying products made from wild animals? 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。 trade /treyd/ [noun] – the buying, selling, or exchanging of goods The police stopped the illegal trade of rare birds at the airport. drop /drop/ [verb] – to become less in number, amount, or level The number of visitors to the museum dropped after the heavy storm. claw /klaw/ [noun] – the sharp nail of an…
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Beginner

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Tiger trafficking intensifies despite global protection efforts

2025年12月10日

tiger

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about wild animals living in forests or jungles? Why do you think some animals become endangered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – happening regularly and not changing quickly The city reported a steady increase in new library visitors this year. seizure /SEE-zher/ [noun] – the act of taking something by legal or official force The border team reported new seizures of smuggled electronics during inspections. advanced /ad-VANST/ [adjective] – having a higher or more developed level than others The company…
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Intermediate

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Tiger trafficking intensifies despite global protection efforts

2025年12月10日

tiger

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely and affecting many areas The influence of social media has become pervasive, shaping trends in almost every country. exploitation /ek-sploi-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of using something or someone unfairly for benefit A new investigation revealed the exploitation of workers in several overseas factories. sophisticated /suh-FIS-ti-key-tid/ [adjective] – advanced, complex, or well-developed The museum installed a sophisticated climate-control system to protect valuable paintings. irreversible /ir-i-VUR-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – impossible to change back or restore Scientists warned that the melting of major ice sheets could cause irreversible changes to global sea levels….
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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

2025年12月9日

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©Netflix via AP 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。 Did any animated movies that became very popular get watched recently? Was any information about movie awards, such as the Oscars, learned before? 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。 noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The museum had a noteworthy painting near the main door. influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having a lot of influence or power The influential teacher helped many students choose good goals. impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – making someone feel admiration or respect The singer gave an impressive show…
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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

2025年12月9日

Cris-News (49)

©Netflix via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The eminent scientist spoke at the school event today. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The chef was meticulous when preparing the meal. resonant /REZ-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – making a deep, clear sound” OR “having a strong effect or importance The message in the speech was resonant for many listeners. compelling //kuhm-PEL-ing// [adjective] – very exciting and interesting and making you want to watch or listen The movie had a compelling storyline that surprised many viewers. transformative /trans-FOR-muh-tiv/ [adjective]…
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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

2025年12月9日

Cris-News (49)

©Netflix via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you watched any animated movies that became very popular? If so, what made the movie interesting? If not, what animated movies do you usually enjoy? Have you heard about awards for movies, like the Oscars? If so, what award did you learn about? If not, what movie award do you want to know more about? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/ [adverb] – famous, well respected, and admired The team invited an illustrious writer to speak at the event. cohesive /koh-HEE-siv/ [adjective] – working together…
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Intermediate

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