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Philadelphia Zoo celebrates historic birth of four Galapagos Tortoises

2025年4月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetically /juh-NEH-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to genes or heredity The researchers studied the tortoises’ genetically diverse traits to understand their survival chances. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions The tortoises’ survival depends on the zoo’s efforts to protect their natural habitat. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources The zoo’s conservation programs help endangered animals thrive in safe environments. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance or attention to something The guide will emphasize the importance…
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Philadelphia Zoo celebrates historic birth of four Galapagos Tortoises

2025年4月21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。 Is it important to take care of animals in zoos? Are endangered species important to know about? 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。 birth /burth/ [noun] – the process of being born or the beginning of life The birth of the tortoises was a special moment. tortoise /TAWR-tuhs/ [noun] – a slow-moving land animal with a hard shell that protects it The tortoise walked slowly across the field. public /PUHB-lik/ [noun] – ordinary people or the community at large The public can visit the zoo anytime. event /ih-VENT/ [noun]…
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Philadelphia Zoo celebrates historic birth of four Galapagos Tortoises

2025年4月21日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is it important in taking care of animals in zoos? What do you know about endangered species? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. history /HIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the study of past events, especially in human affairs We learn about history in school to understand the past. offspring /AWF-spring/ [noun] – a child or young of a particular parent or animal The lion’s offspring were playing near the zoo entrance. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – worth a lot of money or important This painting is valuable because it is very old. additional…
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Snails offer hope amid Tunisia’s economic struggles

2025年4月20日

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©(AP Photo/Ons Abid) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. traction /TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – the support, interest, or popularity something gains over time The idea of growing vegetables on rooftops has started to gain traction in many urban communities. delicacy /DEL-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – a rare or expensive food item that is considered highly desirable Truffles are a highly prized delicacy in many parts of Europe. persistently /per-SIS-tent-ly/ [adverb] – in a continuous and determined way, often for a long time The region has been experiencing persistently dry weather, leading to water shortages. magnesium /mag-NEE-zee-uhm/ [noun] – a mineral that is important for the…
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Snails offer hope amid Tunisia’s economic struggles

2025年4月20日

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©(AP Photo/Ons Abid) 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 tried an unusual food? Have you ever seen snails in your garden or neighborhood? 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。 consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to think of something in a particular way Sushi is considered a luxury in many parts of the world. unemployment /uhn-em-PLOI-muhnt/ [noun] – the state of not having a job Unemployment among recent graduates in Italy is rising. youth /yooth/ [noun] – young people Youth in Korea are increasingly interested in technology jobs. iron /AHY-ern/ [noun] – a mineral…
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Snails offer hope amid Tunisia’s economic struggles

2025年4月20日

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©(AP Photo/Ons Abid) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine life is like in a small village where jobs are hard to find? Do you think it’s important to choose foods that help the environment? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sharply /SHARP-lee/ [adverb] – suddenly and quickly The price of rice increased sharply after the storm damaged many farms. inflation /in-FLEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a rise in prices that makes money worth less Inflation made it hard for people to buy clothes during the winter. dinar /dih-NAHR/ [noun] – the…
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First private mission to orbit over both poles lands safely in Pacific

2025年4月19日

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©(SpaceX via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could see the Earth from above, what would you want to look at first? What kind of people do you think would enjoy a space trip? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splashdown /SPLASH-doun/ [noun] – the landing of a spacecraft in the ocean The capsule made a smooth splashdown in the Indian Ocean after its three-day mission. investor /in-VES-tor/ [noun] – a person who puts money into something to earn a profit A well-known investor funded the construction of a new eco-resort in Costa…
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First private mission to orbit over both poles lands safely in Pacific

2025年4月19日

Spacetour

©(SpaceX via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to end something or bring it to a close The concert concluded with a fireworks display above the stadium. charter /CHAHR-ter/ [verb] – to hire or rent a vehicle or vessel for private use The research team chartered a boat to reach the remote island for their study. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or into a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle The passengers were already aboard the airplane when the storm started. domed /dohmd/ [adjective] – having a rounded or curved roof or top The observatory featured a…
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