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Indoor herb gardening grows in popularity during winter months

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of plants do you think are easy or difficult to grow indoors? Why? What problems do you think plants can have when they grow indoors? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. thyme /tahym/ [noun] – an herb used for flavor or medicine A small amount of thyme adds a strong smell to soup dishes. extension /ik-STEN-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized service that provides education or support University extension services provide guidance to residents on disaster preparedness. produce /pruh-DOOS/ [noun] – fresh fruit or vegetable The market sells local produce…
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Indoor herb gardening grows in popularity during winter months

indoor herbs

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the state of relying on something for support or help The company reduced its dependence on foreign suppliers after building local factories. horticulture /HAWR-ti-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the study or practice of growing plants The school introduced a horticulture program to teach students about plant care. optimize /OP-tuh-mahyz/ [verb] – to make something as effective or useful as possible Engineers redesigned the system to optimize energy use. drainage /DREY-nij/ [noun] – the process of removing excess water Poor drainage caused flooding after several days of heavy rain. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability…
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Indoor herb gardening grows in popularity during winter months

indoor herbs

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 like the idea of having fresh plants in a kitchen or living room? Do you think winter makes it harder to grow plants outdoors? 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。 herb /urb/ [noun] – a plant used for food, medicine, or smell A herb is added to tea to improve flavor and aroma. weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the condition of the air outside, such as cold or heat Bad weather delayed travel plans at the airport. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – one item used to make food or…
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First wheelchair user reaches space in historic commercial flight

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©(Blue Origin via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about traveling to space? If you could float without gravity for a short time, what would you like to do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spaceflight /SPEYS-flahyt/ [noun] – a journey into outer space The country planned a spaceflight to test new technology. suborbital /suhb-AWR-bi-tl/ [adjective] – related to a flight that goes into space but does not go around Earth The company tested a suborbital flight for research purposes. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – a line that shows where…
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First wheelchair user reaches space in historic commercial flight

space mission

©(Blue Origin via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The company reported unprecedented growth during the first year of operation. autonomous /aw-TON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – able to operate or function without human control The factory uses autonomous machines to increase production speed. accessibility /ak-ses-uh-BIL-uh-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being easy to enter, use, or reach Online services increased accessibility to public information. weightlessness /WAYT-luh-snuhs/ [noun] – the condition of having no apparent weight Scientists studied weightlessness during aircraft research flights. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or action intended to solve…
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First wheelchair user reaches space in historic commercial flight

space mission

©(Blue Origin 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。 Have you ever watched a space or rocket video? Do you find space travel interesting? 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。 historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history The city held a historic meeting to change local laws. wheelchair /WEEL-chair/ [noun] – a chair with wheels used for mobility by a person who cannot walk The airport provided a wheelchair for passengers who needed mobility support. accident /AK-si-duhnt/ [noun] – an unexpected event that causes harm The road was closed after a traffic accident. pilot…
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CES Day 2 highlights AI’s expanding role across manufacturing, aviation, and health technology

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©AP Photo/Abbie Parr Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is AI used in everyday technology today? Where has AI already become common? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. organized /AWR-guh-nized/ [adjective] – planned in a careful way The company followed an organized launch plan. flexible /FLEK-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to change easily Flexible devices support different user needs. priority /pry-OR-i-tee/ [noun] – something most important Safety is a priority at airports. practical /PRAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – useful in real situations Practical solutions save time and money. direction /duh-REK-shuhn/ [noun] – way something is developing The project changed…
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