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Mysteries of a newly found ancient city

2023年10月18日

maya city

©ZRC SAZU Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might be the significance of discovering an ancient city? What types of information or artifacts do you expect to find in an ancient city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. civilization /siv-uh-luh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – human society with its well developed social organizations, or the culture and way of life of a society or country at a particular period in time The ancient Egyptians built magnificent pyramids as a symbol of their advanced civilization. structure /STRUHK-cher / [noun] – something that has been made or built…
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Meta’s Twitter rival ‘Threads’ gains massive popularity with ten million users

2023年10月17日

Meta's Threads app and Twitter logos are seen in this illustration taken July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

©PBS News Hour Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indulge /in-DUHLJ/ [verb] – to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you After a week of strict dieting, she couldn’t resist indulging in a large slice of chocolate cake. excluding /uhk-SKLOO-duhng/ [preposition] – not including The party is open to all students, excluding those who have not registered in advance. integration /in-ti-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action or process of combining two or more things in an effective way The company’s new software allows for seamless integration of different departments, improving overall efficiency and productivity….
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Meta’s Twitter rival ‘Threads’ gains massive popularity with ten million users

2023年10月17日

Meta's Threads app and Twitter logos are seen in this illustration taken July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

©PBS News Hour 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 used social media platforms like Twitter or Instagram? Have you heard of Meta’s Threads app? 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。 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 She studied hard to gain knowledge and improve her grades in school. competitor /kuhm-PET-i-ter/ [kuhm-PET-i-ter] – a person, team, or company that is competing against others She trained hard to prepare for the upcoming…
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Meta’s Twitter rival ‘Threads’ gains massive popularity with ten million users

2023年10月17日

Meta's Threads app and Twitter logos are seen in this illustration taken July 4, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

©PBS News Hour Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the recent developments in social media platforms and their competition? What are some of the key features or aspects that you look for in a social media platform? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [verb] – to be interesting or attractive The colorful illustrations in the book appeal to young readers. dissatisfied /dis-SAT-is-fahyd/ [adjective] – not pleased with something; feeling that something is not as good as it should be Many customers were dissatisfied with the quality of the product and…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

choco island

©HBD Príncipe 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 chocolate significant in our culture and history? Have you heard of “The Chocolate Islands” 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The archaeologists discovered an ancient coin during their excavation, which helped them learn about the trade practices of the past. technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a way of doing an activity that needs skill The art teacher showed us a new painting technique using watercolors, which helped us…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

choco island

©HBD Príncipe Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the significance of chocolate in our culture and history? Have you ever heard of “The Chocolate Islands” before? If yes, what do you know about them? If not, what do you think the term might refer to? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tropical /TROP-i-kuhl / [adjective] – extremely hot The students explored the lush tropical rainforest, filled with colorful birds and vibrant plants. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength Over the years, there has been a decline in…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

choco island

©HBD Príncipe Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance My family and I visited a historical museum to learn about our country’s rich heritage by exploring artifacts and discovering the traditions of our ancestors. legacy /LEG-uh-see/ [noun] – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time Despite facing numerous challenges, Martin Luther King Jr. left behind a powerful legacy of peaceful activism, inspiring future generations to…
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Berberine’s sudden fame raises safety issues

2023年10月15日

berberine

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 take food supplements? Do you think food supplements help us be healthier? 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。 potential /puh-TEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions exist A number of potential customers called our pizza shop yesterday. vary /VAIR-ee/ [verb] – If things of the same type vary, they are different from each other, and if you vary them, you cause them to be different from each other. The weather conditions can vary greatly depending on the season and location. reliable /ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – Someone or something that…
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