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Australia turns down proposed coal mine near the Great Barrier Reef

2023年6月13日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coral /KAWR-uhl/ [noun] – a substance like rock, formed in the sea by groups of particular types of small animal, often used in jewellery The coral reefs are home to many different types of marine life. coastline /KOHST-lahyn/ [noun] – the particular shape of the coast, especially as seen from above, from the sea, or on a map We walked along the coastline and watched the waves crash against the rocks. irreversible /ir-i-VUR-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – not possible to change; impossible to return to a previous condition The impact of climate change on the environment is largely…
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Australia turns down proposed coal mine near the Great Barrier Reef

2023年6月13日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have natural wonders in your country that the government protects? Tell me about it. Do you think these natural wonders are worth preserving? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coal /kohl/ [noun] – a hard, black substance that is dug from the earth in pieces, and can be burned to produce heat or power, or a single piece of this Coal is a fossil fuel that is often used for heating homes and generating electricity. diverse /dahy-VURS/ [adjective] – including many different types of people…
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Australia turns down proposed coal mine near the Great Barrier Reef

2023年6月13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。 Do you have natural wonders in your country that the government protects? Do you think these natural wonders are worth preserving? 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。 cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad Lack of sleep can cause fatigue and make it difficult to focus on tasks throughout the day. minister /MIN-uh-ster/ [MIN-uh-ster] – a member of the government who is in charge of a particular department or has an important position in it The minister of health held a press conference to address…
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Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which endangered animal do you know of? Do you think ordinary people can save endangered animals? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists Climate change is causing many animals to face the threat of extinction. exotic /ig-ZOT-ik / [adjective] – unusual and specially interesting because of coming from a country that is far away My friend brought back an exotic bird from her trip to South America. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd / [adjective] – animals or plants that…
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Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place that gives protection or shelter from danger, trouble, unhappiness, etc. During the heatwave, the park became a refuge for people seeking shade and cooler temperatures. brink /bringk/ [noun] – the point where a new or different situation is about to begin The company was on the brink of bankruptcy, but the new CEO managed to turn things around and save it. plight /plahyt / [noun] – an unpleasant condition, especially a serious, sad, or difficult one The homeless population faces a plight as they struggle to find shelter and basic…
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Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12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。 Do you know any endangered animals? Do you think ordinary people can save endangered 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。 rare /rair / [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The rare butterfly species is only found in a few remote locations around the world. poaching /POH-ching / [gerund] – the catching and killing of animals without permission on someone else’s land The park ranger caught several individuals poaching deer in the national park. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn / [noun] – the set of things that are happening and…
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Why AI won’t replace creative, social, and physical jobs anytime soon

2023年6月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. empathy /EM-puh-thee/ [noun] – the ability to share someone else’s feelings or experiences by imagining what it would be like to be in that person’s situation Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, and it’s an important skill to have when you want to be a good friend. therapist /THER-uh-pist/ [noun] – someone whose job is to treat a particular type of mental or physical illness or disability, usually with a particular type of therapy If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, it might be helpful to talk to a therapist…
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Why AI won’t replace creative, social, and physical jobs anytime soon

2023年6月11日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the definition of AI? What are some examples of creative jobs that require a human touch? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emotional intelligence /ih-MOH-shuh-nl in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun phrase] – the ability to understand the way people feel and react and to use this skill to make good judgments and to avoid or solve problems Having emotional intelligence means being aware of your own feelings and how they affect others. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time Currently, I am studying English, but I used to study Spanish in…
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Intermediate

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