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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

2025年2月11日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are some challenges of having a pet? Why do you think it’s important to learn about a pet’s needs before adopting one? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left behind or given up on The shelter takes in abandoned cats that were left on the streets. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who does something, especially helping other people, willingly and without being forced or paid to do it Many volunteers joined the beach cleanup to protect marine life. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

2025年2月11日

pugs

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 seen a pug before? Would you adopt a pet from a rescue center? 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。 properly /PROP-er-lee/ [adverb] – in a correct or suitable way The students were taught how to write essays properly before the exam. couple /KUHP-uhl/ [noun] – two people who are married or in a romantic relationship The couple spent their weekend volunteering at the animal shelter. issue /ISH-ooo/ [noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about The company faced financial issues after…
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Over 200 undersea quakes near Santorini prompt school closures and emergency measures

2025年2月10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 seismic activity the movement of Earth’s crust? Can volcanic eruptions be triggered by seismic activity? 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。 experience /ik-SPEER-ee-uhns/ [verb] – to go through or to undergo something I experienced heavy rain on my trip. activity /ak-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – refers to the occurrence of physical movements or events The sudden increase in volcanic activity worried the island’s residents. monitor /MON-i-ter/ [verb] – to watch and check a situation carefully over a period of time Teachers monitor students during exams. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening…
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Over 200 undersea quakes near Santorini prompt school closures and emergency measures

2025年2月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. seismic /SAHYZ-mik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by earthquakes The city built stronger buildings to withstand seismic activities. precautionary /pri-KAW-shuh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – done to prevent possible harm or to avoid danger The school closed as a precautionary step before the storm. deploy /dih-PLOI/ [verb] – to move soldiers or equipment into position for military action or for a specific purpose The government deployed emergency workers to the flooded area. tectonic /tek-TON-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the structure and movement of the Earth’s surface Tectonic shifts can lead to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun]…
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Over 200 undersea quakes near Santorini prompt school closures and emergency measures

2025年2月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think people should do to stay safe during an earthquake? If you had to prepare for an emergency, what three things would you bring with you? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tremor /TREM-er/ [noun] – a slight shaking movement in a person’s body or of the earth The ground had a small tremor after the earthquake. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – a group of people with official responsibility for a particular area of activity The school authority closed classes because of the storm. tourism /TOOR-iz-uhm/ [noun] –…
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Nutrition experts recommend healthy cooking methods

2025年2月9日

steamed

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite way to cook vegetables? Why do you think some people don’t like vegetables? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nutrient /NOO-tree-uhnt/ [noun] – any substances in food that are necessary for growth, health, and energy The nutrients in fruits help boost the immune system and keep the body strong. absorb /ab-SAWRB/ [verb] – to take in or soak up a substance, often into a liquid, gas, or solid Plants absorb sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis. antioxidant /an-tee-OK-si-duhnt/ [noun] – a substance that helps protect cells from…
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Nutrition experts recommend healthy cooking methods

2025年2月9日

steamed

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bioavailability /bahy-oh-uh-vey-luh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the extent to which nutrients or other substances can be absorbed and used by the body Researchers are studying ways to enhance the bioavailability of certain medications to improve their effectiveness. deplete /dih-PLEET/ [verb] – to reduce the amount or availability of something Excessive use of chemical fertilizers depletes the soil of essential nutrients, affecting crop yields. lycopene /LAHY-kuh-peen/ [noun] – a red pigment and antioxidant found in tomatoes and some other red fruits, known for its health benefits Watermelon is another fruit rich in lycopene, which may help protect the skin…
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