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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

2023年7月18日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever been to New York City? If so, what comes to mind when you think about it? Would you like to live or work in New York someday? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The teacher’s instructions were significant in guiding the students through the classroom activities. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot / [verb] – to be one of the reasons why something happens The excessive use of plastic contributes to environmental pollution. tackle /TAK-uhl/ [verb] – to try to deal…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

2023年7月18日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. confront /kuhn-FRUHNT/ [verb] – to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation or person The team must confront the challenges of a tight deadline and limited resources to complete the project. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The icy road conditions pose a danger to drivers. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to say or think that something is the result of a particular thing The success of the project was largely attributed to the dedication and hard work of the team members. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

2023年7月17日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the development of something into a particular thing or shape The geologist studied the rock formation to understand its origin and composition. predominantly /pri-DOM-uh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The movie’s target audience is predominantly teenagers and young adults. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to collect a large number of things over a long period of time Over time, dust and dirt can accumulate on surfaces if not cleaned regularly. lifespan /lahyf -span / [noun] – the length of time for which a person, animal, or thing exists The average lifespan…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

2023年7月17日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? What do you know about it? If you were going to describe Saturn to a blind person, how would you describe it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The police officer wore a reflective vest to ensure they were visible to drivers during nighttime patrols. disappearance /dis-uh-PEER-uhns / [noun] – a state or condition in which a person or thing cannot be seen or found The detective was called in to investigate the mysterious disappearance of…
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Intermediate

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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

2023年7月17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。 Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? Can you imagine Saturn without its rings? 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。 mostly /MOHST-lee/ [ADVERB] – mainly The weather in this region is mostly sunny throughout the year, making it a popular tourist destination. appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to start to be seen or to be present The sun began to set, and the stars started to appear in the darkening sky. dust /duhst/ [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very…
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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

2023年7月16日

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©Cellato Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the most expensive food you have tried? Do you think spending 880,000 yen for a scoop of ice cream is just right? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time I am currently studying for my exams, so I can’t go out tonight. decorative /DEK-er-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – made to look attractive She placed a decorative vase on the shelf as a centerpiece. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make something certain to happen The airline takes strict measures to…
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Intermediate

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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

2023年7月16日

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©Cellato Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exclusively /ik-SKLOO-siv-lee/ [adverb] – only This restaurant exclusively serves vegetarian cuisine. edible /ED-uh-buhl / [adjective] – suitable or safe for eating Some plants have edible leaves that can be used in salads or cooking. extravagant /ik-STRAV-uh-guhnt/ [adjective] – spending too much money, or using too much of something The extravagant fireworks display lit up the night sky, leaving everyone in awe of its grandeur. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned author’s latest book quickly became a bestseller, captivating readers with its compelling story. texture /TEKS-cher / [noun] – the quality of something…
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