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Microsoft celebrates 50th Anniversary: from Bill Gates’ first code to a $2.8 trillion legacy

2025年4月18日

Brix-News (7)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does a 50th anniversary represent? Why is it significant when a company celebrates a milestone like a 50th anniversary? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary The teacher said the homework was crucial for passing the exam. confident /KON-fi-duhnt/ [adjective] – feeling sure about your abilities or qualities She was confident she could finish the test in time. deliver /dih-LIV-er/ [verb] – to successfully provide or complete something The team was confident they could deliver the project on time, despite the tight deadline….
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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think a dog feels when it moves to a new place? What would you bring if you had to search for a lost pet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. county /KOUN-tee/ [noun] – a part of a country or state that has its own local government Many people lost power during the snowstorm in the mountain county. theme /theem/ [noun] – the main subject of a talk, book, film, etc. The film shows strong themes of courage and family. hibernation /hahy-ber-NEY-shuhn/ [noun]…
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Intermediate

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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) 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 think animals get scared in new places? Do you think dogs can survive in the wild alone? 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。 touch /tuhch/ [verb] – to affect someone emotionally; to make someone feel sympathy, love, or sadness The story of the lost kitten touched many students at the school. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – an effort to do something, especially something difficult Despite many attempts, the students could not solve the hard math problem. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – improvement or movement…
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Beginner

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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, often used in the context of animals or terminal illness The shelter had limited space, and several older animals were at risk of euthanasia if not adopted soon. forested /FAW-ruh-stuhd/ [adjective] – covered with trees or woods They built a cabin in a quiet, forested valley to escape the noise of city life. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – deeply touching or emotionally moving The movie offered a poignant glimpse into the life of a war survivor….
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

2025年4月16日

Rescue

©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) 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 think pets can understand people’s feelings? Have you ever seen a rescue dog in real life or on TV? 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。 temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a limited period of time The school set up a temporary classroom in the gym while the main building was being repaired. rescue /RES-kyoo/ [noun] – the act of saving someone from danger or a difficult situation The rescue of the trapped hikers took more than ten hours. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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Beginner

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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

2025年4月16日

Rescue

©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think dogs can be heroes? Why or why not? What does “hope” mean to you? Can you think of a time you felt hopeful? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a place that provides protection from danger, bad weather, or other difficult situations After the hurricane, a temporary shelter was set up at the school gym for evacuated residents. grief /greef/ [noun] – deep sorrow, especially caused by someone’s death The town was filled with grief after the sudden passing of their…
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Intermediate

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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

2025年4月16日

Rescue

©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage, destruction, or suffering The hurricane had a devastating effect on the small coastal town, destroying homes and cutting off power for days. somber /SOM-ber/ [adjective] – serious, sad, and without cheer The school assembly had a somber tone after the news of the teacher’s sudden departure. anguish /ANG-gwish/ [noun] – severe pain or suffering (especially emotional) She cried out in anguish after hearing about the accident involving her best friend. reprieve /ri-PREEV/ [noun] – a short period of relief from something difficult or unpleasant…
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