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Social media app filters and AI reshape self-representation

2023年7月11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 use filters to enhance your photos? Do you think using filters to enhance photos is okay? 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。 standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a pattern or model that is generally accepted This product meets the industry standard for safety regulations. expression /ik-SPRESH-uhn/ [ik-SPRESH-uhn] – the act of showing a feeling or idea, or a feeling or idea that is shown His artwork is a beautiful expression of his creativity and imagination. disability /dis-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – an illness, injury, or condition that makes it difficult…
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Chefs push for better image for MSG

2023年7月10日

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©FASTILY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with how other people perceive the use of monosodium glutamate? Tell me about it. Would you eat food with MSG? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. embrace /em-BREYS/ [verb] – to accept something enthusiastically They embraced the idea of a healthier lifestyle and started exercising regularly and eating nutritious meals. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something The use of vibrant colors in the artwork helps to enhance its visual…
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Chefs push for better image for MSG

2023年7月10日

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©FASTILY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons 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 monosodium glutamate or MSG? Would you eat food with MSG? 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。 owner /OH-ner/ [noun] – someone who owns something The restaurant owner worked tirelessly to ensure excellent service and delicious food for their patrons. cause /kawz/ [kawz] – to make something happen, especially something bad Lack of exercise and a poor diet can cause weight gain and health problems. symptom /SIMP-tuhm / [noun] – any feeling of illness or physical or mental…
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Chefs push for better image for MSG

2023年7月10日

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©FASTILY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to rise very quickly to a high level The price of the stock soared after the positive report was released. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – If you are given recognition, people show admiration and respect for your achievements The artist’s talent gained recognition when their artwork was featured in an international documentary. perception /per-SEP-shuhn / [noun] – a belief or opinion, often held by many people and based on how things seem The public’s perception of the brand shifted after the successful rebranding campaign. persist…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023

2023年7月9日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is clean energy, and why is it important? What are some examples of renewable energy sources? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] – to accept or start to use something new Many families choose to adopt pets from animal shelters instead of buying them from pet stores. shift /shift/ [noun] – a change in position or direction We noticed a shift in the weather as the sky darkened and strong winds started blowing, indicating an approaching storm. revolution /rev-uh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – a very important change in the…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023

2023年7月9日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delve /delv/ [verb] – to search, especially as if by digging, in order to find a thing or information In order to fully understand the complex topic, the students will delve into the depths of scientific research by analyzing various experiments and data. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The recent global pandemic has caused an unprecedented disruption in our daily lives, with schools closing and people adapting to new ways of working and studying from home. urgency /UR-juhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of being very important and needing attention…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023

2023年7月9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 actively support the use of renewable energy sources like solar or wind power? Have you ever installed or considered installing solar panels on your property? 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。 electricity /ih-lek-TRIS-i-tee/ [noun] – a form of energy that can be produced in several ways and that provides power to devices that create light, heat, etc. Electricity is a form of energy that powers our homes and allows us to use appliances like lights and refrigerators. mark /mahrk/ [verb] – to indicate or signify an important…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

2023年7月8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 commonly use flour as an ingredient? Do you know about pulse-based flours? 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。 flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. Sarah mixed flour, sugar, and eggs to make a delicious cake for her friend’s birthday. recipe /RES-uh-pee/ [noun] – a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food, including a list of what food is needed for this My mom found a new recipe online, and she’s going…
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