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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

2023年8月27日

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©techtimes Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard about satellites before? What do you know about them and their functions? Are you familiar with the concept of energy efficiency? Can you provide examples of how energy can be used more efficiently in everyday life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – to begin something such as a plan or introduce something new such as a product They planned to launch the rocket into space to orbit around the Earth. efficiency /ih-FISH-uhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of achieving the largest amount of…
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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

2023年8月27日

Hotsat1

©techtimes 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 heard about satellites or spacecraft that are used for various purposes? Are you familiar with the concept of energy efficiency and ways to conserve energy? 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。 develop /dih-VEL-uhp/ [verb] – to invent something or bring something into existence Scientists develop new vaccines to protect people from diseases. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [pruh-VAHYD] – to give someone something that they need Teachers provide students with knowledge and guidance to help them learn and grow. smart /smahrt / [adjective] – intelligent She made a…
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Beginner

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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

2023年8月27日

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©techtimes Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. possess /puh-ZES/ [verb] – to have or own something, or to have a particular quality David possesses a strong work ethic, always completing his tasks with dedication. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount used or eaten Excessive consumption of fatty foods has negative effects on one’s health. inefficient /in-i-FISH-uhnt / [adjective] – wasting time, money, energy, or other valuable possessions or qualities Using an inefficient workflow can result in wasted time and effort. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem James took the initiative to organize…
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Maldives?  What do you think are some of the negative impacts of resorts on the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The organization launched an initiative to provide clean drinking water to underprivileged communities. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged The national park has strict regulations in place to ensure the preservation of its unique ecosystems….
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Intermediate

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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The resort partners with local communities to protect their environment and promote sustainability. minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz / [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount The driver took a shorter route to minimize travel time and fuel consumption. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Conservation efforts are underway to restore and rehabilitate degraded habitats, promoting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience. awareness…
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26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 Maldives? Do you think resorts should minimize their environmental impact? 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。 resort /ri-ZAWRT/ [noun] – a place where many people go for rest, sport, or another stated purpose The luxury resort boasts elegant accommodations, fine dining options, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem The community came together to find a collaborative solution to address the local housing shortage. nursery /NUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – a place where plants and trees are grown The…
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Beginner

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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

2023年8月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles In the kitchen, the chef carefully prepared a delicious smoothie by combining various fruits into a perfect blend. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Lisa used a variety of colorful illustrations to enhance her presentation, making it more engaging and captivating for the audience. inclusion /in-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – the act of including someone or something as part of a group, list, etc., or a person or thing that is included The school organized an event to promote inclusion…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

2023年8月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are energy drinks, and what are their main purposes or intended effects? How do energy drinks affect physical performance and cognitive function, and are these effects sustained or temporary? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a result I watched the baking show on TV, and I learned the step-by-step process of making a delicious chocolate cake. balanced /BAL-uhnst / [adjective] – containing an equal amount or number of similar things or people Sarah enjoyed playing…
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Intermediate

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