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Compact space kitchen set to provide healthy and flavorful foods to astronauts

2023年8月6日

culi

©Nonfiction Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of food do you think astronauts eat in space? Can you survive eating only preserved and flavorless food for a long time? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – an event to celebrate or introduce something new The famous tech company launched a new smartphone powered by AI. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a flight into space The astronauts embarked on a daring mission to explore an uncharted region of space. psychological /sahy-kuh-LOJ-i-kuhl / [adjective] – relating to the human mind and…
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Compact space kitchen set to provide healthy and flavorful foods to astronauts

2023年8月6日

culi

©Nonfiction 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 astronauts eat the same food as we do when they are in space? Can you survive eating only preserved and flavorless food for a long time? 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。 solve /solv/ [verb] – to find an answer to a problem The detective tirelessly worked to solve the mysterious murder case. system /SIS-tuhm/ [SIS-tuhm] – a set of connected things or devices that operate together The computer operating system underwent regular updates and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and security. enjoyable /en-JOI-uh-buhl/ [adjective]…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age

2023年8月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know anyone who became a father at an advanced age? How did they navigate the challenges and benefits of parenthood? Have you encountered any media portrayals or representations of older fathers in movies, TV shows, or literature? How were their stories depicted, and what messages did they convey? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing that something exists, or having knowledge or experience of a particular thing I became aware of the beautiful sunset as the colorful hues painted the sky. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [noun] –…
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Intermediate

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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age

2023年8月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er / [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden During their archaeological expedition, the team of researchers carefully brushed away the layers of dirt to uncover the hidden treasure buried beneath, revealing ancient artifacts and unraveling the secrets of the past. impregnate /im-PREG-neyt/ [verb] – to make a woman or an animal pregnant The male seahorse is unique as it has a pouch to impregnate and carry the eggs until they hatch. likelihood /LAHYK-lee-hood/ [noun] – the chance that something will happen There is a high likelihood that Sarah will pass her exam if…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age

2023年8月5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 men face difficulties when becoming fathers at a later age? Does fertility decline as men age? 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。 difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact of not being easy to do or understand Jane had some difficulty solving the math problem, but she asked her teacher for help and managed to find the correct answer. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of things that are happening and the conditions that exist at a particular time and place When Tim forgot his lunch money, the cafeteria…
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Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again

2023年8月4日

oksam

©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does it mean if a person is paralyzed? Do you think there’s hope for people with physical immobility? Tell me more about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. device /dih-VAHYS/ [noun] – an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose The surgeon relied on a specialized medical device to perform the delicate procedure. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to send out or broadcast a signal The satellite dish receives and transmits signals from space. command /kuh-MAND/ [noun] – an…
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Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again

2023年8月4日

oksam

©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk 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 know what the word paralyzed means? Do you think it is hard to live with physical disabilities? 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。 movement /MOOV-muhnt/ [noun] – actions or activities, as of a person or a body of persons. The dance troupe practiced their choreographed movements for the upcoming performance. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [verb] – to order, limit, or rule something, or someone’s actions or behaviour Tom struggled to control his temper when his little sister accidentally broke his toy. reliable…
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