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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion

2024年10月5日

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©AP Photo/Eric Gay Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does clean energy mean? Why are people interested in using clean energy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that a person does during their working life She wants to have a successful career as a teacher in the future. energy /EN-er-jee/ [noun] – the power from something such as electricity or oil that can do work, such as providing light and heat The factory relies on energy from oil and electricity to keep the machines running and…
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion

2024年10月5日

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©AP Photo/Eric Gay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [verb] – to change from one form, state, or situation to another She plans to transition to a new job next year. unconventional /uhn-kuhn-VEN-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual or from the way most people do things His unconventional way of solving the problem impressed the entire class. geothermal /jee-oh-THUR-muhl/ [adjective] – related to or using the natural heat produced inside the Earth The country is investing in geothermal energy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the belief that good things will happen in…
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Rising food prices drive consumers to grocery stores

2024年10月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inflation / in-FLEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money Due to inflation, the cost of living has risen across many countries. contrast /kuhn-TRAST/ [verb] – to compare two things to show their differences The teacher asked the class to contrast the two novels for their themes. price-sensitive /prahys SEN-si-tiv/ [adjective] – easily influenced or affected by changes in prices Price-sensitive customers usually wait for sales before making big purchases. promotion /pruh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun] – a marketing activity to encourage sales The store ran a promotion to boost holiday…
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Rising food prices drive consumers to grocery stores

2024年10月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What causes food prices to rise? Have you noticed any specific foods that have become more expensive recently? How do you feel when you see higher prices at the store? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength There was a decline in the number of students this year. sales /seylz/ [noun] – the number of products or services sold by a company The company saw a huge increase in sales after the new promotion. grocery /GROH-suh-ree/ [adjective] –…
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Rising food prices drive consumers to grocery stores

2024年10月4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。 Have you noticed recent examples of price increases? Do you feel frustrated when you see higher prices at the store? 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。 report /ri-PAWRT/ [verb] – to give information about something, often officially She will report the news to her class. attract /uh-TRAKT/ [verb] – to make someone interested in something Bright colors attract more people to the store. cost /kawst/ [noun] – the amount of money needed to buy something The cost of the toy is ten dollars. anticipate /an-TIS-uh-peyt/ [verb] – to expect…
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Ribeira Sacra winegrowers embrace steep hills and a rich heritage in Spain

2024年10月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a famous beverage in your country? What do you know about the potential benefits of drinking wine, and why do you think some people believe it is good for health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. medieval /mid-EE-vuhl/ [adjective] – related to the Middle Ages (the period in European history from about AD 600 to AD 1500) The medieval castle stood proudly on the hill, showcasing its ancient architecture. monastery /MON-uh-ster-ee/ [noun] – a building in which monks live and worship The old monastery was known for its beautiful…
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Ribeira Sacra winegrowers embrace steep hills and a rich heritage in Spain

2024年10月3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。 Have you ever drunk wine? Does your country produce wine? 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。 steep /steep/ [adjective] – rising or falling sharply; having a steep slope The hiker carefully navigated the steep path up the mountain. valley /VAL-ee/ [noun] – low areas of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream running through them The kids played in the valley near the river. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something She uses a new method to study for her tests. own…
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Ribeira Sacra winegrowers embrace steep hills and a rich heritage in Spain

2024年10月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. viticulture /VIT-i-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the growing of grapes, or the science or study of this The study of viticulture includes understanding soil types, climate, and grape varieties. devastate /DEV-uh-steyt/ [verb] – to destroy a place or thing completely or cause great damage The hurricane devastated the coastal town, leaving many residents without homes. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The unexpected announcement triggered a wave of excitement among the fans. affluent /AF-loo-uhnt/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or owning a lot of things The affluent neighborhood is known for its luxury…
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