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Climate change: Key crops need dramatic adjustments as the planet heats

2022年2月25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 a coffee drinker? Do you like cashews and avocados? 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。 region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a particular area or part of the world, or any of the large official areas into which a country is divided There’s a shortage of water in the region. crop /krop/ [noun] – a plant such as a grain, vegetable, or fruit grown in large amounts on a farm, or the total amount gathered of such a plant Last year, apple growers celebrated their largest crop ever. temperature…
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Climate change: Key crops need dramatic adjustments as the planet heats

2022年2月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people like coffee? What are the benefits of consuming coffee, cashews, and avocados? Please elaborate on your answer. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dramatically /druh-MAT-ik-li/ [adverb] – suddenly or obviously When you have a baby to look after, your life changes dramatically. production /pruh-DUHK-shuhn / [noun] – the process of making or growing goods to be sold We watched a video that showed the various stages of glass production. threat /thret/ [noun] – a suggestion that something unpleasant or violent will happen, especially if a particular…
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Climate change: Key crops need dramatic adjustments as the planet heats

2022年2月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantially /suhb-STAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – to a large degree The new restrictions will substantially change how we conduct business. beverage /BEV-er-ij/ [noun] – a drink of any type Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are examples of hot beverages. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced, or attacked The many problems that I have experienced made me feel vulnerable. suitability /SOO-tuh-bil-lih-ti/ [noun] – the fact of being acceptable or right for something or someone His suitability for the position was questioned. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a description of possible actions or events…
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Coca-Cola releases a new flavor inspired by space

2022年2月24日

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©Coca-cola via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you drink soda? How do you stay cool in hot weather? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sensation /sen-SEY-shuhn / [noun] – the ability to feel something physically, especially by touching, or a physical feeling that results from this ability This spicy Thai dish gives you a burning sensation. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys goods or services for their own use Consumers of milk tea rose 18% this month. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed This map is essential for traveling….
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Coca-Cola releases a new flavor inspired by space

2022年2月24日

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©Coca-cola via CNN 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 buy drinks from the vending machine? What is your favorite bottled drink? 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。 combine /kuhm-BAHYN/ [verb] – to (cause to) exist together, or join together to make a single thing or group The first step is to combine sugar and milk. figure out /FIG-yer out/ [phrasal verb ] – to understand or solve something I’m trying to figure out this math homework. journey /JUR-nee/ [noun] – the act of traveling from one place to another The journey to Australia…
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Coca-Cola releases a new flavor inspired by space

2022年2月24日

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©Coca-cola via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dash /dash/ [noun] – a small amount of something added to or mixed with something else Don’t forget to add a dash of salt to the salad. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something Hunter is in charge of the family’s core business. shroud /shroud/ [verb] – to hide something by covering or surrounding it Their house was shrouded with darkness during the storm. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt / [adjective] – making you remember a particular person, event, or thing This song is so reminiscent of my teenage years. evoke…
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The Emperor’s Birthday

2022年2月23日

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© jobsinjapan.com Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinct /dih-STINGKT/ [adjective] – clearly separate and different (from something else) This cupcake has a distinct flavor. The ingredients used must be different. reign /reyn/ [verb] – to rule a country, or to have power or control Pharaohs reigned over Egypt for hundreds of years. descendant /dih-SEN-duhnt/ [noun] – a person related to someone from an earlier generation He claims to be a direct descendant of the last King of Ireland. relinquish /ri-LING-kwish/ [verb] – to give up something such as a responsibility or claim Frank had no choice but to relinquish his position…
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The Emperor’s Birthday

2022年2月23日

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© jobsinjapan.com 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。 What is your favorite holiday? Do you celebrate that holiday with your family or friends? 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。 culture /KUHL-cher/ [noun] – the way of life, especially the general customs and beliefs, of a particular group of people at a particular time Denise is currently studying Japanese language and culture. celebration /sel-uh-BREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a special social event, such as a party, when you celebrate something This good news deserves a celebration! follow /FOL-oh/ [verb] – to happen or come after something He published…
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The Emperor’s Birthday

2022年2月23日

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© jobsinjapan.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is your country’s most important holiday? Please tell me more about it. What is your best holiday memory? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. imperial /im-PEER-ee-uhl/ [adjective] – belonging or relating to an empire or the person or country that rules it The historic castle stands as a reminder of the country’s imperial past. arguably /AAR-gyoo-uh-blee/ [adverb] – used when stating an opinion or belief that you think can be shown to be true For many, Ōtani Shōhei is arguably the best baseball player. mythology…
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