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Second elephant calf of 2025 marks historic breeding milestone at Columbus Zoo

2025年12月20日

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©Amanda Carberry/Columbus Zoo and Aquarium via AP 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 zoo animals have you seen before? What baby animals are often born in zoos? 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。 arrival /uh-RY-vuhl/ [noun] – when someone or something comes to a place The arrival of the bus made everyone relax. habitat /HAB-uh-tat/ [noun] – the place where an animal or plant lives Birds live in a forest habitat. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or something safe Trees protect animals from heat. routine /roo-TEEN/ [noun] – something done regularly Cleaning…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop

2025年12月19日

Dog in snow

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 cold weather can be hard for some animals? Do you think pets need extra care during winter? 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。 advice /ad-VAHYS/ [noun] – guidance or suggestions about what to do The doctor gave advice on how to prevent dehydration during hot weather. fur /fur/ [noun] – the hair on the body of an animal The rabbit’s fur became thicker as spring ended and the weather changed. risk /risk/ [noun] – the chance of something dangerous or harmful happening Drivers face a higher…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop

2025年12月19日

Dog in snow

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think pets feel when the weather is very cold? Do you think pets should play outside in winter or mostly stay inside? Why do you think so? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. frostbite /FRAWST-bahyt/ [noun] – injury caused by extreme cold that freezes skin or tissue Doctors warned hikers that frostbite could develop quickly during long climbs in below-freezing temperatures. seriousness /SEER-ee-uhs-nis/ [noun] – the quality of being severe, important, or dangerous The report highlighted the seriousness of water shortages in rural communities. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] –…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop

2025年12月19日

Dog in snow

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypothermia /hahy-puh-THUR-mee-uh/ [noun] – dangerously low body temperature Doctors warned that hypothermia could occur during long hikes in the mountains without proper clothing. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to stop something from happening Travelers were advised to take preventive measures like using insect repellent to avoid mosquito bites. snowshoeing /SNOH-shoo-ing/ [noun] – walking over snow using special wide shoes Park rangers said that snowshoeing was safe on marked trails where avalanche risk was low. stimulate /STIM-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to encourage activity or development Teachers introduced new reading materials to stimulate students’ interest in literature. fortify /FAWR-tuh-fahy/…
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Takaichi’s work pledge leads to rising fashion trends and public enthusiasm

2025年12月18日

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©(Kyodo News via AP) 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 pay attention to a person’s style, like their bag or haircut, when you see them online? Have you ever bought something because it became popular on social media? 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。 speech /speech/ [noun] – a talk given to an audience The athlete gave a short speech at the ceremony to thank her supporters. topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject that people talk or write about The new safety rules became a major topic during the community meeting. style /stahyl/…
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Takaichi’s work pledge leads to rising fashion trends and public enthusiasm

2025年12月18日

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©(Kyodo News via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think some fashion items suddenly become popular among many people? In your opinion, what makes a person memorable or easy to recognize? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pledge /plej/ [verb] – to promise formally The coach pledged to support the team through every stage of the tournament. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – an image or idea that shows something Many people saw the festival’s theme as a reflection of the city’s growing focus on sustainability. demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the need or desire for…
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Takaichi’s work pledge leads to rising fashion trends and public enthusiasm

2025年12月18日

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©(Kyodo News via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catchphrase /KATCH-frayz/ [noun] – a short and memorable phrase used by a person, group, or media that becomes widely recognized The company created a simple catchphrase to promote its new product. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to produce or create something The report generated strong discussion among students during the meeting. enthusiasm /en-THOO-zee-az-uhm/ [noun] – strong interest or excitement about something The audience’s enthusiasm increased when the performers started the final song. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – having a special quality that makes something easy to recognize The artist’s distinctive style made the exhibit…
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Autoimmune disorders reexamined as Massachusetts lupus case highlights diagnostic gaps

2025年12月17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 long-term illnesses often mentioned in news stories? Are medical tests commonly used to find health problems? 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。 persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The town had persistent rain last week. diagnostic /adjective/ [dahy-uhg-NOS-tik] – used for finding what illness a person has A diagnostic test checks health. episode /EP-uh-sohdz/ [noun] – short events or periods of something happening The student had episodes of coughing. intervene /in-ter-VEEN// [verb] – to step in to stop something from getting worse Teachers intervene when…
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