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Golden snub-nosed monkeys join panda diplomacy

2025年11月13日

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©(Pairi Daiza via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primate /PRAHY-meyt/ [noun] – a mammal that includes humans, apes, and monkeys Several primates in the African rainforest are losing their habitats because of deforestation. quarantine /KWAWR-uhn-teen/ [noun] – a period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease The new pets were kept in quarantine for two weeks to ensure they were healthy. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun] – the state of being healthy, happy, or comfortable The organization works to protect the welfare of stray animals in the city. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise something to a higher level or position…
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Cuicuilco archaeological site in Mexico City highlights ancient civilization’s cultural continuity through INAH tours

2025年11月12日

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©AP Photo/Ginnette Riquelme 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 visited a museum? Do you know any famous pyramids or archaeological sites in the world? 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。 significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or large enough to be noticed or have an effect The teacher gave a significant smile after the test. informative /in-FAWR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – giving useful facts or information about something The museum tour was very informative for the students. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – giving many facts or much information about something The guide gave a detailed plan…
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Cuicuilco archaeological site in Mexico City highlights ancient civilization’s cultural continuity through INAH tours

2025年11月12日

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©AP Photo/Ginnette Riquelme Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited an ancient historical site or museum? If so, what was the most interesting thing you saw? If not, what kind of historical place would you like to visit? Do you know any famous pyramids or archaeological sites around the world? If so, where are they located? If not, which country would you like to explore to see one? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The museum displays notable paintings from ancient times. insightful…
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Study supports pain relief through music in medical settings

2025年11月11日

MusicHeal

©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. complementary /kom-pluh-MEN-tuh-ree/ [adjective] – completing or enhancing something Some schools offer art classes as a complementary activity to academic subjects. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time and often difficult to cure Many office workers suffer from chronic back pain because of long hours of sitting. relieve /ri-LEEV/ [verb] – to reduce pain, stress, or discomfort Drinking warm tea can help relieve a sore throat during a cold. genre /ZHAHN-ruh/ [noun] – a category or type of art, especially music, literature, or film Students in the film club discussed different movie…
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Study supports pain relief through music in medical settings

2025年11月11日

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©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) 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 listen to music when you feel sad or tired? Do you think music can help reduce fear during a difficult 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。 pain /peyn/ [noun] – physical or emotional hurt She felt strong pain in her leg after falling during the game. worried /WUR-eed/ [adjective] – feeling afraid or nervous about something that may happen She felt worried before the exam because she did not study enough. medicine /MED-uh-sin/ [noun] – a substance used to treat illness or pain…
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Study supports pain relief through music in medical settings

2025年11月11日

MusicHeal

©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think a room feels like with music and without music? If you could create music to help people feel better, what instruments would you choose? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ukulele /yoo-kuh-LEY-lee/ [noun] – a small guitar-like musical instrument with four strings At the beach party, someone played the ukulele while others sang along. painkiller /PEYN-kil-er/ [noun] – medicine that reduces or stops pain The dentist gave the patient painkillers after removing the tooth. activate /AK-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to make something start working…
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Nobel Prize 2025 honors global achievements in science and humanity

2025年11月10日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Nobel Prize? What kind of discoveries or studies do you think can change the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – very much respected and admired, usually because of being important The school is prestigious because many famous people studied there. modesty /MOD-uh-stee/ [noun] – the quality of not talking about or being proud of your achievements or abilities Her modesty impressed everyone when she won the competition. thorough /THUR-oh/ [adjective] – careful and complete in every way The teacher made…
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