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Gifted dogs show ability to learn object names by listening

2026年1月22日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of things do dogs usually learn from people? Do you think animals can understand words, or only actions? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. command /kuh-MAND/ [noun] – an instruction that tells someone or something what to do The teacher gave a clear command before the students began the test. overcome /oh-ver-KUHM/ [verb] – to successfully deal with a problem or difficulty The athlete trained hard to overcome a serious injury. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – to happen Power cuts often occur during strong storms. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] –…
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Gifted dogs show ability to learn object names by listening

2026年1月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or large enough to be noticed Scientists reported significant changes in ocean temperatures during the study. cognition /kog-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – the mental process of thinking and understanding Sleep plays an important role in human cognition and memory. passive /PAS-iv/ [adjective] – happening without active effort or direct action Passive learning occurs when information is received without direct participation. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result of an action or decision The policy change has serious implications for small businesses. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – clearly different from others The report…
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2026 to feature crewed lunar flyby, rare eclipses, and heightened focus on interstellar objects

2026年1月21日

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©Blue Origin via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What space events do people usually notice each year? Why do these events attract attention? Have planets lining up been reported before? Where were they seen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away in space or location Astronomers studied a distant object beyond the planets. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual Interstellar objects are rare discoveries. noticeable /NOH-ti-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to see or recognize The alignment was noticeable after sunset. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – developing in a calm and…
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2026 to feature crewed lunar flyby, rare eclipses, and heightened focus on interstellar objects

2026年1月21日

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©Blue Origin via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consequential /kon-si-KWEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having important results or effects The mission was consequential for future lunar planning. unprecedented /un-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened before The finding was unprecedented in modern space research. coordinated /koh-AWR-di-ney-tid/ [adjective] – organized to work together effectively The mission followed a coordinated international plan. methodical /muh-THOD-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – done in a careful and systematic way Engineers used a methodical approach to testing. granular /GRAN-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – very detailed or precise Sensors provided granular measurements of solar wind. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will…
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2026 to feature crewed lunar flyby, rare eclipses, and heightened focus on interstellar objects

2026年1月21日

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©Blue Origin 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。 Have you ever watched the moon or stars at night? Do you know what a solar eclipse is? 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。 distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – Meaning: far away The moon looks distant at night. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common Blue moons are rare. noticeable /NOH-tuh-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to see or notice The planets were noticeable in the sky. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – slow and careful, not sudden The team made steady progress. reliable /ri-ˈLAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – can be trusted This…
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Lionsgate confirms The Housemaid sequel after film tops $133 million worldwide

2026年1月20日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do movie studios often make sequels? Why? Can you name a recent sequel you watched? What makes a movie successful at the box office Is popularity or quality more important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or surprising in a positive way The movie had a remarkable opening weekend. consistency /kuhn-SIS-tuhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of staying the same Consistency helps audiences follow a series. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable Social media played a significant role. careful /KAIR-fuhl/ [adjective] – done with attention and…
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Lionsgate confirms The Housemaid sequel after film tops $133 million worldwide

2026年1月20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 you like watching movie sequels? What makes a movie popular? 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。 positive /POZ-i-tiv/ [adjective] – good or helpful People gave positive reviews online. familiar /fuh-MIL-yer/ [adjective] – easy to recognize The story feels familiar to fans. confident /KON-fi-duhnt/ [adjective] – feeling sure The studio felt confident about the sequel. choice /chois/ [noun] – noun an act of choosing between two or more possibilities success /suhk-SES/ [noun] – a good result. The movie was a big success. Article Reading: Please read the whole article….
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Lionsgate confirms The Housemaid sequel after film tops $133 million worldwide

2026年1月20日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outsized /OWT-syzd/ [OWT-syzd] – much larger than expected The film delivered an outsized return compared with its production budget. continuity /kon-tuh-NOO-i-tee/ [noun] – The state of remaining consistent over time. Continuity between films helps audiences follow the story. deliberate /dih-LIB-er-it/ [adjective] – done with careful thought and intention The sequel approval was a deliberate studio decision. calibrated /KAL-uh-bray-tid/ [adjective] – carefully adjusted for accuracy or effect The studio used a calibrated release strategy. sustained /suh-STAYND/ [adjective] – continuing over a long period Sustained interest supported sequel development. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I…
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