New Zealand falcon takes top spot in bird of the year vote
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New Zealand falcon takes top spot in bird of the year vote
©(Craig McKenzie via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animal in your country do you think is special? Why? If you were a volunteer in an animal contest, how would you promote your favorite animal? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. threat /thret/ [noun] – a danger or something that can cause harm Air pollution is a growing threat to people living in big cities. dynamic /dahy-NAM-ik/ [adjective] – always changing, full of energy, or active The city has a dynamic culture with many festivals and activities. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who offers…
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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations
©(Carsten Koall/dpa 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 waited a long time before a trip? Do you think computers make traveling easier? 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。 delay /dih-LEY/ [noun] – a period of time when something is late or does not happen as planned Heavy snow caused long delays on the trains going to the capital. cancel /KAN-suhl/ [verb] – to decide that something planned will not happen The school had to cancel the sports day because of heavy rain. print /print/ [verb] – to produce writing or…
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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations
©(Carsten Koall/dpa via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think people feel when their travel plans suddenly change? What would you do if you had to wait many hours before a trip? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to interrupt or stop the normal progress of something Heavy rain disrupted train services across the country, causing long delays. update /UHP-deyt/ [noun] – the newest version of information, software, or a system The company released an update to fix problems in the mobile app. operational /op-uh-REY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – working and…
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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations
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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations
©(Carsten Koall/dpa via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyberattack /SAHY-ber-uh-tak/ [noun] – an attack against computer systems or networks, often using the internet A cyberattack shut down the hospital’s online appointment system, forcing staff to manage patients by hand. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – the seriousness or extreme nature of a situation, problem, or condition The severity of the earthquake led to the closure of many schools and offices in the city. kiosk /KEE-osk/ [noun] – a small machine or stand where a person can get information, buy a ticket, or perform another service by themselves Train passengers used self-service kiosks…
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CBO projects U.S. growth slowdown in 2025 amid tariffs
©AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite 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 people buy fewer things in shops when they spend less money? Does a country have problems when there are fewer workers? 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。 decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [verb] – to become less, worse, or lower in value Sales may decline when many people stop buying clothes. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a situation without big changes or problems Families need stability to feel safe and live peacefully. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement about what will happen in the future The weather forecast…
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CBO projects U.S. growth slowdown in 2025 amid tariffs
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CBO projects U.S. growth slowdown in 2025 amid tariffs
©AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disquieting /dis-KAWHY-i-ting/ [adjective] – causing worry and unhappiness The disquieting news about rising prices made families reduce their weekly spending. salient /SEY-lee-uhnt/ [adjective] – most noticeable or important The salient point in the report was the sharp drop in growth. ameliorative /uh-MEEL-yer-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – making a bad situation better or less harmful The government introduced ameliorative measures to support workers facing job losses. tenuous /TEN-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – weak or slight The country’s tenuous recovery depended on steady consumer spending. consequential /kon-si-KWEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having important results The new tax law was a…
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CBO projects U.S. growth slowdown in 2025 amid tariffs
©AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What happens when people spend less money in shops? What happens when there are fewer workers in a country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something Heavy rain had an adverse effect on the crops. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit last year. evident /EV-i-duhnt/ [adjective] – easily seen or understood; clear It was evident that she studied for the exam. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – having…
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