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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide

2024年9月22日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of allergies are most common in your country? In which months do people in your country usually experience the most allergy problems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. symptom /SIMP-tuhm/ [noun] – physical or mental features that indicate a condition or disease The doctor asked about the symptoms I was experiencing before making a diagnosis. allergen /AL-er-juhn/ [noun] – substances that cause an allergic reaction Common allergens like pollen and dust can trigger severe reactions in people with allergies. mask /mask/ [noun] – covers worn over the face to…
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide

2024年9月22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。 Have you learned about the causes of allergies? Are allergy tests readily accessible to people in your country? 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。 season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year when something that happens every year happens The holiday season is a time for family gatherings and festive celebrations. advise /ad-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to recommend or suggest a course of action based on knowledge, expertise, or judgment It is advised to keep all documents in a secure location to prevent identity theft. count /kount/ [noun] –…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse

2024年9月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. withdraw /with-DRAW/ [verb] – to take or move out or back, or to remove The company decided to withdraw its offer after further negotiations failed. controversial /kon-truh-VUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – causing disagreement or discussion The new law was controversial, sparking debates across the country. unauthorized /uhn-AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – without official permission The unauthorized entry into the building led to security concerns. recreation /rek-ree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something exist or happen again The artist’s recreation of the old painting was nearly identical to the original. advocate /AD-vuh-kit, -keyt/ [noun] – a person who supports a…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse

2024年9月21日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry? Can you think of any examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in movies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to forbid or not allow something The school will prohibit students from using phones during class. digital /DIJ-i-tl/ [adjective] – related to or involving computer technology She uses a digital camera to take pictures. critic /KRIT-ik/ [noun] – a person who judges or evaluates something The critic gave the…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse

2024年9月21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 know about the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry? Have you seen examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in movies? 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。 term /turm/ [noun] – refers to the specific conditions or clauses outlined in a contract The terms of the agreement were not clear about how the image would be used. replica /REP-li-kuh/ [noun] – an exact copy of something She bought a replica of the famous statue. fear /feer/ [noun] –…
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Historical drama dominates awards ceremony

2024年9月20日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dominate /DOM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to have control over a situation or place or to be the most important or noticeable The new smartphone models dominate the market with their advanced features. accolade /AK-uh-leyd/ [noun] – an award or praise given to someone for their achievements The scientist received an accolade for her groundbreaking research in medicine. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of recognizing or being recognized, especially in an official way The artist gained recognition for his unique painting style. astonished /uh-STON-isht/ [adjective] – very surprised or amazed They were astonished by the magician’s amazing…
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Historical drama dominates awards ceremony

2024年9月20日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you think of a historical event that might make a good story for a historical drama? Have you ever watched a movie or TV show that is set in the past? What time period was it set in, and what did you learn about that era from it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. award /uh-WAWRD/ [noun] – a prize given to someone for their achievements She received an award for her excellent essay. actor /AK-ter/ [noun] – a person who performs in plays, movies, or television shows The actor…
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Historical drama dominates awards ceremony

2024年9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 think a historical event could make a good story for a historical drama? Have you ever watched a movie or TV show set in the past? 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。 award /uh-WAWRD/ [noun] – a prize or recognition given for achievement She won an award for her excellent painting. opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – a chance for something to happen She had an opportunity to visit Paris. challenging /CHAL-in-jing/ [adjective] – difficult in a way that tests your abilities Climbing the mountain was very challenging for…
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