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AI transforms vineyard management with smart technology

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©(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) 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 seen or heard about machines that can work on farms? Do you think technology can completely replace human skills? 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。 row /roh/ [noun] – a line of plants or crops that are grown next to each other The farmer walked carefully between the rows of corn to check for pests. waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed Factories are finding ways to…
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Experts emphasize balanced eating over strict schedules

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – important or well-known Environmental conservation has become a prominent topic in global discussions due to climate change. realm /relm/ [noun] – a particular area of interest, activity, or knowledge The realm of artificial intelligence continues to expand with new advancements. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] – to slow down or obstruct progress Lack of preparation can hinder students from performing well in their exams. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time or longer than usual A prolonged drought severely affected crop production in the region. yield /yeeld/ [verb] – to produce or…
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Experts emphasize balanced eating over strict schedules

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you were going to run a marathon or play a sport, what kinds of food would you choose to eat before and after? Why? If you had to design your own “perfect meal” for a workout day, what would you include? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – information or facts that show something is true There is no strong evidence to prove that studying late at night improves memory. dietitian /dahy-i-TISH-uhn/ [noun] – a person who is trained to give advice on healthy eating and…
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Experts emphasize balanced eating over strict schedules

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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 ever tried exercising without eating first? Do you think eating right before exercise would make you feel better or worse? 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。 topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject that people talk, write, or think about Climate change has become a major topic in political debates. workout /WURK-out/ [noun] – a period of physical exercise His morning workout includes jogging and stretching. nutrient /NOO-tree-uhnt/ [noun] – any substance that plants or animals need in order to live and grow Fruits and vegetables provide essential…
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could go back in time, what would you want to teach early humans? What are some everyday tools you use? How do they help make tasks easier? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. handheld /HAND-held/ [adjective] – small and designed to be held in the hand The researchers developed a handheld device to detect air pollution in urban areas. weapon /WEP-uhn/ [noun] – an object used to harm or attack Ancient warriors used spears and bows as weapons for hunting and battle. craftsmanship /KRAFTS-muhn-ship/ [noun] – the skill of…
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago

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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 discovering new information about the past is exciting? Do you think early humans were skilled at problem-solving? 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。 toolkit /TOOL-kit/ [noun] – a set of tools or equipment used for a particular purpose The scientist carried a specialized toolkit to collect soil samples from the cave. select /si-LEKT/ [verb] – to carefully choose something from a group The chef selected the freshest vegetables to prepare the dish. sharp /shahrp/ [adjective] – having a thin edge or point that can cut or…
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scavenged /SKA-vnjd/ [adjective] – collected or obtained from discarded, dead, or abandoned sources He used scavenged materials to build the shelter. carcass /KAHR-kuhs/ [noun] – the body of a dead animal, especially a large one that is soon to be cut up as meat or eaten by wild animals The vultures circled above the carcasses of animals left behind by the drought. interference /in-ter-FEER-uhns/ [noun] – the act of getting involved in a situation where it is not wanted or needed The referee penalized the player for interference during the game. rudimentary /roo-duh-MEN-tuh-ree/ [adjective] – basic,…
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