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Dubai grows “future-proof” food to increase diversity

2021年9月13日

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©CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scarce /skairs/ [adjective] – not easy to find or get Medical supplies have been growing scarce for the past six months. saline /SEY-leen/ [adjective] – containing or consisting of salt Normal saline should be used to restore any fluid losses. biofuel /BAHY-oh-fyoo-uhl/ [noun] – a fuel that is made from living things or their waste and is less harmful to the environment than other types of fuel The most promising technologies include biofuels and wind energy. consulting /kuhn-SUHL-ting/ [noun] – the activity or business of giving expert advice about a particular subject The city government…
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Dubai grows “future-proof” food to increase diversity

2021年9月13日

dubai-desert

©CNN 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。 How often do you eat out? What kinds of food do you usually eat (e.g. meat, fish, vegetables, etc.)? 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。 collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of objects of one type that have been collected by one person or in one place Nikki has a large collection of stamps. crop /krop/ [noun] – (the total amount collected of) a plant such as grain, fruit, or vegetable grown in large amounts Sugar is one of the most important crops on the island. produce /pruh-DOOS/…
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Should we be concerned about the Earth’s rotational speed?

2021年9月10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。 Are you interested in scientific discoveries? What do you know about Earth’s rotation? 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。 average /AV-er-ij/ [noun] – a standard or level that is considered to be typical or usual The average male tiger weighs around 200 kg. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider Whatever I suggest, he always disagrees. last /last/ [verb] – to continue to exist The meeting lasted an hour. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or…
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Beginner

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Should we be concerned about the Earth’s rotational speed?

2021年9月10日

earth-1994069_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. duration /doo-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the length of time that something lasts He wanted a stay of three years’ duration. distribution /dis-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the way in which something is shared out among a group or spread over an area These birds have a wide geographic distribution. spin /spin/ [verb] – to (cause to) turn around and around, especially fast The wheel can now spin freely. speculate /SPEK-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to guess possible answers to a question when you do not have enough information to be certain It’s always hard to speculate about the future. accumulation /uh-kyoo-myuh-LEY-shuhn/…
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Should we be concerned about the Earth’s rotational speed?

2021年9月10日

earth-1994069_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How many hours is one Earth rotation? What Earth’s discovery have you known recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to be one of the reasons why something happens I am sure that this meeting will contribute to the reinforcement of peace and security all over the world. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – (especially of accidents and other unexpected events) to happen If the primary infection is not treated, further outbreaks may occur. massive /MAS-iv/ [adjective] – very large in size, amount, or number We must make massive…
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Paris sets 30 kph speed limit to boost road safety and reduce pollution

2021年9月9日

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©Francois Mori / AP via CNN 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 ride a bicycle? How long does traffic usually last in your city? 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。 limit /LIM-it/ [noun] – the greatest amount, number, or level of something that is either possible or allowed There is a limit on the number of concert tickets you can buy. pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste Water pollution is a serious problem in many cities. law /law/ [noun] – a rule, usually made…
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Paris sets 30 kph speed limit to boost road safety and reduce pollution

2021年9月9日

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©Francois Mori / AP via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – relating to a position of responsibility We welcomed an official from Sri Lanka at the airport. numerous /NOO-mer-uhs/ [adjective] – many There were numerous reports of missing jewelry in the store. critic /KRIT-ik/ [noun] – someone who says that they do not approve of someone or something The critics had a lot to say about the government. opposition /op-uh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – strong disagreement The newly elected president faced opposition from many business leaders. deputy /DEP-yuh-tee/ [noun] – the person whose rank is immediately below that of…
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Paris sets 30 kph speed limit to boost road safety and reduce pollution

2021年9月9日

210831105720-paris-speed-limit-0830-exlarge-169

©Francois Mori / AP via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the speed limit in your city/town? Does traffic make you stressed? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. argue /AHR-gyoo/ [verb] – to give the reasons for your opinion, idea, belief, etc She argued that time is more important than anything else. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl / [adjective] – able to be reached or easily got The area is accessible to commuters. widen /WAHYD-n/ [verb] – to become, or to make something greater in width We need to widen the office space. conduct /KON-duhkt/ [verb] –…
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