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UK faces labor shortage after spike in COVID cases

2021年7月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you currently studying or working from home? What businesses are still closed in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rise /rahyz/ [verb] – to move upwards The number of coronavirus cases in Ireland is rising. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The school implemented new rules for the students. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – possibly You will encounter potentially dangerous situations when hiking. expose /ik-SPOHZ/ [verb] – to put someone at risk from something harmful or unpleasant The mountaineers had been exposed to a…
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Disney’s “Snow White” live-action remake with rising star Rachel Zegler as main lead

2021年7月28日

Disney's Snow White live-action remake with Rachel Zegler as main lead

©Disney, Amblin Partners/Amblin Entertainment, 20th Century Studios Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite animated show? Who is your favorite Disney character? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remake /REE-meyk/ [noun] – a film that has a story and title similar to an old one The animated film is set to have a live-action remake next year. classic /KLAS-ik/ [adjective] – having a high quality or standard against which other things are judged It is one of the classic novels of all time. settle /SET-l/ [verb] – to reach a decision or an agreement…
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Disney’s “Snow White” live-action remake with rising star Rachel Zegler as main lead

2021年7月28日

Disney's Snow White live-action remake with Rachel Zegler as main lead

©Disney, Amblin Partners/Amblin Entertainment, 20th Century Studios Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipate /an-TIS-uh-peyt/ [verb] – to imagine or expect that something will happen “A Quiet Place Part II” is one of the most anticipated horror-thriller movies this year. earn /urn/ [verb] – to get something that you deserve Kevin earned his Olympic gold medal because of his patience and perseverance. integral /in-TEG-ruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as a part of a whole The English language is an integral part of children’s education. pen /pen/ [verb] – to write something My dad used to pen love letters for my mother…
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Disney’s “Snow White” live-action remake with rising star Rachel Zegler as main lead

2021年7月28日

Disney's Snow White live-action remake with Rachel Zegler as main lead

©Disney, Amblin Partners/Amblin Entertainment, 20th Century Studios 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。 What is your favorite Disney show? Who is your favorite Disney character? 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。 character /KAR-ik-ter/ [noun] – a person represented in a film, play, or story Woody of “Toy Story” is my favorite character. recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago My mother recently went to the doctor for her monthly checkup. delighted /dih-LAHY-tid/ [adjective] – very pleased The judges were delighted by the group’s performance. studio /STOO-dee-oh/…
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Beginner

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Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix film “Fatherhood”

2021年7月27日

Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix movie Fatherhood

©Philippe Bosse via Netflix Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite movie? Who is your favorite actor/actress? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. star /stahr/ [verb] – if a film, play, etc. stars someone, or if someone stars in a film, play, etc., they are the main actor in it “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” stars Rachel Zegler as the main character. show off /SHOH-awf/ [phrasal verb] – to behave in a way that is intended to attract attention or admiration, and that other people often find annoying Kevin showed off his impressive…
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Intermediate

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Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix film “Fatherhood”

2021年7月27日

Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix movie Fatherhood

©Philippe Bosse via Netflix Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. premiere /pri-MEER/ [verb] – if a show, film, etc. premieres or if it is premiered, the first public performance or showing takes place The film premiered on streaming platform Hulu last night. memoir /MEM-wahr/ [noun] – a book or other piece of writing based on the writer’s personal knowledge of famous people, places, or events Jenny is planning to write a memoir of her life as a journalist. storyline /STAWR-ee-lahyn/ [noun] – (in a book, film, play, etc.) the plot The movie’s storyline is decent but not that impressive. juggle /JUHG-uhl/ [verb]…
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Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix film “Fatherhood”

2021年7月27日

Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix movie Fatherhood

©Philippe Bosse via Netflix 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 funny movies? What is your favorite funny movie? 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。 comedy /KOM-i-dee/ [noun] – a (type of) film, play, or book that is intentionally funny either in its characters or its action I like watching comedies more than drama. fill in /FIL-in/ [phrasal verb] – to do someone else’s work for them because they cannot or will not do it themselves Could you fill in for me while I am on vacation? insist /in-SIST/ [verb] – to…
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Beginner

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