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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century

2021年9月8日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of sending out gas, heat, light, etc The emission of gases such as carbon dioxide should be lessened at their present level. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens The transition from school to work can be difficult. transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a vehicle or system of vehicles, such as buses, trains, etc. for getting from one place to another We need to find some other means of transportation. renewable /ri-noo-wuh-buhl/ [adjective] – Renewable forms of energy…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century

2021年9月8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。 How do you go to work/school? Do you use renewable energy at home? 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。 industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing goods for sale, especially in a factory or special area The industry is facing a serious labor shortage. waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed Farmers feed kitchen waste to the pigs. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt / [adjective] – working or operating…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century

2021年9月8日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What changes in climate have you noticed in your country? How is climate change affecting people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. carbon /KAHR-buhn/ [noun] – a chemical element that exists in its pure form as diamond or graphite, and is an important part of other substances such as coal and oil, as well as being contained in all plants and animals Carbon emissions are to be reduced as a result of new laws. prime minister /prahym MIN-uh-ster/ [noun] – the leader of the government in some countries The prime minister…
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Putrajaya: Malaysia’s “other” capital

2021年9月7日

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©Ronan O’Connell via BBC Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your city known for? What place would you visit once the pandemic passes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. geometric /jee-uh-ME-trik/ [adjective] – a geometric pattern or arrangement is made up of shapes such as squares, triangles, or rectangles The building is known for its geometric wall patterns. greenery /GREE-nuh-ree/ [noun] – green foliage, growing plants, or vegetation I suggest putting greenery along the hallway to make it look fresh. tropical /TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – of or characteristic of the tropics (= the hottest area of…
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Intermediate

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Putrajaya: Malaysia’s “other” capital

2021年9月7日

Putrajaya

©Ronan O’Connell via BBC Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. traverse /truh-VURS/ [verb] – to move or travel through an area They found it difficult to traverse the areas by the hanging bridge. avant-garde /uh-vahnt-GAHRD/ [noun] – avant-garde ideas, styles, and methods are very original or modern in comparison to the period in which they happen Tristan’s art is an avant-garde work that caught the attention of many. regalia /ri-GEYL-yuh/ [noun] – official and traditional special clothes and decorations, especially those worn or carried in formal ceremonies You can see the Russian Imperial regalia in that museum. saving grace /SEY-ving greys/ [noun,…
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Putrajaya: Malaysia’s “other” capital

2021年9月7日

Putrajaya

©Ronan O’Connell via BBC 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 been to Malaysia? What is Japan’s most famous city aside from Tokyo? 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。 capital /KAP-i-tl/ [noun] – a city that is the center of government of a country or smaller political area Seoul is the capital of South Korea. floral /FLOHR-uhl/ [adjective] – made of flowers, or decorated with pictures of flowers My grandmother has always loved floral designs on her clothes. botanical /buh-TAN-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – involving or relating to plants or the study of plants The city…
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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage

2021年9月6日

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©The Indian Express Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pummel /PUHM-uhl/ [verb] – to hit someone or something repeatedly The hurricane winds pummeled the shoreline. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to organize or prepare something, such as a group of people, for a purpose Military troops were mobilized for the search and rescue operation. surmise /ser-MAHYZ/ [verb] – to guess something, without having much or any proof They could only surmise the positive outcome of the seminar. levee /LEV-ee/ [noun] – a wall made of soil or other materials that is built next to a river to stop the river from overflowing Levee…
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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage

2021年9月6日

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©The Indian Express Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you prepare for natural disasters? How long does a power outage usually last in your town or city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. restoration /res-tuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act or the process of returning something to its original condition, or to a state similar to its original condition The watermill restoration work will begin in April. grateful /GREYT-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing or expressing thanks, especially to another person We’re grateful for the help you’ve given us. calamity /kuh-LAM-i-tee/ [noun] – a serious accident or bad…
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Intermediate

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