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Researchers identify oldest known wooden tools at Greek site

2026年2月22日

oldest wood

©(Katerina Harvati, Dimitris Michailidis via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people keep old objects? What kind of tools do you use every day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archaeologist /ahr-kee-OL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies people from the past by looking at old objects The archaeologist reported a new discovery at the desert site. ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – very old and from a long time ago The city is famous for its ancient buildings. artifact /AHR-tuh-fakt/ [noun] – an object made by people in the past The museum displayed…
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Researchers identify oldest known wooden tools at Greek site

2026年2月22日

oldest wood

©(Katerina Harvati, Dimitris Michailidis via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. poplar /POP-ler/ [noun] – a type of tall tree with light, soft wood The park planted a poplar near the river because it grows well in wet soil. decay /dih-KEY/ [verb] – to slowly break down or rot over time Food can decay quickly if it is left outside in warm weather. geological /jee-uh-LAH-jih-kul/ [adjective] – related to the structure and history of the Earth A geological survey was done before building the bridge. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – very important and necessary as part of something Communication is an integral…
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Researchers identify oldest known wooden tools at Greek site

2026年2月22日

oldest wood

©(Katerina Harvati, Dimitris Michailidis via AP) 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 used a tool made of wood? Have you ever seen something very old in real life? 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。 wooden /WOOD-n/ [adjective] – made of wood The cabin has a wooden door and small windows. lake /leyk/ [noun] – a large area of water surrounded by land The children played near a lake during their school trip. shape /sheyp/ [verb] – to form or make something into a particular form The artist used clay to shape a…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is easy about working in a team of only two people? What do you do when you and another person have different opinions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – very strong or high in degree The debate became intense as the deadline approached. tension /TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of stress or disagreement There was tension in the office after the sudden policy change. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time or without stopping Constant noise from traffic made…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) 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 sports competitions? Have you ever played a game with a family member? 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。 competition /kom-pi-TISH-uhn/ [noun] – an event where people or groups try to win or do better than others The school held a competition to choose the best science project. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something as necessary The job requires clear communication skills. throw /throh/ [noun] – the act of sending something through the air Each throw of the ball must be careful…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elite /ih-LEET/ [adjective] – belonging to the highest level or best group The company hired elite workers with strong technical skills. dimension /dih-MEN-shuhn/ [noun] – one important part or aspect of something The project added a new dimension to the company’s marketing plan. volatile /VOL-uh-tl/ [adjective] – likely to change quickly and unpredictably The weather in the region is volatile during the rainy season. reconcile /REK-uhn-sahyl/ [verb] – to restore friendly relations after a disagreement The teacher helped the students reconcile during group work. tactical /TAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to careful planning to…
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Study suggests apes possess the ability to imagine

2026年2月20日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine when you think about apes? Do you think imagination is only for stories and games, or can it be useful in real life? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. captive /KAP-tiv/ [adjective] – kept under control and not free to leave The captive animal stayed in a protected area for medical care. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show or point out something clearly Signs on the road indicate the correct direction. pour /pawr/ [verb] – to cause a liquid to flow from one container to another…
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