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Paris Paralympic opening ceremony set to challenge views on disabilities

2024年8月30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。 Do you know about the Paralympic Games? Can you name any sports included in the Paralympic Games? 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。 schedule /SKEJ-ool/ [verb] – to arrange or plan an event to take place at a particular time Please schedule the meeting for next Monday morning. take place /teyk pleys/ [phrasal verb] – to happen, especially after being planned or expected The concert will take place in the park. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent a particular idea or time…
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Paris Paralympic opening ceremony set to challenge views on disabilities

2024年8月30日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Paralympic Games? Can you name any sports that are included in the Paralympic Games? Have you ever watched a Paralympic event on TV or online? If yes, which athletes or sports impressed you the most, and why? If not, what might you enjoy watching? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exciting /ik-SAHY-ting/ [adjective] – causing great enthusiasm and eagerness The roller coaster ride was very exciting for the children. show /shoh/ [noun] – a performance or presentation, such as a play or concert We went…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules

2024年8月29日

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©REUTERS 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 a parade that happens on water? Do some cars can drive both on land and in water? 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。 current /KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing now; in the present time The current weather is perfect for a day at the beach. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – machines, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on roads Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people look for eco-friendly transportation options. organizer /AWR-guh-nahy-zer/ [noun] – a…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules

2024年8月29日

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©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How important is it to preserve traditional events? What are some ways you personally try to reduce your environmental impact in daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. parade /puh-REYD/ [noun] – a public procession or celebration, often with people walking or in vehicles, typically held to mark a special event The children watched the colorful parade pass by their school. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a level of quality The new standards for safety were implemented across all factories. turnout /TURN-out/ [noun] – the number of people attending an…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules

2024年8月29日

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©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt/ [adjective] – full of energy, life, or color; bright and lively The city’s vibrant nightlife attracts tourists from all over the world. amphibious /am-FIB-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – capable of functioning both on land and in water The military used amphibious vehicles to transport troops across the river. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to direct the way that a vehicle, esp. a ship or aircraft will travel, or to find a direction across, along, or over an area of water or land The captain skillfully navigated the ship through the narrow channel. cumbersome /KUHM-ber-suhm/ [adjective] –…
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California launches $250 million initiative to support journalism and advance AI research

2024年8月28日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The city faced unprecedented flooding, leaving residents in shock and in need of immediate help. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to support or improve something or make it stronger The government introduced new policies to bolster economic growth. mandatory /MAN-duh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – required by law or rule; compulsory Attendance at the safety meeting is mandatory for all employees. endorse /en-DAWRS/ [verb] – to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of something The famous athlete decided to endorse the new fitness brand. revitalization…
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California launches $250 million initiative to support journalism and advance AI research

2024年8月28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。 Do you know about the role of journalism in society? Are you familiar with some common tools or technologies used by journalists today? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS / [verb] – to make something known or officially inform people The teacher will announce the winner today. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone with something Can you assist me with this math problem? difficult /DIF-i-kuhlt/ [adjective] – not easy; hard to do or understand This puzzle is very difficult to solve. collaborate /kuh-LAB-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to…
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California launches $250 million initiative to support journalism and advance AI research

2024年8月28日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the role of journalism in society? What are some common tools or technologies used by journalists today? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [verb] – to make a great effort to achieve something, or to try very hard She had to struggle to lift the heavy box. democratic /dem-uh-KRAT-ik / [adjective] – relating to a system of government where the people choose their leaders by voting The country has a democratic system of government where people vote for their leaders. oppose /uh-POHZ/ [verb] – to be against…
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