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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn

2024年10月24日

BRIX IIMG (6)

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 what La Niña is? Could you share one of the common signs of La Niña that you’re familiar with? 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。 chance /chans/ [noun] – the possibility of something happening There is a good chance of rain tomorrow. likely /LAHYK-lee / [adverb] – probably; in all likelihood It will likely rain tomorrow afternoon. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on something The cold weather can affect your health. natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – existing in nature, not made or caused by…
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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn

2024年10月24日

BRIX IIMG (6)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about La Niña? What are some common symptoms or signs of La Niña that occur in different parts of the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [verb] – to say what you expect to happen in the future Meteorologists forecast heavy rain for tomorrow, so people should prepare. probability /prob-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the level of chance that something will happen There is a high probability of thunderstorms this evening, so stay indoors. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue to exist or happen, especially for…
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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn

2024年10月24日

BRIX IIMG (6)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. likelihood /LAHYK-lee-hood/ [noun] – the chance that something will happen The likelihood of rain tomorrow is high, so take an umbrella. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time or longer than usual The prolonged meeting left everyone feeling exhausted and uninterested in the topic. recurrent /ri-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening repeatedly over a period of time The recurrent symptoms indicated that she needed to see a doctor again. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to increase in degree or strength The coach decided to intensify training sessions to prepare the team for the competition. ambiguous /am-BIG-yoo-uhs/ [adjective]…
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Astronomers trace the origins of meteorites that have hit Earth

2024年10月23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 what a meteorite is? Have you ever visited a planetarium or space museum? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury The storm caused significant damage to the buildings in the area. model /MAH-dl/ [verb] – to represent or simulate something, often for analysis or demonstration The architect decided to model the new building in 3D software. strike /strahyk/ [verb] – to hit or collide with something The lightning struck the tree during the storm. note /noht/ [verb] – to observe…
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Astronomers trace the origins of meteorites that have hit Earth

2024年10月23日

meteorite

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction The earthquake had catastrophic effects on the city, destroying many buildings. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of many large rocks that circle the sun Scientists discovered a new asteroid that could potentially pass close to Earth. simulation /sim-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a model of a set of problems or events that can be used to teach someone how to do something, or the process of making such a model The researchers used computer simulations to predict climate changes over the next century. collision /kuh-LIZH-uhn/ [noun]…
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Astronomers trace the origins of meteorites that have hit Earth

2024年10月23日

meteorite

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit any place in space, where would you go and why? What stories or myths have you heard about meteorites or shooting stars? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. origin /AWR-i-jin/ [noun] – the point at which something begins or comes into existence The origin of the ancient civilization remains a mystery to historians. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, point, or make clear in another way The results of the survey indicate a growing preference for online shopping. focus /FOW-kuhs/ [verb] – to direct attention or concentration…
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Abu Dhabi announces plans for second Sphere entertainment venue, following Las Vegas success

2024年10月22日

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©(AP Photo/Nick Didlick, File) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of buildings are most commonly found in tourist areas? What features make these buildings appealing to visitors? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known publicly or officially, especially a plan or decision The company will announce the new product launch next week at the conference. construction /kuhn-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of building or assembling something, such as a building, road, or machine The construction of the new bridge will be completed by the end of the year….
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Abu Dhabi announces plans for second Sphere entertainment venue, following Las Vegas success

2024年10月22日

spear

©(AP Photo/Nick Didlick, File) 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 hotels the most commonly found buildings in tourist areas? Which building in your city is the most attractive? 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。 cost /kawst/ [noun] – the amount of money required to buy something The cost of the shirt is twenty dollars. diversify /dih-VUR-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make or become more varied or diverse It is good to diversify your meals with fruits. feature /FEE-cher/ [verb] – to include or highlight something as an important part The new park features many fun…
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