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Ants’ clever ways of surviving challenge traditional views on animal empathy

2024年7月23日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do scientists study animal behaviors? What makes it difficult for animals to stay safe in their habitats? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. limb /lim/ [noun] – an arm or leg of a person or animal He injured his right limb during the accident and required surgery. nestmate /NESS-mate/ [noun] – members of the same nest, typically referring to insects like ants or bees Insect colonies need nestmates to work together and get along well to stay healthy and survive tough environments. peer /peer/ [noun] – other members of the…
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Ants’ clever ways of surviving challenge traditional views on animal empathy

2024年7月23日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. amputation /am-pyoo-TAY-shn/ [noun] – surgical procedures to remove damaged limbs or body parts, usually due to injury or infection Limb amputations are sometimes necessary after severe accidents. comrade /KOM-rad/ [noun] – a friend or trusted companion, esp. one with whom you have been involved in difficult or dangerous activities She found a loyal comrade in her longtime hiking partner. vigorously /VIG-er-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is very forceful or energetic She vigorously scrubbed the kitchen floor until it sparkled. entomologist /en-tuh-MOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies insects The entomologist discovered a new species…
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Desert moss from Xinjiang may hold key to Mars colonization, study reveals

2024年7月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sequester /si-KWES-ter/ [verb] – to separate and store a harmful substance such as carbon dioxide in a way that keeps it safe Scientists are researching methods to sequester carbon dioxide underground to mitigate its impact on climate change. physiological /fiz-ee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the way in which a living organism or bodily part functions The physiological response to exercise includes an increased heart rate and faster breathing. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to increase in speed or cause something to happen sooner or more quickly The team worked tirelessly to accelerate the project’s timeline. probe /prohb/…
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Desert moss from Xinjiang may hold key to Mars colonization, study reveals

2024年7月22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。 What is the first word that comes to mind when you think of the planet Mars? Do you believe that humans can live on Mars in the future? 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。 dryness /DRAI-nuhs/ [noun] – the state or condition of being dry; lack of moisture The desert’s extreme dryness made it difficult for any vegetation to survive. lose /looz/ [verb] – to experience a reduction or depletion of something After the severe drought, the crops began to lose their vitality due to lack of water. freezer…
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Desert moss from Xinjiang may hold key to Mars colonization, study reveals

2024年7月22日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What space-related interests do you have that you can share? Do you believe that humans can live on Mars in the future? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. moss /mos/ [noun] – small, green, non-flowering plant typically found in damp or shady locations The old stone wall was covered in soft, green moss. function /FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] – to operate or work in the intended or expected manner After repairing the damaged circuit, the computer was able to function perfectly again. rehydrate /ree-HAHY-dreyt/ [verb] – to restore moisture…
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Ancient predator fossils discovered

2024年7月21日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you understand about fossils? How do fossils form? Why are fossils important in studying the history of life on Earth? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. researcher /REE-search-er/ [noun] – a person who conducts research, especially in the sciences or academia The researcher discovered a new species of plant in the rainforest. detailed /DEE-tayld/ [adjective] – in-depth, thorough, providing a lot of information or specifics The report included a detailed analysis of the economic trends. eventually /eh-VEN-chu-uh-lee/ [adverb] – in the end, after a period of time or a…
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Ancient predator fossils discovered

2024年7月21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。 What are fossils? Have you already seen a salamander? 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。 sharp /shahrp/ [adjective] – having a thin edge or point that can cut something or make a hole in something Her pencil has a sharp point for drawing fine lines. dinosaur /DAHY-nuh-sawr/ [noun] – any of various extinct, often gigantic, carnivorous or herbivorous reptiles of the Mesozoic era The museum has a big dinosaur skeleton on display. broad /brawd / [adjective] – wide in extent or scope; large in size. The park has a…
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