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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. belief /bih-LEEF/ [noun] – a strong feeling that something is true or real Many people have the belief that the Earth is flat. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – facts or signs that show something is true The police found evidence that proved the suspect was guilty. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the study of ancient cultures by examining artifacts, buildings, and other remains Archaeological digs help us learn about ancient civilizations. coexist /koh-ig-ZIST/ [verb] – to live together peacefully at the same time or place Different species can coexist in a healthy ecosystem. manipulate /muh-NIP-yuh-leyt/ [verb]…
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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could travel back in time to see how humans lived thousands of years ago, what would you want to see, and why? Why do you think people are so interested in learning about the past, especially ancient animals and humans? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the act of finding something that was not known before Scientists made an exciting discovery when they found a new dinosaur fossil. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – information or facts that help prove something is true The police found evidence…
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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

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 think humans could have influenced the extinction of animals in the past? Do you believe that new discoveries can change what we know about history? 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。 research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed study or investigation into a particular subject to discover new facts She read the research on animals in the zoo. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to offer an idea or recommendation for consideration I suggest we go to the park. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give or supply something that is…
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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

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 any endangered animals? Have you ever seen a big fish before? 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。 environmental /en-vahy-ruhn-MUHN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on it The environmental changes are harming the animals. population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the number of people or animals living in a particular area The population of fish is getting smaller. overfishing /ow-vr-FI-shuhng/ [noun] – catching too many fish so that the fish population is reduced Overfishing harms the balance of the sea. fishery…
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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name any endangered animals in rivers or lakes? Why are some species living in freshwater becoming endangered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of clean water in the village was a significant event. decline /dih-KLAYN/ [verb] – to become smaller, fewer, or less The number of visitors to the park declined after the rainy season began. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to prevent something from continuing as usual or as expected A power outage disrupted the online class for an hour….
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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. critically /KRIT-ik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is extremely important or serious The scientist examined the data critically before sharing it with the team. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – at risk of no longer existing, especially in the wild The park is home to several endangered animals, including rare birds and turtles. obstruct /uhb-STRUHKT/ [verb] – to block or prevent something from happening or progressing Fallen trees obstructed the path, making it difficult for hikers to pass. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of protecting something from harm, loss, or destruction The preservation of old buildings…
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New species discovered in Peru’s Amazon highlight urgent need for conservation

©Conservation International/photo by Trond Larsen/Handout via REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine it would be like to discover a new species of animal? If you could explore any place in the world, where would you go and what would you hope to find? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diverse /dih-VURS/ [adjective] – including many different types of people or things The library offers a diverse collection of books, including fiction, science, and history. trap /trap/ [noun] – a device or setup used to catch or capture something Hunters set traps in…
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