Egypt opens new galleries in long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum
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Egypt opens new galleries in long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum
©REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany 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 visited a museum? Would you be interested in visiting a museum that focuses on a specific civilization? 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。 gallery /GAL-uh-ree/ [noun] – a room or building that is used for showing works of art, sometimes so that they can be sold The art exhibit featured several modern galleries showcasing local talent. unknown /uhn-NOHN/ [adjective] – not known or familiar The source of the mysterious noise remained unknown to the villagers. attention /uh-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – notice, thought, or…
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Rare October supermoon to illuminate skies alongside comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas on October 25
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supermoon /SOO-per-moon/ [noun] – a full moon that appears larger and brighter than usual because it is closer to the Earth in its orbit The supermoon lit up the night sky, captivating everyone with its large appearance. coincide /koh-in-SAHYD/ [verb] – to happen at the same time or during the same period The meteor shower will coincide with the lunar eclipse, creating a rare celestial event. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near in space or time The park’s proximity to the city center makes it a popular spot for locals. elliptical /ih-LIP-ti-kuhl/ [adjective]…
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Rare October supermoon to illuminate skies alongside comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas on October 25
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Rare October supermoon to illuminate skies alongside comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas on October 25
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the phases of the moon? How does the supermoon differ from other phases of the moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. close /klohz/ [adjective] – near in distance or time The store is close to my house, so I walk there. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not occurring very often The museum has a rare collection of ancient coins from different countries. convergence /kuhn-VUR-juhns/ [noun] – the act of coming together or meeting at one point The convergence of different cultures can create a rich and…
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Rare October supermoon to illuminate skies alongside comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas on October 25
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 phases of the moon? Does the supermoon differ from other phases of the moon? 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。 opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something She had an opportunity to join the team. sighting /SAI-tuhng/ [noun] – the action of seeing someone or something, typically something unusual or rare We had a sighting of a rare bird today. large /lahrj/ [adjective] – of considerable size, extent, or capacity They have a large dog in…
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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn
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
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
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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn
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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