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Scientists question dark energy’s stability, raising new theories about the universe’s future

2025年4月23日

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©NSF’s NoirLab via AP 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 there forces in the universe that might change over time? Do you know what dark energy is? 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。 make up /meyk-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to combine together to form something The team makes up a group of skilled players. nearly /NEER-lee/ [adverb] – almost, but not quite She nearly won the race. idea /ahy-DEE-uh/ [noun] – a thought or suggestion about what to do I have an idea for the project. belief /bih-LEEF/ [noun] – a feeling of certainty…
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Scientists question dark energy’s stability, raising new theories about the universe’s future

2025年4月23日

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©NSF’s NoirLab via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mysterious /mi-STEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – not explained or understood; difficult to understand or explain The disappearance of the plane remains mysterious, with no clues found. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening regularly or all the time; never changing The constant noise from the traffic was bothering everyone in the office. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – having a strong influence or effect; very deep The book had a profound effect on my view of life. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible future effect or result of an action or decision The new law has serious implications…
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“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

2025年4月22日

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©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) 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 watched a movie based on a video game? Can you name one game character you would like to see in a movie? 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。 huge /hyooj/ [adjective] – very large in size, amount, or degree The new amusement park caused a huge increase in tourism over the summer. internationally /in-ter-NASH-uh-nl-ee/ [adverb] – in or to many countries around the world The singer became famous internationally after her hit single topped charts in several countries. success /suhk-SES/ [noun]…
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“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

2025年4月22日

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©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could go inside a video game world, what kind of world would you like to explore? What kind of characters do you like in movies—heroes, funny ones, or someone else? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splash /splash/ [noun] – a noticeable or impressive entrance or success The new smartphone made a big splash at the tech expo, drawing huge crowds. premiere /pri-MEER/ [verb] – to be shown or performed publicly for the first time The documentary premiered at the international film festival last…
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“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

2025年4月22日

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©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deficit /DEF-uh-sit/ [noun] – the amount by which something, especially money or resources, is too small The company reduced its budget deficit by cutting unnecessary expenses. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a long or difficult search for something The scientist went on a quest to discover a new species in the Amazon rainforest. alliance /uh-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – an agreement to work together for a common goal The environmental group formed an alliance with local farmers to promote sustainable practices. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before There was an unprecedented…
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Philadelphia Zoo celebrates historic birth of four Galapagos Tortoises

2025年4月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetically /juh-NEH-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to genes or heredity The researchers studied the tortoises’ genetically diverse traits to understand their survival chances. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions The tortoises’ survival depends on the zoo’s efforts to protect their natural habitat. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources The zoo’s conservation programs help endangered animals thrive in safe environments. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance or attention to something The guide will emphasize the importance…
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Philadelphia Zoo celebrates historic birth of four Galapagos Tortoises

2025年4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。 Is it important to take care of animals in zoos? Are endangered species important to know about? 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。 birth /burth/ [noun] – the process of being born or the beginning of life The birth of the tortoises was a special moment. tortoise /TAWR-tuhs/ [noun] – a slow-moving land animal with a hard shell that protects it The tortoise walked slowly across the field. public /PUHB-lik/ [noun] – ordinary people or the community at large The public can visit the zoo anytime. event /ih-VENT/ [noun]…
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