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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about storms that cause heavy rain and strong winds? What causes them? How do people stay safe during storms with heavy rainfall and strong winds? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a violent tropical storm or weather system with strong winds that spin in circles A powerful cyclone hit the island, causing heavy damage to homes. extended /ik-STEN-did/ [adjective] – longer than usual or expected; covering a larger area or period The teacher gave us an extended deadline for the project. snowfall /SNOH-fawl/…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When was the last time you experienced a strong typhoon? Is it possible to solve climate change? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a large-scale, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms featuring a clearly defined circulation pattern The town was evacuated due to the approaching cyclone. destruction /dih-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of destroying something, or the fact of being destroyed The earthquake left a path of destruction across the city. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the result…
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Intermediate

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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cluster /KLUHS-ter/ [noun] – a group of similar things that are close together, sometimes surrounding something The scientist observed a cluster of stars in the night sky. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction A volcanic eruption can have catastrophic effects on nearby towns. conducive /kuhn-DOO-siv/ [adjective] – making a situation or outcome more likely or possible A quiet environment is conducive to effective studying. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for the season. elucidate…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

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 experienced a typhoon in your area? Is it possible to solve climate change? 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。 rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual; unusual or uncommon It was a rare occasion when the entire team was able to meet together. typhoon /tahy-FOON/ [noun] – a tropical storm or cyclone in the Western Pacific or Indian Ocean The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal regions. directly /dih-REKT-lee/ [adverb] – in a direct manner; without intervening or secondary steps She spoke directly to…
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USDA introduces policy to eliminate transaction fees for eligible students in school meal programs

2024年11月25日

Cris (3)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eligible /EL-i-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions Only students who score above 80% are eligible for scholarships. transaction /tran-SAK-shuhn/ [noun] – an occasion when money is exchanged or payments are made The store provides a receipt for every transaction to help customers track their expenses. disproportionately /dis-pruh-PAWR-shuh-nit-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is too large or too small in comparison to something else The rule disproportionately favors older students over younger ones. monopolistic /muh-naa-puh-LI-stuhk/ [adjective] – controlling or trying to control a market to the exclusion of others The…
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Expert

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USDA introduces policy to eliminate transaction fees for eligible students in school meal programs

2024年11月25日

Cris (3)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard about programs that provide free or reduced-price school meals? If so, what do you know about how these programs work? If not, why do you think these programs are important? What is your opinion about cashless payment systems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ease /eez/ [verb] – to make something less difficult or more comfortable The teacher tried to ease the students’ nerves before the big test. financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or finance The company is facing financial problems due to poor sales. industry…
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Intermediate

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USDA introduces policy to eliminate transaction fees for eligible students in school meal programs

2024年11月25日

Cris (3)

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 heard about programs that provide free or reduced-price school meals? Have you ever used a cashless payment system to buy something? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something into use or operation for the first time The teacher will introduce a new topic today. reduced /ri-DOOST/ [adjective] – made smaller or less in size, amount, or degree This store sells clothes at reduced prices. charge /chahrj/ [noun] – the amount of money that you have to pay for something, especially for…
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Beginner

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