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Individuals embrace No-Buy Challenge

2024年6月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another Moving to a new school can be a challenging transition for some students. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being stable, steady, or secure The foundation of a building ensures its stability during earthquakes. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level without exhausting resources or causing damage to the environment Using renewable energy sources is crucial for the sustainability of our planet. meticulously /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way…
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Individuals embrace No-Buy Challenge

2024年6月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your understanding of the term “no-buy challenge”? Have you ever attempted a similar challenge yourself? If so, what motivated you to do it? If not, what do you think would be the biggest challenge if you were to try it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. popularity /pop-yuh-LAR-i-tee / [noun] – the state or condition of being liked, admired, or supported by many people The band’s new album gained immense popularity within days of its release, topping the charts worldwide. purchase /PUR-chuhs / [noun] – something that you buy…
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4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。 Do you think Mount Fuji is an important place in Japan? Do you think hikers face challenges when climbing Mount Fuji? 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。 spot /spot/ [noun] – available positions or places There are a few spots left for the last-minute climbers on Mount Fuji. overnight /OH-ver-nahyt/ [adjective] – for or during the night We decided to take an overnight trip to the mountains. prevent /pri-VENT/ [verb] – to stop something from happening or someone from doing something Wearing a helmet can help prevent head injuries….
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes Mount Fuji an important place in Japan? What are some challenges you think hikers might face when climbing Mount Fuji? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overcrowding /oh-ver-KROW-ding/ [noun] – when too many people are in one place, making it uncomfortable or unsafe The concert was canceled because of overcrowding. walk-in /WAWK-in/ [noun] – a person who arrives without an appointment The restaurant was so popular that even walk-ins had to wait for a table. financially /fi-NAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to money…
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – a group of people with official responsibility for a particular area of activity: The local government’s authority includes overseeing public safety and managing infrastructure projects. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give someone the courage or confidence to do something My teacher always encourages me to do my best in school. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Adding colorful illustrations can enhance the attractiveness of the book. littering /LIT-er-ing/ [noun] – the act of leaving rubbish in a public place Littering in the park is not…
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Majority of 2013-2022 films fail to acknowledge climate change

2024年6月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a movie or read a book that talked about climate change? If so, what was it about and how did it address climate change? If not, what do you think a story about climate change might include? What do you know about the ways Hollywood movies influence people’s views on real-world issues? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. investigate /in-VES-ti-geyt/ [verb] – to examine a crime, problem, statement, etc. carefully, especially to discover the truth The police will investigate the incident to find out what happened. marketing…
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Majority of 2013-2022 films fail to acknowledge climate change

2024年6月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something, or the truth or existence of something She finally acknowledged her mistake and apologized. evaluate /ih-VAL-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something; assess Teachers evaluate students’ progress through various assessments. conscious /KON-shuhs/ [adjective] – aware of and responding to one’s surroundings; awake She became conscious of the noise outside and woke up. explicitly /ik-SPLIS-it-lee/ [adverb] – in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt The instructions explicitly stated not to use a calculator. selection…
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Majority of 2013-2022 films fail to acknowledge climate change

2024年6月3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 your favorite Hollywood film? Does it include issues about 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。 topic /TOP-ik / [noun] – a subject that is discussed, written about, or studied The students discussed the topic of climate change in their science class. site /sayht/ [noun] – a website The new shopping site offers a wide range of products at competitive prices. studio /STOO-dee-oh/ [noun] – a place where music, television, or film recordings are made The film was shot in a studio in Los Angeles. compare…
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