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Controversy surrounds barrier blocking Mt. Fuji view amid tourist influx

2024年5月31日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. majestic /muh-JES-tik/ [adjective] – grand or impressive in beauty and scale The majestic building was so tall and beautiful that everyone stopped to look at it. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – something that is dangerous and likely to cause damage The broken glass on the sidewalk presented a hazard to pedestrians, as it was sharp and could cause injury if stepped on. depreciation /dih-pree-shee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount by which a currency loses value in comparison with other currencies Due to the rapid depreciation of the local currency, imported goods became much more costly, affecting…
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Controversy surrounds barrier blocking Mt. Fuji view amid tourist influx

2024年5月31日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon 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 popular tourist destinations can affect the local communities and environments where they are located? Do you think a surge in tourism could benefit a country’s economy? 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] – a particular place She found a sunny spot to sit and read her book. install /in-STAWL/ [verb] – to put in place or set up for use or service Before moving into the new house, they need to install a security system to ensure their safety. rise /rahyz/…
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Rare hoodwinker sunfish found stranded on Southern California beach, sparks international scientific collaboration

2024年5月30日

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©Thomas Turner, UC Santa Barbara 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。 What is your favorite sea creature? What rare species do you know of? 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。 intern /IN-turn/ [noun] – a student or recent graduate working as a trainee in a particular profession or organization Sarah worked as an intern at the hospital last summer. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – not habitually or commonly occurring or done It’s unusual to see snow in this area during spring. creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – a living being, especially an animal The forest is…
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Rare hoodwinker sunfish found stranded on Southern California beach, sparks international scientific collaboration

2024年5月30日

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©Thomas Turner, UC Santa Barbara via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of sea creatures washing ashore on beaches? What do you think causes this to happen? Why is it important for scientists to study rare species of animals and fish? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize or be able to name someone or something, or to prove who or what someone or something is The teacher helped the students identify different types of plants in the garden. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals…
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Rare hoodwinker sunfish found stranded on Southern California beach, sparks international scientific collaboration

2024年5月30日

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©Thomas Turner, UC Santa Barbara via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ashore /uh-SHAWR/ [adverb] – towards or onto land from the water The boat came ashore after the storm. hemisphere /HEM-i-sfeer / [noun] – one half of the earth, divided by the equator The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter in December. notify /NOH-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to tell someone officially about something Please notify me if you will be late. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [adjective] – used in the title of a person whose rank is slightly lower or less complete than the full official position described She was recently promoted to associate manager…
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Forecasters predict quieter hurricane season for Hawaii amidst El Nino to La Nina shift

2024年5月29日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecaster /FOR-ka-str/ [noun] – someone who predicts or forecasts future events or trends, especially weather The forecaster said it would rain tomorrow, so I’m bringing my umbrella. season /SEE-zuhn / [noun] – a period of the year characterized by particular weather conditions or activities My favorite season is winter because I love building snowmen. Pacific /puh-SIF-ik/ [adjective] – belonging to or relating to the Pacific Ocean The Pacific Ocean is vast and teeming with diverse marine life, making it a popular destination for scuba divers and marine biologists alike. hurricane /HUR-i-keyn/ [noun] – a violent storm…
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Forecasters predict quieter hurricane season for Hawaii amidst El Nino to La Nina shift

2024年5月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a hurricane, and how is it formed? Can you describe its main characteristics and the regions where it typically occurs? Can you think of any recent or historical hurricanes that have made headlines? What do you remember about them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. climate /KLAHY-mit/ [noun] – the typical weather conditions in a particular region over a long period The climate in tropical areas is usually hot and humid throughout the year. disaster /di-ZAS-ter/ [noun] – an event causing great damage, destruction, or distress, such as a…
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Forecasters predict quieter hurricane season for Hawaii amidst El Nino to La Nina shift

2024年5月29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 know what a hurricane is? Can you think of any recent or historical hurricanes that have made headlines? 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。 expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – someone who has a particular skill or knows a lot about a particular subject Sarah is an expert in gardening and can answer all your questions about plants. storm /stawrm/ [noun] – a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds, rain, thunder, lightning, or snow We had to cancel our picnic because of the approaching storm. El Nino…
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