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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

2025年4月16日

Rescue

©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage, destruction, or suffering The hurricane had a devastating effect on the small coastal town, destroying homes and cutting off power for days. somber /SOM-ber/ [adjective] – serious, sad, and without cheer The school assembly had a somber tone after the news of the teacher’s sudden departure. anguish /ANG-gwish/ [noun] – severe pain or suffering (especially emotional) She cried out in anguish after hearing about the accident involving her best friend. reprieve /ri-PREEV/ [noun] – a short period of relief from something difficult or unpleasant…
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Tulip tourism blooms across Europe as fields attract thousands of visitors

2025年4月15日

Flowers

©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What colors do you think make a flower garden beautiful? If you could plant one kind of flower in your backyard, which one would you choose? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. couch /kouch/ [noun] – a long, comfortable seat for two or more people The new art museum has stylish couches where visitors can relax between exhibits. selfie /SEL-fee/ [noun] – a photo that a person takes of themselves, usually with a smartphone People love taking selfies in front of the new mural downtown. widely /WAHYD-lee/…
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Tulip tourism blooms across Europe as fields attract thousands of visitors

2025年4月15日

Flowers

©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archway /AHRCH-wey/ [noun] – a curved structure forming a passage or entrance The wedding venue was decorated with rose archways to create a romantic entrance. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to achieve a specific purpose The company made a strategic decision to launch its new product during the holiday season. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and strong increase A surge of interest in eco-friendly packaging led to changes in the industry. flourish /FLUR-ish/ [verb] – to grow or develop successfully Beyond California, vineyards have flourished in other parts of the United…
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Tulip tourism blooms across Europe as fields attract thousands of visitors

2025年4月15日

Flowers

©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) 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 like taking pictures of nature or flowers? Do you think flower fields are a good place for tourists? 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。 welcome /WEL-kuhm/ [verb] – to greet or receive someone warmly or gladly The new museum in Tokyo welcomes hundreds of art lovers every weekend. spot /spot/ [noun] – a particular place or location The park has picnic spots under the shade of tall trees. tip /tip/ [noun] – a helpful piece of advice or suggestion The teacher gave some study…
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NASA astronauts return after challenging mission with Starliner setbacks and SpaceX rescue

2025年4月14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。 Are astronauts involved in space missions? Do astronauts need special training before going to space? 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。 plan /plan/ [verb] – to decide or arrange in advance She plans to visit the museum tomorrow. due to /due to/ [preposition] – because of The event was canceled due to rain. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving the desired result The concert was successful because many people came. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make certain or sure She will ensure the project is finished on time. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt/…
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NASA astronauts return after challenging mission with Starliner setbacks and SpaceX rescue

2025年4月14日

Brix-News (6)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. challenging /CHAL-in-jing/ [adjective] – difficult and requiring a lot of effort or skill The project was challenging because we had to meet tight deadlines. encounter /en-KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to experience or come upon something, especially unexpectedly He encountered many problems during his first week at work. complication /kom-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation or condition that makes something more difficult or confusing The meeting had some complications due to technical issues. malfunctioning /mal-FUHNGK-shuh-nuhng/ [adjective] – not working properly The equipment was malfunctioning, so the team had to stop the experiment. highlight /HAHY-lahyt/ [verb] – to emphasize or…
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NASA astronauts return after challenging mission with Starliner setbacks and SpaceX rescue

2025年4月14日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about astronauts and their work? What kind of training do you think astronauts need before they go to space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. astronaut /AS-truh-nawt/ [noun] – a person who is trained to travel in a spacecraft The astronaut floated in space and saw the Earth from above. mission /mISH-uhn/ [noun] – a specific task or duty that someone is assigned to accomplish The team completed their mission by returning the equipment safely. transport /TRANS-pawrt/ [noun] – the action of moving goods or people from…
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Intermediate

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Genetic Study reveals promising findings for endangered Asian elephants in northern Cambodia

2025年4月13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 about Asian elephants? Are elephants are considered endangered? 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。 conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to organize or perform a particular activity The teacher will conduct the experiment tomorrow. research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – the detailed study of a subject to discover new facts or information The student is doing research for the project. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist The survival of the species depends on protection. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance to something…
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