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Rhode Island officials rescue exotic tegu lizard found buried in snow during cold spell

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©New England Wildlife Center 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 animals seen near homes during winter? Should an animal rescue center be called when an animal looks sick or hurt? 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。 cold /kohld/ [adjective] – having a low temperature Winter nights are cold in many places. lizard /LIZ-erd/ [noun] – a small animal with a long tail, four legs, and dry skin, usually living in warm places The lizard moved slowly across the road during the day. hospital /HOS-pi-tl/ [noun] – a place where sick or hurt…
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Galentine’s Day serves as an alternative to Valentine’s Day for some women

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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。 Have you heard of Galentine’s Day before? Do you enjoy simple activities more than large parties? 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。 focus /FOH-kuhs/ [verb] – to give attention to something The report will focus on safety rules in public places. stress /stres/ [noun] – a feeling of pressure or worry Long working hours can cause stress for employees. loneliness /LOHN-lee-nes/ [noun] – the feeling of being alone Loneliness can affect people who live far from family. invitation /in-vi-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a request to join an event or activity…
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Sprout signals a shift toward friendly social robots

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©(AP Photo/Seth Wenig) 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 a robot can help people at home? Do you think robots will be more common in the future? 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。 startup /STAHRT-uhp/ [adjective] – describing a company that has recently begun operating The startup business opened a small office in the city. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – forward movement or improvement over time The project showed progress after the team finished the first stage. factory /FAK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a building where goods are made using machines The factory closed for…
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At-home gut microbiome tests gain popularity despite limited clinical evidence

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©Tiny Health 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 seen health tests sold online? What do they test? 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。 curious /KYOOR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – wanting to know more Many people feel curious about gut tests. different /DIF-er-uhnt/ [adjective] – not the same Each person has different gut bacteria. balanced /balanced /BAL-uhnst// [adjective] – having the right mix A balanced diet helps digestion. healthy /HEL-thee/ [in good condition] – Vegetables help keep the gut healthy. Exercise supports a healthy body. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – needing attention Serious pain needs…
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Sleep-tracking devices see widespread use in 2025 as experts urge careful interpretation

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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。 Have you used a device to track sleep? Do people trust health apps? 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。 track /track /TRAK// [verb] – to follow or record something The watch tracks sleep time. curious /KYUR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – wanting to know more She feels curious about sleep. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better Good habits improve sleep. helpful /HELP-fuhl/ [adjective] – giving help The device is helpful. calm /KAHM/ [adjective] – not worried Staying calm helps sleep. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will…
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Eagles’ Their Greatest Hits 1971–1975 becomes bestselling album in U.S. history

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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 makes an album popular for many years? How do people usually listen to music today? 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。 interest /IN-trist/ [noun] – attention or curiosity The album gained interest from many fans. modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – new or recent The Sphere is a modern venue. famous /FEY-muhs/ [adjective] – known by many people The band is famous worldwide. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked by many people The album is popular today. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving good results The album was successful in sales. Article…
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Exhibition shows how love shaped history through letters

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©(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) 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 reading old letters or cards? Do you enjoy visiting museums or exhibitions? 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。 reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to show something that was hidden or not known The report will reveal new information about the plan. citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who lives in a country and has rights there Each citizen must follow the laws of the country. background /BAK-ground/ [noun] – the history or past information about something The teacher explained the background of the story….
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Southern Chile wildfires spread rapidly as extreme heat strains emergency response

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©AP Photo/Javier Torres 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 wildfires before? What happens when the weather is very hot? 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。 help /HELP/ [noun] – the act of helping or supporting someone Emergency help arrived after the fire spread quickly. protection /pruh-TEK-shuhn/ [noun] – keeping someone safe Shelters gave protection to families. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm caused to something The fire caused damage to houses. rule /ROOL/ [noun] – an instruction to follow A night rule stopped travel. problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a difficult situation The…
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Revival of southern greens highlights African American culinary heritage in U.S. dining scene

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©Angie Moser/Voracious 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。 Do people eat green vegetables in daily meals? Do families cook traditional food together? 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。 renewed /1. renewed /ri-NOOD// [adjective] – Meaning: Started again. Interest in greens is renewed today. learn /LURN/ [verb] – to get new knowledge People learn about food history. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to see Culture becomes visible at events. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked by many people Cooking books are popular now. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to join or link Food helps families connect….
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Researchers identify earliest cave handprints on Sulawesi Island

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©(Ahdi Agus Oktaviana/Maxime Aubert 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 visited a very old place before? Do you think people long ago liked to make art? 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。 handprint /HAND-print/ [noun] – a mark made by a hand A red handprint appeared on the white paper. wall /wawl/ [noun] – a vertical surface that forms the side of a room or building A clock hangs on the wall in the office. pigment /PIG-muhnt/ [noun] – a colored substance used to make paint Blue pigment made the sky…
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