Beginner

Wisconsin archaeologists confirm 16 ancient canoes in Lake Mendota after new mapping

2025年12月15日

©Tamara Thomsen/Wisconsin Historical Society 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 old things been found in lakes in your country? Do people travel by boat in your area? 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。 region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a large area of a country This region has many small towns. preserve /pri-ZURV/ [verb] – to keep something safe Workers preserve the old building. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to find a way across an area The boat can navigate calm water. locale /loh-KAL/ [noun] – a place where something happens The locale is famous…
Read more

Beginner

,

Studies link gratitude traditions to widespread growth in U.S. volunteer efforts

2025年12月14日

Cris-News (50)

©AP Photo/Rick Bownmer, File 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 celebrate special events in your city? Do people in your area do activities to help others? 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。 community /kuh-MYOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the people who live in the same place The community worked together to clean the road. support /verb/ [suh-PORT] – to help someone Friends support each other in school. motivate /verb/ [MOH-tuh-veyt] – to make someone want to do something Good words can motivate a friend. tradition /noun/ [truh-DISH-uhn] – a belief or custom people follow Eating…
Read more

Beginner

,

Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, file) 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 enjoy learning about space or planets? Would you like to listen to sounds recorded on another planet? 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。 sign /sahyn/ [noun] – an indication that something may be true or happening Doctors found signs of improvement in the patient’s condition. microphone /MAHY-kruh-fohn/ [noun] – a device used to record or amplify sound The reporter used a microphone to record the interview. storm /stawrm/ [noun] – a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, or another disturbance Heavy storms…
Read more

Beginner

,

Airlines face disruptions after software problem found in Airbus A320 jets

2025年12月12日

Nippon

©(Takahiko Kanbara/Kyodo News 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 you feel excited when you think about traveling by airplane? Do you think a busy travel season makes trips more stressful? 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。 delay /dih-LEY/ [verb] – to make something happen later than planned The meeting was delayed because the speaker arrived late. aircraft /AIR-kraft/ [noun] – a vehicle that travels through the air (such as a plane) The aircraft landed safely after flying through heavy rain. incident /IN-si-duhnt/ [noun] – an event that is unusual or unexpected The…
Read more

Beginner

,

U.S. turkey production faces significant strain after disease outbreaks and rising costs

2025年12月11日

turkey

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 enjoy eating special foods during holidays? Have you ever noticed food becoming more expensive in your area? 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。 expensive /ik-SPEN-siv/ [adjective] – costing a lot of money The new smartphone became expensive after the store raised its prices. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a thing that influences or causes a result Several factors slowed the project, including bad weather and late deliveries. weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the condition of the air outside, such as temperature, rain, or wind The cold weather reduced the…
Read more

Beginner

,

Tiger trafficking intensifies despite global protection efforts

2025年12月10日

tiger

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 imagined what it is like to see a tiger in the wild? Do you think people should stop buying products made from wild animals? 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。 trade /treyd/ [noun] – the buying, selling, or exchanging of goods The police stopped the illegal trade of rare birds at the airport. drop /drop/ [verb] – to become less in number, amount, or level The number of visitors to the museum dropped after the heavy storm. claw /klaw/ [noun] – the sharp nail of an…
Read more

Beginner

,

“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

2025年12月9日

Cris-News (49)

©Netflix 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。 Did any animated movies that became very popular get watched recently? Was any information about movie awards, such as the Oscars, learned before? 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。 noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The museum had a noteworthy painting near the main door. influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having a lot of influence or power The influential teacher helped many students choose good goals. impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – making someone feel admiration or respect The singer gave an impressive show…
Read more

Beginner

,

September data show sharp rise in U.S. coffee prices amid import limits and inflation

2025年12月8日

Cris-News (48)

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 in your area often buy drinks? Have food or drink prices increased in your area recently? 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。 salient /SEY-lee-uhnt/ [adjective] – the salient facts are the most important ones The salient point helped the class understand the lesson. elevated /EL-uh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – raised or higher than usual The bridge had an elevated walkway for safety. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect The adverse weather stopped the small outdoor event. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – something extra that is added…
Read more

Beginner

,

Unapproved peptides raise safety concerns as popularity increases

2025年12月7日

peptide

©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) 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 seen a health or beauty product promoted by an influencer online? Do you think expensive health products seem more trustworthy than cheap ones? 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。 drug /druhg/ [noun] – a substance used to treat an illness or improve health The doctor reviewed the drugs that the patient was taking for high blood pressure. influencer /IN-floo-uhn-ser/ [noun] – a person who can affect others’ opinions, especially online Many influencers promoted a new skincare brand on social media. coach /kohch/ [noun]…
Read more

Beginner

,

Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

Cris-News (47)

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 any serious illnesses been discussed in the news recently? Do you know any conditions that affect the brain or memory? 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。 notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The student made a notable improvement in class today. insightful /IN-sahyt-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing a clear and deep understanding of a complicated problem The teacher gave an insightful comment during the meeting. structured /STRUHK-cherd/ [adjective] – organized so that the parts relate well to each other The class followed a structured…
Read more

Beginner

,