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Pennsylvania’s Capitol maintains its timeless clocks

2025年1月3日

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©(AP Photo/Marc Levy) 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 place that looks like a palace? Can you imagine what it would be like to maintain a historic building? 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。 palace /PAL-is/ [noun] – a large house that is the official home of a king, queen, or other person of high social rank The king’s palace was located on top of a hill. shiny /SHAHY-nee/ [adjective] – having a smooth, glossy surface that reflects light The shiny car reflected the sunlight. antique /an-TEEK/ [noun] – an…
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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

2025年1月2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 humans could have influenced the extinction of animals in the past? Do you believe that new discoveries can change what we know about history? 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。 research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed study or investigation into a particular subject to discover new facts She read the research on animals in the zoo. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to offer an idea or recommendation for consideration I suggest we go to the park. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give or supply something that is…
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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

2025年1月1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 any endangered animals? Have you ever seen a big fish 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。 environmental /en-vahy-ruhn-MUHN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on it The environmental changes are harming the animals. population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the number of people or animals living in a particular area The population of fish is getting smaller. overfishing /ow-vr-FI-shuhng/ [noun] – catching too many fish so that the fish population is reduced Overfishing harms the balance of the sea. fishery…
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New species discovered in Peru’s Amazon highlight urgent need for conservation

2024年12月31日

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©Conservation International/photo by Trond Larsen/Handout via REUTERS 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 heard of a new animal being discovered? Have you ever visited a rainforest or jungle? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to investigate or study something in depth They decided to explore the city’s historic landmarks. fur /fur/ [noun] – the soft, dense hair covering the body of some animals The rabbit’s fur was soft and fluffy. urgent /UR-juhnt/ [adjective] – very important and needing attention immediately The doctor said the injury was urgent and…
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Parent-led initiative tackles student transportation challenges in Chicago

2024年12月30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 sharing rides with others is a good idea? Do you think there are problems with traditional school buses? 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。 transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the movement of people or goods from one place to another The bus is the most common form of transportation in the city. alternative /awl-TUR-nuh-tiv/ [noun] – a choice or option that can be used instead of something else Walking is an alternative to taking the bus. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – refers to a digital service or application,…
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NEWBrew introduces recycled beer as a solution to global water challenges

2024年12月29日

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©(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 think water conservation is important in your country? Can you imagine a world where recycled water is used in many products? 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。 discussion /dih-SKUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of talking about something in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas The students had a lively discussion about their favorite books. recycled /ruh-SAI-kld/ [adjective] – having been used before and then put through a process so that it can form a new product The company uses recycled materials to…
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Kite making in Gujarat benefits the economy but causes problems

2024年12月28日

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©REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo 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 celebrate festivals? Have you heard of sustainability? 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。 handcraft /HAND-KRAFT/ [verb] – to make something by hand, usually with skill I like to handcraft my own greeting cards for special occasions. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – severe in effect; bad The storm caused serious damage to the town’s infrastructure. available /uh-VEY-luh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be obtained or accessed The books you requested are available at the library. sharp /shahrp/ [adjective] – having a fine edge or point; capable of…
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Two critically endangered North Atlantic right whales entangled in fishing gear off Massachusetts coast

2024年12月27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 animals that are endangered at risk of disappearing? Can the disappearance of an endangered species cause problems? 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。 individual /in-duh-VIJ-oo-uhl/ [noun] – a single person or thing, considered separately from others Each individual whale has unique markings. trapped /trapt/ [adjective] – unable to move or escape The trapped bird couldn’t escape from the net. survey /sur-VEY/ [noun] – an investigation or examination conducted to gather information The team completed a survey to measure the health of the forest. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – very…
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Germany and France launch high-speed train service to strengthen EU ties and promote eco-friendly travel

2024年12月26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 high-speed trains? Are there advantages to using trains compared to cars or airplanes? 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。 service /SUR-vis/ [noun] – a system or process for providing something, like transportation, for people The restaurant offers great service to its customers. option /OP-shuhn/ [noun] – a choice or alternative I have the option to take the bus or walk. journey /JUR-nee/ [noun] – the act of traveling from one place to another The journey to the beach was long but fun. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb]…
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Rio de Janeiro barber battle celebrates craftsmanship and creativity

2024年12月25日

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©REUTERS/Aline Massuca 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 country often follow the latest hairstyle trends? Do you prefer modern hairstyles over traditional 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。 take place /teyk pleys/ [phrasal verb] – to happen The meeting will take place tomorrow at 10 AM. profession /pruh-FESH-uhn/ [noun] – any type of work that needs special training or a particular skill, often one that is respected because it involves a high level of education She chose a profession in law after completing her studies. broad /brawd/ [adjective] – very…
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