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Lego to build a new $1 billion factory in Vietnam

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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。 Did you play with Lego bricks when you were a kid? What is the most popular toy among children in your country right now? 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。 facility /fuh-SIL-i-tee / [noun] – a place, especially including buildings, where a particular activity happens Our university recently opened a new research facility. increase /in-KREES/ [verb] – to (make something) become larger in amount or size: The restaurant’s customers are increasing. region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a particular area or part of the world, or any of the large official…
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Tomb Raider: Celebrating 25 years of gaming icon Lara Croft

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©BBC via SQUARE ENIX 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 are some popular video games in your country? Who is your favorite video game character? 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。 develop /dih-VEL-uhp / [verb] – to invent something or bring something into existence My uncle developed his own company in the 1980s. publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to produce and sell a book, magazine, or newspaper Rupert’s dream is to publish a comic book. adventure /ad-VEN-cher/ [noun] – an unusual, exciting, and possibly dangerous activity, such as a trip or experience I would like…
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Twitter’s new privacy policy removes unconsented content

Twitter's new privacy policy removes unconsented content

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 have a Twitter account? How much time do you spend on social media? 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。 rule /rool/ [noun] – a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, and others We must always follow the school rules. permission /per-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – if someone is given permission to do something, they are allowed to do it You need to ask your dad’s permission before you can go with us. private /PRAHY-vit/ [adjective] – only for one person…
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900 employees laid off via Zoom call

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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 currently have a job? What was your dream job? 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。 unlucky /uhn-LUHK-ee/ [adjective] – not lucky This has been an unlucky year for me. employment /em-PLOI-muhnt/ [noun] – the fact of someone being paid to work for a company or organization My sister was offered employment in the sales department. immediately /ih-MEE-dee-it-lee/ [adverb] – now or without waiting or thinking He fell asleep immediately after coming home from school. benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [noun] – (usually plural) something such as a pension or health…
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Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima

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©University of Georgia 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 a wild animal? Do you think you are friendly to the environment? 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。 population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people or animals of a particular type or group who live in one country, area, or place The elephant population is declining. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [noun] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time The scientists finally discovered a cure for the disease. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause harm You…
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Japan’s traditional way of starting anew

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© Shirokiya Denbe in Tokyo’s Chuo Ward via The Mainichi 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 Christmas? What do you usually do to prepare for the new year? 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – happening or doing something often Regular use of body lotion will keep the skin soft. dustpan /DUHST-pan/ [noun] – a flat container with a handle into which you brush dust and dirt Please bring the broom and dustpan over here. dye /dahy/ [noun] – a liquid substance for changing the color of things Next,…
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New Zealand to reopen to travelers who have been vaccinated

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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 like traveling? Where would you like to travel? 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。 border /BAWR-der/ [noun] – a line that has been agreed to divide one country from another The train travels across the French-Spanish border. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening You’re not allowed to talk during the exam. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary Skiing at 80 mph requires complete attention. approach /uh-PROHCH/ [noun] – a…
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Elle magazine to stop using animal fur in its publications worldwide

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©BBC via Getty Images 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 read lifestyle magazines? What is your favorite clothing store? 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。 fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick hair that covers the bodies of some animals, or the hair-covered skin(s) of animals, removed from their bodies The child was afraid to touch the dog’s fur. conference /KON-fer-uhns,/ [noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally Greg…
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The man who is transforming towns into massive sponges

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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 experienced a flooding incident? Do you recycle used things at home? 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。 edge /ej/ [noun] – the outer or farthest point of something He applied pink frosting around the edge of the cake, architecture /AHR-ki-tek-cher/ [noun] – the art and practice of designing and making buildings This is an example of 1900s architecture. landscape /LAND-skeyp/ [noun] – a large area of countryside, usually one without many buildings or other things that are not natural He felt great awe for the landscape. worth…
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Dubai opens world’s first, highest 360-degree infinity pool

Dubai opens world's highest 360-degree infinity pool

©AURA Skypool Lounge via CNN 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。 In which hotel have you recently stayed? Do you usually swim at hotels pools? 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。 recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago She won recently in a singing contest. locate /loh-KEYT/ [verb] – to be in a particular place The park is located near the school. session /SESH-uhn/ [noun] – a period of time or meeting arranged for a particular activity Tomorrow will be my last therapy session for my…
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