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Egg prices rise due to bird flu and holiday demand

2024年11月30日

Eggs

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’s your favorite dish that uses eggs? Which do you prefer: white eggs or brown eggs? 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。 price /prahys/ [noun] – the amount of money for which something is sold The prices of electronic gadgets have increased due to high demand during the holiday season. demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the desire or need for something, especially a product or service, within a market There is a high demand for organic vegetables in the local market. temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – not lasting or needed for…
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Disney’s “Moana 2” embarks on a new journey of legacy, friendship, and cultural discovery

2024年11月29日

Moana

©REUTERS/Marco Garcia 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’s your favorite Disney movie? Which do you prefer: watching movies at home or at the cinema? 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。 movie /MOO-vee/ [noun] – a film shown in a cinema or on television and often telling a story We watched a thrilling action movie last weekend. colorful /KUHL-er-fuhl/ [adjective] – having bright or various colors The children painted a colorful mural on the wall. leader /LEE-der/ [noun] – a person who directs or guides a group, organization, or country The leader of the team…
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Duct-taped banana artwork sets record with $6.2 million sale

2024年11月28日

Comedian

©REUTERS/Eva Marie Uzcategui/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。 Is art more about skill or creativity? Do you think modern art is easier to understand than traditional 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。 consist /kuhn-SIST/ [verb] – to be made up of or composed of something The committee consists of five members. value /VAL-yoo/ [noun] – the amount of money that can be received for something The antique painting was appraised at a value of $500,000. responsible /ri-SPON-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – having an obligation to do something or being accountable for something He is…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

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 storms that cause heavy rain and strong winds? Do people stay safe during storms with heavy rainfall and strong winds? 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。 strike /strahyk/ [verb] – to hit or attack someone or something forcefully A strong storm will strike the coast tomorrow. warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] – a statement or event that tells someone about a possible danger The teacher gave a warning about the upcoming test. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time but not exactly The…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

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 experienced a typhoon in your area? Is it possible to solve climate change? 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。 rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual; unusual or uncommon It was a rare occasion when the entire team was able to meet together. typhoon /tahy-FOON/ [noun] – a tropical storm or cyclone in the Western Pacific or Indian Ocean The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal regions. directly /dih-REKT-lee/ [adverb] – in a direct manner; without intervening or secondary steps She spoke directly to…
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USDA introduces policy to eliminate transaction fees for eligible students in school meal programs

2024年11月25日

Cris (3)

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 programs that provide free or reduced-price school meals? Have you ever used a cashless payment system to buy something? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something into use or operation for the first time The teacher will introduce a new topic today. reduced /ri-DOOST/ [adjective] – made smaller or less in size, amount, or degree This store sells clothes at reduced prices. charge /chahrj/ [noun] – the amount of money that you have to pay for something, especially for…
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South Korea’s ‘morphing wheel’ revolutionizes mobility with adaptive design

2024年11月24日

morph

©Reuters TV/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。 Are you interested in robotics? Do you think robots could change the way we live? 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。 handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to manage or deal with something I need to handle the customer’s complaint carefully to avoid further issues. switch /swich/ [verb] – to change or exchange something for another The software can switch between different languages. mobility /moh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to move or walk around freely His mobility was restricted due to the injury. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a…
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Japanese nail artist combines creativity with environmental action

2024年11月23日

manicurist

©REUTERS/Manami Yamada 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 people should do more to protect the environment? Have you ever bought a product made from recycled materials? 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。 former /FAWR-mer/ [adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past The former president gave an inspiring speech at the event. disc /disk/ [noun] – flat, circular object, typically made of a hard material, used for various purposes The computer stored files on a small, circular disc. attach /uh-TACH/ [verb] – to fasten,…
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Scientists find ways to protect bees from pesticides with new supplement

2024年11月22日

Bees

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 pesticides are important for farming? Is it important to reduce the use of harmful chemicals in farming? 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。 contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part This recipe contains a lot of spices to enhance the flavor. benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [noun] – a helpful or good effect, or something intended to help Regular exercise has many health benefits. tube /toob/ [noun] – cylindrical containers, typically made of a flexible material The hospital used a tube to…
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Adventurer reaches Japan after epic 46,000-kilometer trek

2024年11月21日

fukuoka

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 use social media to share your travel experiences? Would you prefer traveling by train or by plane? 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。 tourism /TOOR-iz-uhm/ [noun] – the activity of traveling for pleasure or business Many countries rely on tourism as a major source of income. incredible /in-KRED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – difficult to believe; extraordinary She gave an incredible performance during the concert. camel /KAM-uhl/ [noun] – a large animal with a long neck, that lives in the desert and has one or two humps (large raised areas…
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