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Flying squirrel colony found in unexpected university tree removal mission

2024年7月9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。 Have you ever heard about flying squirrels? Have you ever visited a place where you could observe wildlife closely? 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。 university /yoo-nuh-VER-si-tee/ [noun] – a school that offers courses leading to a degree (such as a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree) and where research is done She plans to attend a university in New York to study engineering. team /teem/ [noun] – refers to a group of people working together Our team won the basketball game last night. squirrel /SKWUR-uhl/ [noun] – a small…
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Venus shows more volcanic activity than previously thought

2024年7月8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 it is important for scientists to continuously update their knowledge and understanding of space exploration findings? Are you familiar with any planets? 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。 previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else She had read the previous chapters of the book before attending the lecture. active /AK-tiv/ [adjective] – currently erupting or showing signs of volcanic activity The seismic activity indicated that the region’s volcanoes were becoming more active, prompting evacuation preparations. flow /floh/ [noun] – the movement…
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Rising rip current incidents prompt safety warnings across U.S. beaches

2024年7月7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 what rip currents are? Are rip currents dangerous for swimmers? 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。 annually /AN-yoo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – happening once every year The festival is held annually in August. account for /uh-KOUNT for/ [phrasal verb] – to explain or justify something, or to be a particular amount or part of something Sales of this product account for 30% of our revenue. advise /ad-VYZ/ [verb] – to give someone advice or to suggest something I would advise you to take a jacket; it might rain…
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Historic tall ship showcases Italian culture globally

2024年7月6日

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©REUTERS/Jose Manuel Ribeiro/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。 Have you ever ridden a ship? Would you like to experience different cultures and cuisines at various ports? 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。 sail /seyl/ [noun] – the large sheets of fabric attached to the masts of a ship We watched in amazement as the sails filled with wind and expanded in the strong breeze sailor /SEY-ler/ [noun] – a person who works on a ship or boat, especially one who is responsible for the operation and navigation of the vessel She became a…
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Ancient pig-like mammal reveals brain evolution beginnings

2024年7月5日

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©Scott Reid/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。 Do you think early forms of life often significantly evolve over time? Are you interested in learning about ancient mammals? 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。 desert /DEZ-ert/ [noun] – an area, often covered with sand or rocks, where there is very little rain and not many plants Cacti and camels are adapted to survive in the harsh conditions of the desert. rainy /REY-nee/ [adjective] – raining a lot Last week was unusually rainy, with showers almost every day. model /MOD-l/ [noun] – a simple…
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AI revolutionizes healthcare for Japan’s beloved cats

2024年7月4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 have a pet? Would you say that owning a pet is very challenging? 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。 stressful /STRES-fuhl/ [adjective] – making you feel worried and nervous The exam period was very stressful for all the students. accurate /AK-yer-it/ [adjective] – correct, exact, and without any mistakes The weather forecast for today was accurate, predicting sunshine all day. owner /OH-ner/ [noun] – someone who owns something The owner of the restaurant greeted all the customers warmly. hope /hohp/ [verb] – to want something to happen…
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Senior breakdancing takes center stage in Japan ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

2024年7月3日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon 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 familiar with breakdancing? Have you ever considered watching the Olympics in person? 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 /trak/ [noun] – the rails and roadbed that trains run on The maintenance crew worked tirelessly to repair the track after the storm washed out a section of it. fitness /FIT-nis/ [noun] – the condition of being physically strong and healthy Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good fitness throughout life. routine /roo-TEEN/ [noun] – a set sequence of movements or actions…
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Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts

2024年7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。 What is the Iberian lynx and where does it live? Do you think the survival of endangered species like the Iberian lynx is important? 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。 extinct /ex-TINCT/ [adjective] – no longer in existence; having died out The dodo bird is an example of a species that is now extinct. source /sors/ [noun] – a place, person, or thing from which something comes or can be obtained The library is a good source of information for your research project. adult /uh-DULT/ [noun] – a fully…
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New fossil discovery sheds light on pre-dinosaur predators in Brazil

2024年7月1日

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©Rodrigo Temp Muller/Handout via REUTERS/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。 Have you ever seen a crocodile in person? Are you interested in studying prehistoric life? 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。 ago /uh-GOH/ [adverb] – back in time from the present She visited the museum two weeks ago. length /lengkth/ [noun] – the measurement of something from end to end or along its longest side Please measure the length of the table before buying a tablecloth. branch /branch/ [noun] – a division or part of a larger group, especially a family, connected in…
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Los Angeles schools vote to ban smartphones for learning and health

2024年6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。 Is it beneficial for students to have access to smartphones during classroom learning? Should schools implement strict policies regarding student use of electronic devices? 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。 require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary The new policy will require all employees to undergo safety training annually. within /with-IN/ [preposition] – inside or not further than an area or period of time The package is expected to arrive within two days. locker /LOK-er/ [noun] – a cupboard, often tall and made of metal,…
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