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The fascinating story of Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting

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©Alamy 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 painted a picture? Who is your favorite painter? 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。 wonder /WUHN-der/ [noun] – an object that causes a feeling of great surprise and admiration The Great Wall of China is one of the seven wonders of the world, attracting millions of visitors each year. lover /LUHV-er/ [noun] – someone with a strong liking for something Emily is a book lover and spends most of her free time reading novels and exploring different genres at the local library. importance /im-PAWR-tns/ [noun]…
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Virgin Galactic, Italian Air Force partner for commercial space mission

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©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ 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 commercial space missions? If you had the opportunity, would you go on one? 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。 military /MIL-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – relating to or belonging to the armed forces The General is a decorated military veteran, having served in several overseas deployments and earned numerous accolades for bravery. partnership /PAHRT-ner-ship/ [noun] – the state of being a partner The international organizations formed a global partnership to address climate change and implement sustainable development practices worldwide. advance /ad-VANS/ [verb] – to go or…
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Facebook Messenger’s new parental controls enhance child safety

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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 parents should have access to their children’s Messenger? Would you feel safe if your parents had access to your 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。 limit /LIM-it/ [verb] – to control something so that it is not greater than a particular amount, number, or level The doctor advised me to limit my caffeine intake to two cups of coffee per day for better health. access /AK-ses/ [noun] – the right or opportunity to use or look at something The password-protected website requires a username…
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Why are orcas suddenly ramming boats?

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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 recently encountered or observed orcas ramming boats in your area? Do you believe that environmental factors, such as pollution or changes in prey availability, could be contributing to orcas ramming boats? 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。 whale /weyl/ [noun] – a very large sea mammal that breathes air through a hole at the top of its head Whales are enormous creatures that live in the ocean and swim gracefully through the water. crash /krash/ [verb] – If a vehicle crashes or someone crashes it, it is…
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Heatwaves in parts of Asia push human life to the edge of survival

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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 you familiar with heatwaves? Do you think heatwaves can put humans in danger? 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。 severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – causing very great pain, difficulty, worry, damage, etc.; very serious The region experienced a severe drought, leading to water shortages and crop failures. crisis /KRAHY-sis/ [noun] – a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering The political crisis resulted in widespread protests and calls for government reform. responsibility /ri-spon-suh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – something that it is your job or duty to deal with It is the…
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New Zealand plans to eliminate rats for wildlife conservation

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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 personally like rats? Do you believe that rats serve no purpose in the ecosystem? 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。 protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or something safe from injury, damage, or loss The lifeguard’s duty is to protect swimmers from any potential dangers in the water. remove /ri-MOOV/ [ri-MOOV] – to take something or someone away from somewhere, or off something Sarah carefully removed the dirty dishes from the table and placed them in the sink for washing. succeed /suhk-SEED/ [verb] – If you…
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Finland’s innovative solution for nuclear waste

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©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。 Have you ever studied the environmental impact of nuclear waste? Do you believe that nuclear waste poses a significant threat to human health and 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed It is important to recycle paper and plastic bottles to reduce waste and protect the environment. environment /en-VAHY-ruhn-muhnt/ [noun] – the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals, and…
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Race against extinction: Indochina leopards need immediate protection

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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 a leopard is? Do you think leopards are important to the ecosystem? 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。 leopard /LEP-erd/ [noun] – a large wild cat that has yellow fur with black spots on it and lives in Africa and southern Asia The leopard, with its distinctive spotted coat, is a stealthy and agile predator known for its ability to climb trees and ambush its prey. illegal /ih-LEE-guhl/ [adjective] – not allowed by law Poaching elephants for their ivory tusks is an illegal activity that…
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Chick-fil-A pilots novel drive-thru concept with urban planning principles

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©Chick-fil-A 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 ordered food from a drive-thru? Would you be willing to wait 45 minutes for a drive-thru transaction? 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。 concept /KON-sept/ [noun] – a principle or idea The concept of gravity explains the force that attracts objects toward each other and governs the motion of celestial bodies. suburb /SUHB-urb / [noun] – an area on the edge of a large town or city where people who work in the town or city often live Sarah grew up in a quiet suburb, surrounded…
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Elton John’s unforgettable farewell at Glastonbury

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©BBC 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 attending concerts? Do you have a favorite musician or performer? 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 Steve recently started a new job as a basketball coach. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money Anna has been working hard to build her career in modeling. mention /MEN-shuhn /…
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