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©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/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。 When you think of ancient civilization, what words come to mind? Are you interested in learning about unique findings that challenge conventional views of ancient civilizations? 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。 site /sahyt/ [noun] – a place where something specific (such as an event or artifact) occurs or is found Researchers identified several potential excavation sites in the valley. deafness /DEF-nuhs/ [noun] – the quality of being unable to hear, either completely or partly Despite her deafness, she became an accomplished musician, relying on vibrations…
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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 do you think of when you hear the term space exploration? Do you believe space exploration has advantages? 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。 achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something that has been accomplished successfully, especially through effort and skill His graduation from university was a significant achievement for him and his family. earthquake /UHRTH-kweyk/ [noun] – a sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often causing great destruction The earthquake shook the entire city, causing buildings to collapse. volcanic /vahl-KAN-ik/ [adjective] – related to or produced by volcanoes…
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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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©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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