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Amazon to bet big on ChatGPT tech

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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 Amazon? How about ChatGPT? Do you think AI chatbots are useful? 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。 keep up /KEEP-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to continue something without allowing it to stop or change The company needs to keep up with the latest technology to remain competitive. power /POU-er/ [verb] – to provide something with the energy it needs to operate The solar panels power our home with clean energy. amount /uh-MOUNT/ [noun] – a collection or mass, especially of something that cannot be counted I…
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Meta reports increased user growth but declining profits

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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 use Facebook or Instagram? Do you think social media platforms should make use of artificial intelligence? 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。 expect /ik-SPEKT/ [verb] – to think or believe something will happen, or someone will arrive You should expect some traffic on your way to the airport, especially during rush hour. decrease /dih-KREES/ [verb] – to become less, or to make something become less People need to decrease their use of plastic to help protect the environment. ad /ad/ [noun] – an advertisement The ad on…
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Unlocking Earth’s secrets

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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 wondered what lies beneath the Earth’s surface? Do you think it’s possible to uncover all of the earth’s secrets? 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。 depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance down either from the top of something to the bottom, or to a distance below the top surface of something The diver went down to a depth of 30 meters to explore the sunken ship. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The water bottle can contain up…
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Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?

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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 thought about the environmental impact of using plastic versus glass products? Do you think that using glass products is more environmentally friendly than using plastic products? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The new product that my company launched last month is selling really well in the market. ripple effect /RIP-uhl ih-FEKT/ [idiom] – a…
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‘Godfather of AI’ quits Google, warns public of its potential danger

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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 artificial intelligence? Do you think artificial intelligence is dangerous? 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。 cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad A lack of communication can cause misunderstandings and conflicts in a relationship. false /fawls / [adjective] – not real, but made to look or seem real The advertisement promised a false claim that the product could cure all illnesses. departure /dih-PAHR-cher / [noun] – the fact of a person or vehicle, etc. leaving somewhere Her departure from the party…
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Ocean Census eyes discovery of new marine species

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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 the animals that live in the ocean? Do you think it is important to protect our oceans? 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。 ocean /OH-shuhn/ [noun] – the large mass of salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface Sharks are commonly found in the ocean, but they usually don’t bother humans. creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – any large or small living thing that can move independently Creatures such as insects and spiders are an important part of the ecosystem. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an…
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Get inspired with awe-inspiring home facades

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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 exterior design an important aspect of a building’s overall appearance? Is it possible to improve the exterior design of an existing building without major renovations? 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。 ordinary /AWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – not different or special or unexpected in any way; usual My sister likes to wear ordinary clothes like t-shirts and jeans when she goes to school. bold /bohld / [adjective] – strong in color or shape, and very noticeable to the eye My aunt bought a bold red dress to wear to the…
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The rise of understated yet luxurious style

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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 of this understated yet luxurious style before? Do you prefer understated fashion over bold, attention-grabbing fashion? 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。 keep up with /keep uhp with / [phrasal verb] – to do whatever is necessary to stay level or equal with someone or something It can be difficult to keep up with the latest fashion trends, as they are always changing. trend /trend/ [noun] – a new development in clothing, makeup, etc. Brightly colored hair is a popular trend among young people these…
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Japanese company’s private moon landing likely ended in crash

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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 ever dream of going to the moon someday? Do you think humans will soon be able to make longer visits to the moon? 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。 private /PRAHY-vit/ [adjective] – controlled or paid for by a person or company and not by the government The private hospital offers personalized healthcare services that are not available in government-run hospitals. communication /kuh-myoo-ni-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of communicating with people Talking and listening to each other is important for good communication. robot /ROH-bot/ [noun] – a…
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Recovering lost treasures and advocating for preservation

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©Metropolitan Museum of Art 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 believe that lost treasures should be recovered or left undiscovered? Do you think that the recovery of lost treasures can help us learn more about history? 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。 cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society Learning a new language can help you understand different cultural traditions. despite /dih-SPAHYT / [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite the rain, we went to the park…
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