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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly

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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 asteroids are? Do you think space exploration is exciting? 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。 attention /uh-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – notice, thought, or interest given to someone or something The teacher asked for the class’s attention before giving instructions. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – a small rocky object that orbits the Sun, mostly found between Mars and Jupiter An asteroid hit the ocean millions of years ago. region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a particular area or part of a place, country, or world The desert is the hottest…
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Genetic discovery shapes human speech evolution

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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。 Would you like to learn how animals talk to each other? Have you ever tried to communicate without using words? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to examine or investigate something thoroughly Scientists have long explored how climate change affects animal migration patterns. development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of growth, change, or improvement The development of renewable energy has helped reduce pollution. language /LANG-gwij/ [noun] – a system of communication used by people in a particular country or community Learning a new language can…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.

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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 small earthquakes can still cause damage? Would you want to learn more about why earthquakes happen? 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 or violently: The strong wind may strike the trees and break some branches. coast /kohst/ [noun] – the land next to the sea We walked along the coast and saw the ocean. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom The lake has a depth of ten…
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Beluga calf born at Shedd Aquarium after four years

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©(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) 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 baby animals need special care after they are born? Would you like to help choose a name for a baby animal? 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。 team /teem/ [noun] – a group of people or animals working together toward a common goal The soccer team practiced every day to prepare for the big tournament. diver /DAHY-ver/ [noun] – a person who swims underwater, usually with special equipment. Divers explored the coral reef to study the marine life. difficult /DIF-i-kuhlt/ [adjective] – hard…
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Oldest rhinoceros in the United States passes away at Tennessee zoo

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©(Amy Smotherman Burgess/Zoo Knoxville via AP) 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 rhinoceros in a zoo or on TV? Do you think some animals live longer in zoos than in the wild? 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。 specialized /SPESH-uh-lahyzd/ [adjective] – designed for a particular purpose or specific group The hospital provided specialized treatment for children with rare diseases. arrive /uh-RAHYV/ [verb] – to reach a place or destination The famous author arrived at the book signing event and greeted his fans. calf /kaf/ [noun] – a young of…
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Germany tests deep geothermal drilling in Geretsried for carbon-free energy

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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 there benefits to using natural energy sources like the sun, wind, or heat from the Earth? Are some countries trying to stop using fossil fuels? 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。 advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the development or improvement of something The advancement of medicine helps people live longer. commercial /kuh-MUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to business and making money They built a new commercial center with many stores. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new ideas or methods The company made an innovative phone with a flexible screen. system…
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Rare black wolves spotted in Polish forest, raising conservation interest

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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 seen a wolf in a movie or book? Do you think wolves are 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。 stream /streem/ [noun] – a small, narrow river A herd of deer cautiously crossed the stream in the national park. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – not common or ordinary; different from what is usual It was unusual to see a peacock walking through the city streets. fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick, soft hair covering the skin of animals The cat’s fur became fluffier in the winter….
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Food color shapes perception

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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 bright colors make food look more delicious? Have you ever avoided a food because of its color? 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。 century /noun/ [SEN-chuh-ree] – a period of 100 years In the 20th century, technology advanced rapidly, changing how people communicated. attractive /uh-TRAK-tiv/ [adjective] – pleasing or appealing to the senses or mind The city built an attractive park with colorful flowers and fountains. seem /seem/ [verb] – to give the impression of being something He seems tired. judge /juhj/ [verb] – to form…
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Weight-loss medications show potential in managing unhealthy cravings

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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 medications used to help people lose weight? Have you ever tried to stop eating a favorite snack? 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。 funded /FUHN-duhd/ [adjective] – provided with money for a specific purpose The school received a funded project to buy new books. investigate /in-VES-ti-geyt/ [verb] – to examine something carefully to learn the facts The police will investigate the missing phone. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount or importance He ate a substantial breakfast before school. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to…
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Scientists uncover secret to boiling the perfect egg

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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 cooking is more about skill or following steps? Would you be willing to wait longer for a better-cooked egg? 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。 temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – a measure of how hot or cold something is The researchers measured the temperature of the ocean to track climate changes. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something Scientists are testing a new method for recycling plastic waste efficiently. involve /in-VOLV/ [verb] – to include something as a necessary part The training program involves…
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