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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 hurricane is? Can you think of any recent or historical hurricanes that have made headlines? 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。 expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – someone who has a particular skill or knows a lot about a particular subject Sarah is an expert in gardening and can answer all your questions about plants. storm /stawrm/ [noun] – a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds, rain, thunder, lightning, or snow We had to cancel our picnic because of the approaching storm. El Nino…
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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 solar storm is? Can a solar storm be predicted? 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。 nearly /NEER-lee / [adverb] – almost, not quite I’ve nearly finished my homework; I just need a few more minutes. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – not normal, uncommon It’s unusual to see snow in this part of the country. further /FUR-ther/ [adverb ] – to a greater degree or extent; additionally Please move further down the line to make space for others. fortunately /FAWR-chuh-nit-lee / [adverb] – by good fortune;…
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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 solar storm is? Do you think solar storms are predictable events? 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。 warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] – a statement or event that alerts people to possible danger or trouble The weather forecast issued a warning about the incoming storm. spectacle /SPEK-tuh-kuhl/ [noun] – a visually striking performance or display The fireworks show was a spectacular spectacle in the night sky. London /LUN-duhn/ [noun] – the capital city of England and the United Kingdom London is famous for its historical landmarks…
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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 or heard about the baobab tree? Have you ever participated in tree-planting or conservation activities? 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。 recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting from a short time ago The recent rainfall has helped revive the dry crops in the fields. manage /MAN-ij/ [verb] – to succeed in doing or dealing with something, especially something difficult She managed to finish the project on time despite the tight deadline. seed /seed/ [noun] – a small, usually hard part of a plant from…
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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 an orangutan in person? Do you think humans and animals have similar problem-solving abilities? 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。 rainforest /REYN-fawr-ist/ [noun] – a forest in a tropical area that receives a lot of rain The Amazon rainforest is home to a vast array of wildlife and plants. property /PROP-er-tee/ [noun] – special qualities or characteristics of something The soap has moisturizing properties that keep the skin soft and smooth. publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to make information available to people, especially in a book,…
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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 tried plant-based foods? Do you think plant-based foods will become more common in the future? 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。 contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The document contains important information about the new policy. development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the process in which someone or something grows or changes and becomes more advanced The development of technology has significantly impacted our daily lives, making tasks more efficient and accessible. documentary /dok-yuh-MEN-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a type of film or…
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