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China’s exports surge 8.7% in August amid sluggish domestic economy

2024年9月15日

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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。 Does government policy cause a weak economy? Does a decrease in imports contribute to a weak economy? 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。 strong /strawng/ [adjective] – effective; of a good quality or level and likely to be successful She has a strong voice that can be heard from far away. low /loh/ [adjective] – below the usual or expected level or amount The water level in the lake is low this summer because of the lack of rain. drop /drop/ [verb] – to move to a lower level,…
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Greece to impose cruise ship tax on popular islands to combat overtourism

2024年9月14日

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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 been to Greece? What one word comes to mind when you think of Greece? 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。 tax /taks/ [noun] – a required payment to the government, often used to fund public services and infrastructure The government introduced a new tax on luxury cars to increase revenue. permanent /PUR-muh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – lasting or intended to last indefinitely without change The permanent residents of the small town enjoy a quiet and peaceful lifestyle throughout the year. peak season /peek SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the time of…
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Ancient Roman tombs with mythological murals to open in Southern Israel’s new educational park

2024年9月13日

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©AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg 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 historical sites help us understand past cultures and societies? Are conservation projects important for preserving our history and 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。 educational /ej-oo-KEY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to the process of educating or the quality of being educational This book is very educational for young students. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or assets; rich The wealthy family lives in a big house. city /SIT-ee/ [noun] – a large town with many buildings and people She moved…
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National Animal Disease Center tackles bird flu outbreak in U.S. dairy cows

2024年9月12日

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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。 Can diseases in animals impact people? Have you heard of bird flu? 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。 handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of She is handling the customer complaints with great patience. flu /floo/ [noun] – a common infectious illness that causes fever and headache He caught the flu and had to stay home from work for a week. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of things that are happening and the conditions that exist at a particular time…
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US job openings hit lowest level since early 2021

2024年9月11日

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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 a “layoff” when workers are let go because of budget cuts? Are jobs in technology and manufacturing at high risk of layoffs? 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。 early /UR-lee/ [adjective] – happening or done before the expected time She arrived at the party early to help set up. hiring /HAI-ur-uhng/ [noun] – the act of offering someone a job. We need to speed up the hiring. unemployed /uhn-em-PLOID/ [adjective] – not having a job He is currently unemployed and looking for work. worker /WUR-ker/ [noun] – a…
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UK visa numbers for health workers and student families drop due to new restrictions

2024年9月10日

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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 studying in another country? Do you believe that working in a different country offers valuable life experiences? 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。 visa /VEE-zuh/ [noun] – an official document or mark made in a passport that allows you to enter or leave a particular country He applied for a tourist visa to visit France during the summer holidays. previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else She couldn’t attend the meeting because she had a previous engagement. reduce /ri-DOOS/…
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NASA delays astronaut return to Earth due to spacecraft issues

2024年9月9日

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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 astronauts or mission control teams have a specific protocol for responding when a spacecraft experiences a serious technical problem? Are technical issues in spacecraft more challenging to resolve than problems on Earth? 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。 risky /RIS-kee/ [adjective] – involving the possibility of something bad happening The climb was risky due to the slippery rocks. technical /TEK-ni-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the practical use of machines or science in industry He gave a technical explanation of how the machine works. difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the…
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Clooney and Pitt reunite at Venice Film Festival

2024年9月8日

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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 international film festivals have a purpose? Have you ever watched a film that was featured in an international film festival? 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。 discuss /dih-SKUHS/ [verb] – to talk about something with someone Students discuss their homework with each other after class. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz / [verb] – to give special attention to something The coach emphasizes teamwork during practice sessions. cooperate /koh-OP-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to work together with others for a common goal The group members cooperate to finish the project on time. importance /im-PAWR-tns/…
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Silent sports capture attention at the Paris Paralympics

2024年9月7日

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©(AP Photo/Felix Scheyer) 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 watched the Paralympic Games? Have you heard about the different sports featured in the Paralympics? 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。 silence /SAHY-luhns/ [noun] – a period without any sound; complete quiet After the meeting, there was an awkward silence in the room. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give support, confidence, or hope to someone She decided to encourage her friend to pursue his dream of becoming an artist. permit /per-MIT/ [verb] – to allow or give permission for something The restaurant permits pets…
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Climate change impacts cabbage quality in South Korea, affecting kimchi production

2024年9月6日

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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 eaten kimchi? Does your country have a similar dish to kimchi? 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。 rising /RAHY-zing/ [adjective] – increasing in height, level, or intensity The rising temperature is causing the ice to melt faster than usual. cucumber /KYOO-kuhm-ber/ [noun] – a long, thin, pale green vegetable with dark green skin, usually eaten uncooked in salads She sliced the cucumber for the fresh summer salad. drop /drop/ [verb] – to fall or decrease in amount or level The temperature is expected to drop significantly…
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