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New reproductive technique helps eight babies avoid genetic diseases

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©(Newcastle Fertility Centre, Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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。 Do you think new science and technology can help people live healthier lives? Do you think scientists should always tell people about possible risks before using new methods? 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。 method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a way of doing something; a process or system used to achieve a result Doctors in Japan used a new method to help people see better after eye surgery. healthy /HEL-thee/ [adjective] – not sick; strong and well The new program…
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Australian dolphins use sponges as hunting tools, study finds

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©(Meredith MacQueeney / Shark Bay Dolphin Research Project 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。 Do you like learning new skills? Do you think animals can learn from their parents? 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。 hunt /huhnt/ [verb] – to search for and try to catch or kill animals for food The lion uses its sharp eyes to hunt animals in the grass. softball /SAWFT-bawl/ [noun] – a round ball used in the game of softball, larger than a baseball The children played catch with a softball in the park. style /stahyl/ [noun]…
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Coca-Cola plans cane sugar option as consumers shift to zero-sugar drinks

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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 like drinking soda? Do you think about health when you choose drinks? 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。 sweetener /SWEET-n-er/ [noun] – a substance that makes food or drinks taste sweet The new coffee shop uses a natural sweetener in its drinks. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to say or show that something is true or correct The school will confirm the date of the school trip next week. detail /dih-TEYL/ [noun] – a small piece of information about something The teacher gave us the details about the…
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Hungarian abbey launches major effort to save historic books from beetles

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©(Pannonhalma Archabbey 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 very old book or object? Would you like to work in a museum or library one day? 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 important happens or exists The government will build a new hospital on the old factory site. library /LAHY-brer-ee/ [noun] – a place where people can read, borrow, or keep books I went to the library to borrow a book about animals. dried /drahyd/ [adjective] – with all or most…
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Traditional Japanese preserved dish continues in historic Tokyo district

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©(AP Photo/Yuri Kageyama) 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 like trying food from other countries? Do you think it is fun to learn how food was made in the past? 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。 shop /shop/ [noun] – a place where people buy or sell goods My aunt owns a small flower shop near the train station. quickly /KWIK-lee/ [adverb] – in a fast way or without delay The children cleaned their room quickly before their guests arrived. amount /uh-MOUNT/ [noun] – a quantity or number of something We used small…
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India accelerates shift to renewable energy amid growing power demand and climate concerns

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©AP Photo/Manish Swarup, File 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 learned about renewable energy before? Do you know what kind of energy India used most in the past? 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。 cheap /cheep/ [adjective] – costing little money or less than is usual or expected The shoes were cheap at the market. factory /FAK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a building or set of buildings where large amounts of goods are made My uncle works in a car factory. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential for life. government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/…
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Lovebugs swarm South Korea in July

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©Im Soon-shuck/Yonhap 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 large group of insects outside? Do you know any insects that help flowers or plants? 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。 lovebug /LUHV-buhg/ [noun] – a small black insect that flies in pairs and often appears in large numbers Lovebugs fly in pairs during the warm season. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – a strong effect or influence on something The storm had a big impact on the town. challenging /CHAL-in-jing/ [adjective] – difficult in a way that is interesting or enjoyable…
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Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis

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©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File 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 watched an acrobat perform in person or on TV? Have you ever seen someone fall while doing a performance or sport? 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。 famous /FEY-muhs/ [adjective] – known and recognized by many people That town is famous for its big summer fireworks show. problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a situation that causes difficulties I had a problem with my bike on the way home. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people That singer is popular…
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Mobile phone inventor predicts health-tracking features in future devices

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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 mobile phones been used by your family for a long time? Have you ever used mobile phones for more than just calling? 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。 common /COM-uhn/ [adjective] – happening often or found in many places Rain is common in April in many countries. entertainment /en-ter-TEYN-muhnt/ [noun] – shows, movies, games, or fun things that people enjoy The park has music and games for entertainment. powerful /POU-er-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a lot of strength or control The wind was so powerful that trees fell down….
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Rare Przewalski’s foal receives life-saving surrogate care at Minnesota Zoo

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©AP Photo/Mark Vancleave 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 visited a zoo before? Do you know any animals that are born with health problems? 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。 emotional /ih-MOH-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – having strong feelings, such as love, hate, or anger She gave an emotional speech at the school event. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – different from the normal or expected The cat has an unusual black and white face. typical /TIP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – showing the usual qualities of a person or thing A typical breakfast here is rice and fish….
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