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Zoo uses public veterinary exams to increase transparency and awareness

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©(AP Photo/Seth Wenig) 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 any animal get a checkup? Do you think it is important for people to see how zoos care for animals? 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。 visitor /VIZ-i-ter/ [noun] – a person who goes to a place to see or experience something Many visitors came to the museum to see the new dinosaur exhibit. window /WIN-doh/ [noun] – an opening in a wall with glass that allows people to look through Students looked through the window to watch the rain falling outside….
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Big cats and bears get emergency care at closed Argentina zoo

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©AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko) 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。 What animals do you usually see in a zoo? If so, which animal do you remember the most? If not, where have you seen wild animals? Have you heard stories about animals living in bad conditions? If so, what happened in the story? If not, what do you think bad conditions look like? 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。 dire /dah-yuhr/ [adjective] – very serious or extreme The village was in dire need of clean water. grave /greyv/ [adjective] – very serious The team faced a…
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Village faces ecological risks as snakehead fish population expands

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©(AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) 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 lake, river, or pond before? Have you ever tried dried fish or seafood before? 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。 enter /EN-tr/ [verb] – to go into a place Many tourists entered the museum when it opened in the morning. researcher /REE-sr-chr/ [noun] – a person who studies a subject to learn more about it A researcher at the university studied how birds move during winter. shellfish /SHEL-fish/ [noun] – sea animals with shells, such as crabs, clams, or shrimp Local…
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Global energy outlook shows sharp growth in electricity demand

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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 solar panels on a house, school, or building? Have you ever imagined living in a place with limited electricity? 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。 energy /EN-er-jee/ [noun] – power that is used to make machines work, produce heat, or create light The new school building was designed to use less energy during the summer months. growth /grohth/ [noun] – an increase in size, number, or amount The report notes strong growth in online shopping across Europe and North America. describe /dih-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – to…
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Study warns of microbial risks in reusable water bottles without proper cleaning

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©AP Photo/Patrick Sison 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 many people in your country use reusable bottles? Have you ever used the same water bottle for several days? 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。 prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – existing very commonly or happening often That song is prevalent on the radio today. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt/ [verb] – to gradually increase in number or amount Dust can accumulate on furniture over time. vital /VAHYT-l/ [adjective] – necessary for the success or continued existence of something. Water is vital for human life. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – working…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

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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 insect on a tree or plant? Do you think insects are more helpful or harmful to 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted material or leftover matter After the storm, the road was covered with small pieces of plastic waste. pest /pest/ [noun] – an animal or insect that damages plants or causes problems Farmers reported that a new garden pest was destroying their tomato plants. farm /fahrm/ [noun] – a place where crops are grown or animals are…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

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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 experienced a strong typhoon in your area? Do you know what the government usually does after a natural disaster? 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。 devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting]/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction The fire was devastating to the small village. violent /VAHY-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – using or involving force to hurt or damage A violent storm hit the island last night. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – large in size, amount, or degree The school library has an extensive book collection. agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] –…
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Switzerland seeks UNESCO recognition for yodeling as intangible cultural heritage

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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 people singing in the mountains? Do you know any traditional songs from your country? If so, what is the song about? If not, which song would you like to learn? 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。 captivating /KAP-tuh-vey-ting/ [adjective] – holding your attention by being extremely interesting or beautiful The singer’s voice was very captivating during the concert. authentic /aw-THEN-tik/ [adjective] – real, true, or what people say it is This restaurant serves authentic Japanese food. unity /YOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the state of being joined…
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Montclair’s weekly bike bus promotes safe and sustainable school travel

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©(Andrew Hawkins/Montclair Bike Bus 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 riding a bicycle? Do you think riding a bike is good for your health? 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。 ride /rahyd/ [noun] – a trip or journey on something like a bicycle, bus, or horse We joined a charity ride to raise money for the local hospital. mile /mahyl/ [noun] – a unit for measuring distance (1 mile = about 1.6 kilometers) The town is about five miles away from the nearest train station. neighbor /NEY-ber/ [noun] – a…
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ISS celebrates 25 years of continuous human presence

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©AP Photo/Mikhail Metzel, 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 read about astronauts working in space? Do you know any countries that have sent people to space? 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。 monumental /mon-yuh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – very big, important, or difficult to achieve Building the bridge was a monumental task for the workers. cooperation /koh-op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of working together with someone or doing what they ask you to do Good cooperation makes the project easy to finish. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important and having a strong influence…
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