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A film that foretold the future with astounding accuracy

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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 already watched a movie that foretold the future? Do you like watching reality shows? 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。 audience /AW-dee-uhns/ [noun] – the group of people together in one place to watch or listen to a play, movie, someone speaking, etc. The performers on stage smiled as they received applause from the appreciative audience. role /rohl/ [noun] – an actor’s part in a movie or play In the school play, Emily had the important role of playing the princess. predict /pri-DIKT/ [verb] – to say…
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Apple launches its most significant product

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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 enjoy staying updated with the latest technology trends? Is Apple the most popular brand in your country when it comes to technology products? 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。 conference /KON-fer-uhns/ [noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally I attended a conference last week about the future of renewable energy. discuss /UHP-deyt / [UHP-deyt ] – to talk about a subject with…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

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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 have many tall buildings in your town or city? Are you interested in visiting New York City to see its tall buildings? 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。 sinking /SING-kuhng/ [adjective] – falling or moving to a lower level The sinking ship was in desperate need of rescue. rise /rahyz / [rahyz ] – to move upwards The sun will rise in the morning, bringing light to the world. flooding /FLUHD-ing/ [noun] – a situation in which an area is covered with water, especially from rain The…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

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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 you familiar with the planet Saturn? Can you imagine Saturn without its rings? 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。 mostly /MOHST-lee/ [ADVERB] – mainly The weather in this region is mostly sunny throughout the year, making it a popular tourist destination. appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to start to be seen or to be present The sun began to set, and the stars started to appear in the darkening sky. dust /duhst/ [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very…
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World’s most expensive ice cream is from Japan

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©Cellato 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 ice cream? Would you spend 880,000 yen for a scoop of ice cream? 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。 traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – following or belonging to the customs or ways of behaving that have continued in a group of people or society for a long time without changing The wedding ceremony followed a traditional format with vows, an exchange of rings, and a reception. deliver /dih-LIV-er / [verb] – to take goods, letters, parcels, etc. to people’s houses or places of work The online…
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Rise of highly sensitive parents

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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 you a sensitive person? Do you feel emotions very strongly? 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。 trend /trend/ [noun] – a new development in clothing, makeup, etc. I noticed a new trend among my classmates: everyone was wearing colorful socks to school. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening The teacher allows students to use their textbooks during the exam. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to make someone more likely to do something, or to make something…
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Unveiling the enchanting power of rhythm

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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 heard the term “rhythm” before? Have you considered the impact of rhythm on mental well-being? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time During our nature walk, we discovered a beautiful flower hidden among the tall grass. beat /beet/ [noun] – in music, a regular emphasis, or a place in the music where such an emphasis is expected The drummer played the beat loudly, making everyone in the audience start tapping their…
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Shyness: An experience for all

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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 ever experience feelings of shyness? Are you currently more shy compared to when you were a child? 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。 nervous /NUR-vuhs/ [adjective] – worried and anxious John felt nervous before his job interview. natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – (of a person or their behaviour) seeming normal and relaxed The results showed that he had a natural ability for leadership. pay attention (to something) /PAY-uh-TEN-shn/ [phrasal verb] – to watch, listen to, or think about something carefully Please pay attention during the presentation so that…
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Comedian’s Army-Themed Joke Leads to $2 Million Fine in China

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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 watched a comedy show? Do you find comedy shows entertaining? 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。 involved /in-VOLVD/ [adjective] – part of an activity or event The people involved in the project worked hard to ensure its success. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [kuhn-SID-er] – to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision I consider her to be one of the most talented artists of our time. apology /uh-POL-uh-jee/ [noun] – an act of saying that you are sorry for something wrong you have done She…
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Social media app filters and AI reshape self-representation

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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 use filters to enhance your photos? Do you think using filters to enhance photos is okay? 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。 standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a pattern or model that is generally accepted This product meets the industry standard for safety regulations. expression /ik-SPRESH-uhn/ [ik-SPRESH-uhn] – the act of showing a feeling or idea, or a feeling or idea that is shown His artwork is a beautiful expression of his creativity and imagination. disability /dis-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – an illness, injury, or condition that makes it difficult…
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