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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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Chefs push for better image for MSG

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©FASTILY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons 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 monosodium glutamate or MSG? Would you eat food with MSG? 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。 owner /OH-ner/ [noun] – someone who owns something The restaurant owner worked tirelessly to ensure excellent service and delicious food for their patrons. cause /kawz/ [kawz] – to make something happen, especially something bad Lack of exercise and a poor diet can cause weight gain and health problems. symptom /SIMP-tuhm / [noun] – any feeling of illness or physical or mental…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023

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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 actively support the use of renewable energy sources like solar or wind power? Have you ever installed or considered installing solar panels on your property? 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。 electricity /ih-lek-TRIS-i-tee/ [noun] – a form of energy that can be produced in several ways and that provides power to devices that create light, heat, etc. Electricity is a form of energy that powers our homes and allows us to use appliances like lights and refrigerators. mark /mahrk/ [verb] – to indicate or signify an important…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

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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 commonly use flour as an ingredient? Do you know about pulse-based flours? 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。 flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. Sarah mixed flour, sugar, and eggs to make a delicious cake for her friend’s birthday. recipe /RES-uh-pee/ [noun] – a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food, including a list of what food is needed for this My mom found a new recipe online, and she’s going…
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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs

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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 city of Dubai? Do you think our oceans need man-made projects to survive? 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。 ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – If a plan or idea is ambitious, it needs a great amount of skill and effort to be successful or be achieved The ambitious project aimed to create sustainable solutions for clean energy, addressing environmental concerns. vast /vast/ [vast] – extremely big The internet provides access to a vast amount of information, making it a valuable resource for research and learning….
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Sugar substitute for weight loss? WHO says think again

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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 artificial sweeteners? Do you think avoiding sugar can cause weight loss? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. The homeowner decided to reduce energy consumption by installing energy-efficient appliances. effect /ih-FEKT/ [ih-FEKT] – the result of a particular influence Regular exercise has a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being. scientific /sahy-uhn-TIF-ik / [adjective] – relating to science, or using the organized methods of science The journal article…
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Unveiling the profound mental talent that shaped the world

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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 foresight is? Does foresight help create a better 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。 ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something Sarah has the ability to play the piano beautifully. shape /sheyp / [verb] – to decide or influence the form of something, especially a belief or idea, or someone’s character My parents have always shaped my values and taught me to be kind to others. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a…
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Solar power brightens Lebanon’s future

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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 solar power a renewable source of energy? Can solar power be used to generate 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。 solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem Sarah found a solution to her math problem by asking her teacher for help. advantage /ad-VAN-tij/ [noun] – a condition giving a greater chance of success Jenny’s height gave her an advantage when reaching the top shelf and getting the book she wanted. reliable /ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – Someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed…
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