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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 redeveloping an area help improve a community? Do you have redevelopment projects in your area or city at the moment? 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。 public /PUHB-lik/ [adjective] – relating to or involving people in general, rather than being limited to a particular group of people The public library is a great place to find books and information for free. design /dih-ZAHYN/ [noun] – the art of making plans or drawings for something The design of the new phone is sleek and modern, with a large touchscreen…
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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 read mythology? What is your favorite myth/tale? 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。 thunder /THUHN-der / [noun] – the sudden loud noise that comes from the sky especially during a storm The loud thunder scared the little girl, and she ran to her mother for comfort. defend /dih-FEND/ [verb] – to protect someone or something against attack or criticism The goalkeeper must defend the goal to prevent the other team from scoring. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a subject that you get by…
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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 think the cost of living will continue to increase in the future? Have you noticed any changes in the cost of basic necessities like food, housing, or healthcare? 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。 keep up /keep uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to be able to understand or deal with something that is happening or changing very fast If you want to improve your English, you need to keep up with your vocabulary practice every day. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem The math problem…
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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 dreamed of visiting Antarctica? Do you think it’s possible to visit Antarctica only once in a lifetime? 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。 transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the movement of people or goods from one place to another I take the bus to school every day for transportation. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange The magician performed an extraordinary trick that amazed the audience. sail /seyl/ [verb] – when a boat or a ship sails, it travels on the water We plan…
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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 concrete be harmful to the environment? Do you think concrete can be produced in a sustainable and eco-friendly way? 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。 minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz/ [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount To save electricity, we need to minimize the use of lights when they are not needed. revolutionary /rev-uh-LOO-shuh-ner-ee / [adjective] – completely new and having a great effect The new smartphone has a revolutionary design that makes it easier to use and more comfortable to hold. material /muh-TEER-ee-uhl/ [noun]…
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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 of mass fish deaths occurring in bodies of water? Do you think the government should take responsibility for cleaning up mass fish deaths? 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。 due to /doo too/ [phrase] – because of Her illness was due to bad food. organization /awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn/ [awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn] – a group whose members work together for a shared purpose in a continuing way The organization has launched a campaign to raise $150,000. government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/ [noun] – the group of people who officially control a country The…
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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 recycled anything before? Is recycling an effective way to reduce the impact of climate change? 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。 valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – valuable information, advice, etc. is very helpful or important My grandmother gave me a valuable necklace that has been in our family for generations. recycling /ruh-SAI-kuh-luhng/ [noun] – the process of collecting and changing old paper, glass, plastic, etc. so that it can be used again Recycling is an important way to help protect the environment by reducing waste and conserving…
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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 think that changes in weather patterns can affect the quality of your sleep? Do you think the amount of daylight in a day affects the quality of your sleep? 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。 invigorated /in-VIG-uh-reyt-tid / [adjective] – full of life and energy After going for a run in the park, I felt invigorated and full of energy. sluggish /SLUGH-ish/ [adjective] – moving or operating more slowly than usual and with less energy or power After eating a heavy lunch, I felt sluggish and didn’t…
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