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From photobomb to forever

2023年7月30日

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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 traveling? Is it common for you to make friends while traveling? 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。 recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago I recently visited a beautiful beach resort and had a relaxing vacation. experience /ik-SPEER-ee-uhns/ [noun] – (the process of getting) knowledge or skill from doing, seeing, or feeling things She had a life-changing experience while volunteering abroad. blog /blawg/ [noun] – a regular record of your thoughts, opinions, or experiences that you put…
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Europe cuts down on short-haul flights, revives rail travel

2023年7月29日

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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 traveled by plane? How about by train? Do you think it is okay to travel by plane even if your destination is near? 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。 measure /MEZH-er / [noun] – a way of achieving something, or a method for dealing with a situation Saving money is a measure to achieve financial stability. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot / [kuhn-TRIB-yoot ] – to give something, especially money, in order to provide or achieve something together with other people Recycling paper and plastic bottles contributes to a…
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Australia takes bold steps to ban e-cigarettes

2023年7月28日

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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 vape or e-cigarettes? Do you think your people should be allowed to use vapes or e-cigarettes? 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。 action /ak-SHUHN/ [noun] – the process of doing something, especially when dealing with a problem or difficulty In times of emergency, it’s crucial to have a clear chain of action to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved. quirbt /kwit / [verb] – to stop doing something James used to be a heavy drinker, but he made a conscious choice to quit…
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Sick restaurant workers linked to foodborne illness outbreaks, CDC study reveals

2023年7月27日

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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 gotten sick from eating contaminated food? Are you scared of foodborne illnesses? 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。 handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to touch or hold with your hands You have to carefully handle the fragile glassware to avoid any breakage during the experiment. responsible /ri-SPON-suh-buhl/ [ri-SPON-suh-buhl] – deserving blame The careless driver was responsible for the accident that caused extensive damage to both vehicles. access /AK-ses/ [noun] – the ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, speak with, or use The library provides computer access…
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Activists push to free bears from bile farms

2023年7月26日

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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。 Did you know that bear bile is used as medicine? Would you be willing to be treated with bear bile? 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。 rescue /RES-kyoo/ [verb] – to help someone or something out of a dangerous, harmful, or unpleasant situation The stranded cat was stuck on a tree branch until a kind neighbor climbed up to rescue it. cruel /KROO-uhl/ [KROO-uhl] – extremely unkind and unpleasant and causing pain to people or animals intentionally It was cruel of him to tease and mock his classmates for…
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Early morning wake-up tips to beat your alarm clock

2023年7月25日

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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 an alarm clock to wake up in the morning? Do you usually wake up before your alarm goes off? 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。 avoid /uh-VOID/ [verb] – to stay away from someone or something I avoid sugary foods to maintain a healthy diet. tip /tip / [noun] – a useful piece of information, especially about how to do something Here’s a tip: When cooking pasta, add a splash of olive oil to prevent it from sticking together. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to spend time…
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Professional Tennis Athlete Disqualified from Match due to Unsportsmanlike Conduct

2023年7月24日

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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 fan of tennis? Have you ever played or watched tennis 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。 face /feys/ [verb] – If you face a problem, or a problem faces you, you have to deal with it John faced a difficult challenge at work. refuse / ri-FYOOZ/ [ ri-FYOOZ] – to say that you will not do or accept something He refused to eat his vegetables at dinner and asked for something else instead. lead /leed/ [noun] – a winning position during a race or other…
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Titanic wreck replicated in groundbreaking underwater scanning project

2023年7月23日

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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 Titanic? Would you be interested to know what happened the night it sank? 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。 technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a way of doing an activity that needs skill The basketball player’s shooting technique was flawless, allowing him to score consistently from any position on the court. disturb /dih-STURB/ [dih-STURB] – to move or change something from its usual position or arrangement The wind disturbed the sand, creating ripples on the surface of the beach. data /DEY-tuh/ [noun] – information, especially…
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New accessibility tools for iPhone and iPad set to aid disabled users

2023年7月22日

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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 using mobile devices? Do you think people with disabilities struggle to use mobile devices? 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。 user /YOO-zer / [noun] – someone who uses a product, machine, or service The user logged into their account to access the online platform. security /si-KYOOR-i-tee/ [si-KYOOR-i-tee] – the protection of information against being stolen or used wrongly or illegally The password should be strong and unique to enhance the security of your online accounts. introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to put something into use, operation, or…
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Horrifying train crashes due to signal failure

2023年7月21日

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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 been involved in a road accident? Are you satisfied with the safety of the transportation system in your area? 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。 clearing /KLEEUH-ruhng/ [gerund] – the act of clearing or the process of making something unobstructed or free from obstacles. The volunteers help in the clearing of litter and fallen leaves. track /trak/ [trak] – one or a pair of parallel metal bars on which trains travel. The train smoothly glided along the tracks. difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact of not…
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