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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

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©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) 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 animals get scared in new places? Do you think dogs can survive in the wild alone? 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。 touch /tuhch/ [verb] – to affect someone emotionally; to make someone feel sympathy, love, or sadness The story of the lost kitten touched many students at the school. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – an effort to do something, especially something difficult Despite many attempts, the students could not solve the hard math problem. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – improvement or movement…
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

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©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) 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 pets can understand people’s feelings? Have you ever seen a rescue dog in real life or on TV? 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。 temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a limited period of time The school set up a temporary classroom in the gym while the main building was being repaired. rescue /RES-kyoo/ [noun] – the act of saving someone from danger or a difficult situation The rescue of the trapped hikers took more than ten hours. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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Tulip tourism blooms across Europe as fields attract thousands of visitors

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©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) 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 taking pictures of nature or flowers? Do you think flower fields are a good place for tourists? 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。 welcome /WEL-kuhm/ [verb] – to greet or receive someone warmly or gladly The new museum in Tokyo welcomes hundreds of art lovers every weekend. spot /spot/ [noun] – a particular place or location The park has picnic spots under the shade of tall trees. tip /tip/ [noun] – a helpful piece of advice or suggestion The teacher gave some study…
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NASA astronauts return after challenging mission with Starliner setbacks and SpaceX rescue

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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 astronauts involved in space missions? Do astronauts need special training before going 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。 plan /plan/ [verb] – to decide or arrange in advance She plans to visit the museum tomorrow. due to /due to/ [preposition] – because of The event was canceled due to rain. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving the desired result The concert was successful because many people came. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make certain or sure She will ensure the project is finished on time. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt/…
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Genetic Study reveals promising findings for endangered Asian elephants in northern Cambodia

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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 about Asian elephants? Are elephants are considered endangered? 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。 conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to organize or perform a particular activity The teacher will conduct the experiment tomorrow. research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – the detailed study of a subject to discover new facts or information The student is doing research for the project. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist The survival of the species depends on protection. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance to something…
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Experts highlight how home cooking develops children’s skills and encourages healthy habits

Kid

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 cooking is a useful skill for kids? Have you ever cooked with a family member? 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。 basic /BEY-sik/ [adjective] – simple and necessary; the most important and easiest part of something We learned basic first aid skills at the safety workshop last weekend. safely /SEYF-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is not dangerous The workers handled the chemicals safely by wearing gloves and goggles. proud /proud/ [adjective] – feeling happy and satisfied about something you have done He felt proud…
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New device translates brain signals into spoken words in real time

Brain

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 imagined speaking without using your voice? Would you feel nervous using a device connected to your brain? 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。 speech /speech/ [noun] – the ability to speak or the act of speaking The teacher gave a short speech at the school event. delay /dih-LEY/ [noun] – a period of time when something is late or postponed There were delays in the train schedule because of the heavy rain. communicate /kuh-MYOO-ni-keyt/ [verb] – to share or exchange information, thoughts, or feelings People use…
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia

Myanmar

©(The Myanmar Military True News Information Team 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 know what to do during an earthquake? Do you think your house or school would be safe in an earthquake? 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。 frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening often The city experiences frequent power outages during the summer. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom of something The diver explored the depth of the ocean in search of coral reefs. warn /wawrn/ [verb] – to tell someone about a possible…
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Archaeologists discover Buddha Statue Torso at Ta Prohm Temple in Cambodia

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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 of any recent discoveries? Do archaeologists look for artifacts when making discoveries? 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。 archaeologist /ahr-kee-OL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies human history by digging up objects from the past The archaeologist found an ancient pot in the ground. gesture /JES-cher/ [noun] – a movement of the body, especially the hands or head, to express meaning She made a gesture with her hand to say hello. unique /yoo-NEEK/ [adjective] – being the only one of its kind; different from everything else…
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Arctic sea ice hits record low winter peak, raising climate concerns

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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 unusual weather? What’s one word you think of when you hear “Arctic”? 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。 cycle /SAHY-kuhl/ [noun] – a series of events that are repeated regularly in the same order The water cycle helps move moisture through the air, land, and oceans. warn /wawrn/ [verb] – to tell someone about possible danger or problems Scientists warn that rising sea levels may flood coastal cities. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something is changing or developing There’s a growing…
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