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Scientists confirm 4.16-billion-year-old rocks in Quebec

2025年7月16日

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©Jonathan O’Neil via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever read or watched something about very old rocks? If so, what did you learn? If not, would you like to know more? Do you know any places in the world where scientists study old rocks? If so, which places? If not, where do you think they study them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect or change how someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks A teacher can influence students by being kind and helpful. respect /ri-SPEKT/ [noun] –…
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Brad Pitt’s F1 movie debuts with authentic racing action and unprecedented Hollywood–Formula One collaboration

2025年7月15日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched a movie about racing? If so, what was the most exciting part? If not, what do you imagine it is like? Do you know any famous actors who played drivers in movies? If so, which actor do you remember best? If not, which actor would be good for that role? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme or strong The competition was intense, with every team fighting hard to win. competitive /kuhm-PET-i-tiv/ [adjective] – wanting to be more successful than others He is…
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Music program brings comfort to shelter animals in U.S. cities

2025年7月14日

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©(AP Photo/Thomas Peipert) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when you listen to calm or soft music? If you could help animals in a shelter, what kind of activity would you choose? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who offers to do something without getting paid Many volunteers helped clean the beach after the storm. volume /VOL-yoom/ [noun] – the level or loudness of sound Please turn down the volume of the TV; it’s too loud. breed /breed/ [noun] – a specific type or group of…
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Extreme heat increases health risks during outdoor exercise

2025年7月13日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you think of a time when the weather made it hard to enjoy an activity? If you could design a fun game or activity to enjoy during hot weather, what would it be? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. risk /risk/ [noun] – the possibility of something bad or harmful happening There are health risks when people eat too much junk food every day. sweat /swet/ [noun] – the liquid that comes out of the body through the skin when it is hot or after physical activity After running for…
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Vera C. Rubin Observatory unveils first space images with record-breaking camera in Chile

2025年7月12日

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©NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen pictures of space objects, like stars or planets? If so, which one surprised you the most? If not, where do you think you could find them? Do you know anything about telescopes or space cameras? If so, what do you know? If not, what do you think they are used for? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinct /dih-STINGKT/ [adjective] – clearly different or separate The two birds have distinct colors. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize someone or something…
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U.S. schools adopt meat-free menus to promote health and combat climate impact

2025年7月11日

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©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, File Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever eaten a plant-based meal at school? If so, what food did you try? If not, what do you think it would taste like? Do you know why people try to eat less meat? If so, what reasons do you remember? If not, what reasons can you guess? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The school will initiate a recycling project next month. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

2025年7月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever received a weather warning in your area? If so, what did you do? If not, what kind of warning would surprise you? Do you know any countries in northern Europe, like the UK or the Netherlands? If so, what do you know about their weather? If not, where have you learned about Europe? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action by causing change and not only reacting to events The teacher was proactive and gave help before problems started. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] –…
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Three new Kingdom tombs unearthed in Luxor ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum opening

2025年7月9日

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©Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of Egypt before? If so, what do you know about its history? If not, what ancient cultures have you heard about? Do you know what a tomb is? If so, where have you seen one? If not, what do you think is inside it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appreciate /uh-PREE-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to understand how good something is or to be thankful for something I appreciate your help with my school project. civilization /siv-uh-luh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – human society…
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Ancient humans adapted early to harsh environments, new study finds

2025年7月8日

harsh environment

©(AP Photo/Schalk van Zuydam, Jerome Delay, Matthew Craft) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of place do you think is difficult to live in? Why? Imagine you are the first person to live in a new land. What three things would you take with you? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. examine /ig-ZAM-in/ [verb] – to look at something carefully to learn more about it Scientists examined the animal bones to learn about its diet. migrate /MAHY-greyt/ [verb] – to move from one place to another, usually to live or find better conditions People…
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Chair yoga gains popularity among older adults for its gentle, effective benefits

2025年7月7日

chair yoga

©(AP Photo/Richard Drew) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you do to relax or reduce stress? What kind of exercises do you enjoy or want to try someday? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adapted /uh-DAP-tid/ [adjective] – changed or modified to fit a new use, purpose, or condition This school uses an adapted curriculum for students with learning difficulties. wellness /WEL-nis/ [noun] – the state of being healthy in body and mind The company offers a wellness program to help employees stay healthy. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – ak-ses-uh-buhl The building is accessible for people…
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