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World’s biggest canvas painting sells for $62M at Dubai charity auction

2021年3月31日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Who are the famous painters in your country? Have you ever bought an artwork? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. measure /MEZH-er/ [verb] – to be a particular size The floor area measures 70 square meters. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The incident affected his mental health. initially /ih-NISH-uh-lee/ [adverb] – at the beginning Initially, many people thought that the plan will not succeed. proceeds /PROW-seeds/ [noun] – the amount of money received from a…
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Australia floods from intense rainfall, authorities say

2021年3月29日

© BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often does it flood in your country? What natural disasters commonly strike your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. border /BAWR-der/ [verb] – to form a line around the edge of something The fields are bordered by sturdy fences. source /sawrs/ [noun] – the place or thing that something comes from or starts at, or the cause of something Where’s the source of that noise? tide /tahyd/ [noun] – the rise and fall of the sea that happens twice every day High tides are expected today…
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The world’s first space hotel to open in 2027

2021年3月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you want to travel to space? Why or why not? Could you tell me your most memorable experience staying in a hotel? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stuck /stuhk/ [adjective] – unable to move, or set in a particular position, place, or way of thinking Six of us were stuck in the elevator for over an hour. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions exist Three potential buyers have expressed interest in the company. holiday /HOL-i-dey/ [noun] – an official day when you do not have to…
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Greek letters will not be used again to name tropical cyclones

2021年3月24日

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© CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite season and why? When is the start of the rainy season in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distracting /duh -STRAK-tuhng/ [adjective] – making it difficult for someone to give their attention to something The loud music is very distracting. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – possibly Measles is a potentially fatal disease. responsible /ri-SPON-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – to have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it, him, or her We are all responsible for making this house…
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The truth behind astrology’s sudden fame: The stars have spoken

2021年3月22日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your star sign? Do you often read or check your horoscope? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. boom /boom/ [verb] – an increase in something, or a time when something becomes more popular My business boomed when I advertised it on Twitter. seek /seek/ [verb] – to ask for advice, help, approval, permission, etc. You must seek approval from your teacher first. horoscope /HAWR-uh-skohp/ [noun] – a description of what is going to happen to you, based on the position of the stars and planets…
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17,000 earthquakes recorded in Iceland

2021年3月19日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What should you do if there is an earthquake? Have you already experienced an earthquake? Tell me about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. earthquake /URTH-kweyk/ [noun] – a sudden violent movement of the earth’s surface, sometimes causing great damage In 1991, an earthquake destroyed much of Luzon. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The disease affects older people. violent /VAHY-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – sudden or powerful He yells a lot but I don’t think he’s…
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Overseas spectators not allowed in Tokyo Olympics 2021

2021年3月17日

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© Kyodo News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Who are the famous Olympic athletes in your country? Are you excited about the 2021 Olympic games? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spectator /SPEK-tey-ter/ [noun] – a person who watches an activity, especially a sports event, without taking part The spectators cheered loudly as the opening ceremony started. overseas /oh-ver-SEEZ/ [adjective] – in, from, or to other countries The overseas fans have been waiting for the concert. permit /per-MIT/ [verb] – to allow something Smoking is not permitted inside the building. venue /VEN-yoo/…
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Photos of glow-in-the-dark shark captured by scientists for the first time

2021年3月15日

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©Dr. Jérôme Mallefet via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When was the last time you have seen a live sea animal? Are you willing to dive into the sea to discover other sea creatures? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. capture /KAP-cher/ [verb] – to record or take a picture of something using a camera The incident was captured by a passer-by. researcher /ree-SUR-cher/ [noun] – someone who studies a subject, especially in order to discover new information or reach a new understanding The researcher is having a hard time to…
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Experts give their opinions on when people can go on holiday again

2021年3月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is the Covid-19 vaccination program in your country? Where would you like to travel this year? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [verb] –to gradually become less, worse, or lower His interest in computers declined after he lost his job. leisure /lee-zher/ [noun] – the time when you are not working or doing other duties Some people only have a limited amount of leisure. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the act of controlling something or someone, or the power to do this You need to stay in control…
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Japanese billionaire seeks 8 volunteers to join him on Moon voyage

2021年3月10日

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© Yusaku Maezawa Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite space movie or TV show? What is interesting about outer space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accompany /uh-KUHM-puh-nee/ [verb] – to go with someone or to be provided or exist at the same time as something Would you like me to accompany you to your room? reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to make known or show something that is surprising or that was previously secret The new movie was revealed in yesterday’s comic convention. benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [verb] – to be helped by something or…
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