Intermediate

Rhode Island officials rescue exotic tegu lizard found buried in snow during cold spell

2026年2月14日

Brix-News (2)

©New England Wildlife Center via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals are seen near your home in Winter? What should be done when an animal looks sick or hurt? Who should be called? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncommon /uhn-KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – not usual or often seen Uncommon animal sightings increase during extreme weather. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry about a problem Officials shared concern about exotic pet releases. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – physical harm or injury Cold weather caused damage to the lizard’s body. monitoring /MON-i-ter-ing/ [noun] – careful…
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Galentine’s Day serves as an alternative to Valentine’s Day for some women

2026年2月13日

Galentine

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is Valentine’s Day usually celebrated in your country? What kinds of celebrations do people enjoy with friends? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something changes or develops The rise in remote work is a clear trend in many companies. expectation /ek-spek-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief about what should happen There is a clear expectation that students arrive on time. vary /VAIR-ee/ [verb] – to be different or change Weather conditions vary across different regions. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of…
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Intermediate

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Sprout signals a shift toward friendly social robots

2026年2月12日

humanoid

©(AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When you hear the word “robot,” what kind of robot do you imagine? Would you feel comfortable having a robot in your home or school? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. humanoid /HYOO-muh-noid/ [adjective] – having a shape or form similar to a human The game featured a humanoid character with arms and legs. padded /PAD-id/ [adjective] – covered with soft material for protection or comfort The chair had a padded seat for long meetings. adjustable /uh-JUHS-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be changed to…
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Intermediate

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At-home gut microbiome tests gain popularity despite limited clinical evidence

2026年2月11日

Brix-News (1)

©Tiny Health via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of health tests people can do at home? If so, what kind of tests are common? Why do people want to learn about gut health? What problems are they trying to solve? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. guidance /GAHY-dns/ [noun] – help or advice Many users look for guidance from test results. reliable /ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be trusted The results are not always reliable. practical /PRAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – useful in real situations Doctors need practical information to help patients. accuracy /AK-yer-uh-see/…
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Intermediate

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Sleep-tracking devices see widespread use in 2025 as experts urge careful interpretation

2026年2月10日

Brix-News

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you used a device to track sleep? What did you notice about your sleep? Do people trust health apps? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. estimate /ES-tuh-meyt/ [verb] – to roughly calculate an amount The device estimates sleep duration. confidence /KON-fi-duhns/ [noun] – trust in something Users show confidence in trackers. limitation /lim-i-TAY-shuhn/ [noun] – a restriction or weakness Accuracy is a major limitation. anxious /ANGK-shuhs/ [adjective] – feeling worried or nervous Some users feel anxious about scores. valuable /VAL-yuh-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – useful or important The…
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Intermediate

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Eagles’ Their Greatest Hits 1971–1975 becomes bestselling album in U.S. history

2026年2月9日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do people still buy music albums today? Do older songs stay popular? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consistency /kuhn-SIS-tuhn-see/ [noun ] – steady quality or behavior The album showed consistency in yearly sales. ranking /RANG-king/ [noun ] – position on a list The album kept a high ranking nationwide. adjust /uh-JUHTS/ [adjective] – changes slightly The system adjusts totals using streams. residency /REZ-i-den-see/ [noun] – series of shows in one place The band announced a long residency. lasting /LAS-ting/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The group created a…
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Intermediate

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Exhibition shows how love shaped history through letters

2026年2月8日

letter

©(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do people like to save old photos, cards, or letters? How do people today usually share their feelings with others? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exhibition /ek-suh-BISH-uhn/ [noun] – a public show of objects or works An exhibition of old photos attracted many visitors. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or easy to notice The report included a notable example of success. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect the way something happens Friends often influence choices about hobbies and sports. marriage /MAR-ij/ [noun] – the legal union…
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Intermediate

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Southern Chile wildfires spread rapidly as extreme heat strains emergency response

2026年2月7日

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©AP Photo/Javier Torres Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have wildfires occurred in Chile before? Where have they happened? What weather conditions cause fires to spread faster? How do these conditions affect safety? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. support /suh-PAWRT/ [noun] – help given to someone or something Government support arrived after the declaration. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the power to manage a situation Fire control became difficult during strong winds. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry Residents shared concern about slow aid. restriction /rih-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule that limits activity A travel…
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Intermediate

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Revival of southern greens highlights African American culinary heritage in U.S. dining scene

2026年2月6日

Brix-News (75)

©Angie Moser/Voracious via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods are often cooked in families for many years? Who helps introduce traditional foods to more people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. growing /GROH-ing/ [adjective] – increasing over time There is growing interest in traditional foods. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to be accepted or praised officially The chef was recognized for cultural cooking. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to understand or use Events make history more accessible. common /KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – happening often Food events are now common in cities. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – continuing…
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Intermediate

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Researchers identify earliest cave handprints on Sulawesi Island

2026年2月5日

handprints

©(Ahdi Agus Oktaviana/Maxime Aubert via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Where do people usually draw or paint today? If you lived a long time ago, what would you like to draw? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outline /OUT-lahyn/ [noun] – a line that shows the shape of an object The teacher drew an outline of a map on the board. edge /ej/ [noun] – the outer line or side of something The glass has a sharp edge on one side. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to make new ideas or art The child…
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Intermediate

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