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Genetic Study reveals promising findings for endangered Asian elephants in northern Cambodia

2025年4月13日

Brix-News (5)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about Asian elephants? Why do you think elephants are considered endangered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear understanding of something The report gave me an interesting insight into the problem. population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people or animals living in a specific area The population of elephants in the park is growing. degradation /deg-ruh-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of something getting worse or being damaged Air pollution leads to the degradation of the environment. foundation /foun-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the basic…
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Experts highlight how home cooking develops children’s skills and encourages healthy habits

2025年4月12日

Kid

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could cook any meal for your family, what would it be? What do you think is fun or difficult about cooking? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lockdown /LOK-doun/ [noun] – a situation where people are required to stay in their homes for safety reasons The city declared a lockdown after the snowstorm to keep everyone safe. independent /in-di-PEN-duhnt/ [adjective] – able to do things without help from others After practicing for months, she became more independent in playing the piano. tool /tool/ [noun] – an object that helps…
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New device translates brain signals into spoken words in real time

2025年4月11日

Brain

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think communication is important in everyday life? If you could create a machine to help people, what would it do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. instantly /IN-stuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – immediately, without any delay He replied instantly to the message as soon as he saw it. trial /TRAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a test or experiment to check if something works well The new medicine went through a trial before it was approved for patients. continuously /kuhn-TIN-yoo-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – without stopping; going on without interruption The machine ran continuously for…
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia

2025年4月10日

Myanmar

©(The Myanmar Military True News Information Team via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think people need most right after a big disaster happens? If you could design a safe place for everyone during a strong earthquake, what would it look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. collapsed /kuh-LAPST/ [adjective] – having fallen down or given way, usually due to damage or pressure They hid under a collapsed roof. destructive /dih-STRUHK-tiv/ [adjective] – causing great damage or harm The hurricane was more destructive than expected, tearing off roofs and uprooting trees. pressure…
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Archaeologists discover Buddha Statue Torso at Ta Prohm Temple in Cambodia

2025年4月9日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a discovery that you have heard of recently? What do archaeologists look for when they make discoveries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUKHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the act of finding something new or the thing that was found Scientists made a discovery about a new type of plant. temple /TEM-puhl/ [noun] – a building used for religious ceremonies or worship The ancient temple was built thousands of years ago. fragment /FRAG-muhnt/ [noun] – a small part or piece of something that is broken I found a fragment of…
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Arctic sea ice hits record low winter peak, raising climate concerns

2025年4月8日

arctic

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think the Arctic looks like? What changes in the weather have you noticed in your town or country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. growth /grohth/ [noun] – the process of increasing in size, number, or importance The city’s rapid growth has led to traffic problems and housing shortages. global /GLOH-buhl/ [adjective] – relating to the whole world The global economy was affected by the rise in oil prices. melt /melt/ [verb] – to become liquid because of heat The snow on the mountains melts quickly in the…
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Vietnam’s traditional fish sauce industry faces climate and market challenges

2025年4月7日

fish sauce

©(AP Photo/Yannick Peterhans) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think old traditions are important to keep? Why or why not? How would you feel if your favorite food became hard to make or find? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. staple /STEY-puhl/ [noun] – a basic or important item that is regularly used or produced Rice is a staple in many Asian households, often eaten with every meal. craft /kraft/ [noun] – a skill in making things by hand, often traditional or artistic The village is known for its craft of weaving colorful baskets from…
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Wasp traps prey with spiny abdomen in amber-aged fossil find

2025年4月6日

wasp

©(Qiong Wu via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could discover an ancient creature, what kind of animal would you like to find? Do you like learning about ancient animals? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. parasitic /par-uh-SIT-ik/ [adjective] – living in or on another animal or plant and getting food from it, often harming it The parasitic plant wrapped itself around the tree and slowly weakened it. wasp /wosp/ [noun] – a flying insect with a narrow waist and a sting, often yellow and black in color A wasp…
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Ancient marble statue discovered in garbage bag near Thessaloniki, Greece

2025年4月5日

Brix-News (3)

©Greek Police via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is an archaeological discovery? Why is it important to preserve objects from the past? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – involving or relating to archaeology Archaeological sites are often found in ancient cities. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something The teacher will assess your homework tomorrow. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous or well-known for a particular quality or achievement She is renowned for her talent in painting. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a custom…
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Advanced technology revives ancient artifacts at Beijing’s Palace Museum

2025年4月4日

relics

©(AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like learning about history? Why or why not? What do you imagine life was like for people who lived in a palace long ago? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artifact /AHR-tuh-fakt/ [noun] – an object, such as a tool, that was made in the past The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt, including tools and jewelry. craftsmanship /KRAFTS-muhn-ship/ [noun] – skill in making things by hand The necklace was admired for its fine craftsmanship and delicate design. ceramic /suh-RAM-ik/ [noun] – an object made…
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