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Meet the Olympics superfan who spent $40,000 on tickets

2021年8月5日

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©Kazunori Takishima via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which athlete are you excited to see at the Olympics? Are you familiar with the Guinness World Records? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ultimate /UHL-tuh-mit/ [adjective] – most extreme or important because either the original or final, or the best or worst Karen’s ultimate goal is to run her own beauty salon. witness /WIT-nis/ [verb] – a person who sees an event happening The children were witnessing the fireworks show for the first time. passion /PASH-uhn/ [noun] – a very powerful feeling, for example of love,…
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Tobacco firm Philip Morris calls for UK cigarette ban by 2030

2021年8月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. In your country, are people allowed to smoke on the streets? Do companies in your office have no-smoking policies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ban /ban/ [verb] – to forbid (= refuse to allow) something, especially officially Most schools ban the use of cell phones inside classrooms. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] – a period of ten years, especially a period such as 2010 to 2019 She worked as an accountant for a decade. invest /in-VEST/ [verb] – to put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get…
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Philippines’ weightlifting fairy bags country’s first Olympic gold medal

2021年8月3日

Philippines' weightlifting fairy bags country's first Olympic gold medal

©Edgard Garrido via Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What sport/s are you good at? What do you think is the most popular sport in the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. victory /VIK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – an occasion when you win a game, competition, election, war, etc. or the fact that you have won The team’s victory has brought pride to the country. category /KAT-i-gawr-ee/ [noun] – (in a system for dividing things according to appearance, quality, etc.) a type, or a group of things having some features that are the same Which category does…
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Financial therapy: The secret to eliminate fear of money?

2021年8月2日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of money phobia? What is your idea about it? How do you budget your money? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. financial /fahy-NAH-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how money is managed The company just recovered from its financial losses. emotional /ih-MOH-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – connected with or showing feelings The passing of his father has caused Steve emotional pain. poll /pohl/ [noun] – a study in which people are asked for their opinions about a subject or person The poll results will be out next week. effective…
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Covid is found in both cats and dogs, according to a study

2021年7月30日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have a pet? Tell me more about it. What do you usually do when a pet is sick? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. residence /REZ-i-duhns/ [noun] – a home They were hoping to turn a children’s home into a residence for adolescent girls. infection /in-FEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a disease in a part of your body that is caused by bacteria or a virus The immune system is our body’s shield against infection. detect /dih-TEKT/ [verb] – to notice something that is partly hidden or not clear, or to…
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UK faces labor shortage after spike in COVID cases

2021年7月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you currently studying or working from home? What businesses are still closed in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rise /rahyz/ [verb] – to move upwards The number of coronavirus cases in Ireland is rising. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The school implemented new rules for the students. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – possibly You will encounter potentially dangerous situations when hiking. expose /ik-SPOHZ/ [verb] – to put someone at risk from something harmful or unpleasant The mountaineers had been exposed to a…
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Disney’s “Snow White” live-action remake with rising star Rachel Zegler as main lead

2021年7月28日

Disney's Snow White live-action remake with Rachel Zegler as main lead

©Disney, Amblin Partners/Amblin Entertainment, 20th Century Studios Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite animated show? Who is your favorite Disney character? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remake /REE-meyk/ [noun] – a film that has a story and title similar to an old one The animated film is set to have a live-action remake next year. classic /KLAS-ik/ [adjective] – having a high quality or standard against which other things are judged It is one of the classic novels of all time. settle /SET-l/ [verb] – to reach a decision or an agreement…
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Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix film “Fatherhood”

2021年7月27日

Kevin Hart reveals his serious side on Netflix movie Fatherhood

©Philippe Bosse via Netflix Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite movie? Who is your favorite actor/actress? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. star /stahr/ [verb] – if a film, play, etc. stars someone, or if someone stars in a film, play, etc., they are the main actor in it “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” stars Rachel Zegler as the main character. show off /SHOH-awf/ [phrasal verb] – to behave in a way that is intended to attract attention or admiration, and that other people often find annoying Kevin showed off his impressive…
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Bars and restaurants in Ireland reopen to the public

2021年7月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are all bars and restaurants open in your country? Have you been to bars and restaurants since the pandemic started? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to let someone do something or let something happen; permit Jane wasn’t allowed to go with us to the cinema. accompany /uh-KUHM-puh-nee/ [verb] – to go with someone or to be provided or exist at the same time as something Children must be accompanied by adults. effectively /ee-FEK‐tiv-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is successful and achieves what you want…
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The United States: The only country without a paid parental leave program

2021年7月23日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of policy do you know about? Please tell me more about it. What types of leaves are included in your leave policy at work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – rich Although she was wealthy, she lived in a small house. nationwide /ney-shuhn-WAHYD/ [adjective] – existing or happening in all parts of a particular country A nationwide campaign against pollution began in the summer. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that have been…
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