Intermediate

Iraq hit by worst case of sand and dust storms

2022年5月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When was the time you have been caught out in bad weather (e.g., snowstorm)? Please tell me about your experience. How does the weather affect your mood? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vast /vast/ [adjective] – extremely big The national library has a vast collection of books. treatment /TREET-muhnt/ [noun] – the use of drugs, exercises, etc. to cure a person of an illness or injury Lily needs immediate dental treatment. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – existing very commonly or happening often Scientists note that this disease is more prevalent in…
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Four artworks of Surrealism explained

2022年5月9日

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©The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo / MOMAT/DNPartcom via BBC Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the different types of art in your country (e.g., ukiyo-e)? What do you think is the most popular artwork from your country and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. larva /LAHR-vuh/ [noun] – a young insect that has left its egg but has not yet developed wings, or the young of some animals Before we knew it, the eggs quickly hatched into larvae. overpower /oh-ver-POU-er/ [verb] – to defeat someone by having greater strength or power The…
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The language of Mother’s Day flowers

2022年5月8日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular flowers in your country? Which of these do you see most often? Does flower photography interest you? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scent /sent/ [noun] – a pleasant natural smell I just love the scent of pine trees! vary /VAIR-ee/ [verb] – if things of the same type vary, they are different from each other, and if you vary them, you cause them to be different from each other This restaurant offers milkshakes in varying flavors. affection /uh-FEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling…
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UK proposes regulations to make fake reviews illegal

2022年5月7日

Customer review satisfaction feedback survey concept, User give rating to service experience on online application, Customer can evaluate quality of service leading to reputation ranking of business.

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What concerns do you have when shopping online? What are the advantages of shopping online? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. propose /pruh-POHZ/ [verb] – to offer or suggest a possible plan or action for other people to consider We will propose some changes to the current process. misleading /mis-LEE-ding/ [adjective] – causing someone to believe something that is not true The news report contains much misleading information. look into /look IN-too/ [phrasal verb] – to examine the facts about a problem or situation They’re looking into the possibility of changing…
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Scientists in Cambridge rejuvenate a 53-year-old woman’s skin cells

2022年5月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What effective skin rejuvenation treatments do you know? Could you please tell me more about it? Why is it important to rejuvenate skin? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ultimate /UHL-tuh-mit/ [adjective] – most important, highest, last, or final Your ultimate goal is to perform well in the game. treatment /TREET-muhnt/ [noun] – the use of drugs, exercises, etc. to cure a person of an illness or injury This disease does not usually react to treatment. overcome /oh-ver-KUHM / [verb] – to defeat or succeed in controlling or dealing with something…
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A guide to Children’s Day in Japan

2022年5月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do on May 5 every year? What toys did you play with as a child? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. growth /grohth/ [noun] – The growth of a person, animal, or plant is its process of increasing in size. Robbie’s sisters were proud to witness his growth. symbol /SIM-buhl/ [noun] – a sign, shape, or object that is used to represent something else The four-leaf clover is a symbol of luck. power /POU-er/ [noun] – strength Everyone looked up to Julian for his power and kindness….
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Get in touch with nature on Greenery Day

2022年5月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like tea? Why? Do you like gardening? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reputation /rep-yuh-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the general opinion that people have about someone or something His work in Congress earned him a reputation for being dependable and hardworking. harvest /HAHR-vist / [verb] – to pick and collect crops, or to collect plants, animals, or fish to eat Winter wheat is harvested in the early summer in the United States. gardening /GAHRD-ning/ [noun] – the job or activity of working in a garden, growing and taking care…
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A day to experience history

2022年5月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is the Constitution Memorial Day usually celebrated in Japan? What do you know about Japan’s constitution? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sovereignty /SOV-rin-tee/ [noun] – the power of a country to control its own government The question of who should have sovereignty over the island is being debated. symbol /SIM-buhl/ [noun] – something that is used to represent a quality or idea Water is a symbol of life. state /steyt / [noun] – a country or its government The drought is particularly severe in the state. human rights /HYOO-muhn…
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The Golden Week

2022年5月2日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What holidays do you always look forward to? Please tell me more about them. What do you think is the most important holiday in your country and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. date back /deyt bak/ [phrasal verb] – to have existed for a particular length of time or since a particular time Washington’s official snowfall records date back to 1884. honor /ON-er/ [verb] – to show great respect for someone, esp. in public Mother’s Day is a special day to honor motherhood. entrance /EN-truhns/ [noun] – the right…
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DOLE opens 12,000 jobs for Filipinos on Labor Day 2022

2022年5月1日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular job-hunting websites in your country? In which of these industries are you most interested to work, electronics, fishing, or tourism? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nationwide /NEY-shuhn-WIDE/ [adverb] – existing or happening in all parts of a particular country The clothing store offers delivery service nationwide. overseas /OH-ver-SEEZ/ [adjective] – in, from, or to other countries The overseas students will arrive in the city at 8:00 a.m. demand /dih-MAND/ [verb] – to ask for something forcefully, in a way that shows that you do not…
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