Tag Archive: Culture & Travel – Beginner

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you use social media to share your travel experiences? Would you prefer traveling by train or by plane? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 tourism /TOOR-iz-uhm/ [noun] – the activity of traveling for pleasure or business Many countries rely on tourism as a major source of income. incredible /in-KRED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – difficult to believe; extraordinary She gave an incredible performance during the concert. camel /KAM-uhl/ [noun] – a large animal with a long neck, that lives in the desert and has one or two humps (large raised areas…
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©AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you know what a novel is? What is your favorite novel? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 astronaut /AS-truh-nawt/ [noun] – a person trained to travel in space The astronaut floated in space. climate change /KLAHY-mit cheynj/ [noun] – long-term changes in the Earth’s climate, mainly due to human activities Climate change is causing more extreme weather events. humanity /hyoo-MAN-i-tee/ [noun] – all human beings collectively Humanity faces many challenges today. advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – progress or improvement in something New advancements in technology make…
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©(AP Photo/Felix Marquez) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever visited a farm? Is it important to educate younger generations about traditional farming techniques? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 floating /FLOH-ting/ [adjective] – resting or moving on the surface of a liquid without sinking The floating lanterns illuminated the night sky during the festival. lakebed /LEYK-bed/ [noun] – the bottom of a lake Divers explored the lakebed to find ancient artifacts. interest /IN-ter-ist/ [noun] – a feeling of wanting to know or learn about something She has a strong interest in learning…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you know about archaeology? Do archaeologists use tools or methods in their work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 uncover /uhn-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to find something hidden or unknown The archaeologists uncover ancient treasures from the past. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize or name something He can identify all the animals in the zoo. bury /BER-ee / [verb] – to place something underground We bury the old letters in a box. detail /DEE-teyl/ [noun] – a small part of something larger The artist paid attention to every…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Can you name one popular tourist destination in your country? If you could visit any famous tourist destination outside your country, where would you choose to go? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be important in history The city is known for its historic landmarks and rich cultural heritage. roof /roof/ [noun] – the covering that forms the top of a building, vehicle, or other object The roof of the house was covered with bright red tiles. courtyard /KAWRT-yahrd/ [noun] –…
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©REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever visited a museum? Would you be interested in visiting a museum that focuses on a specific civilization? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 gallery /GAL-uh-ree/ [noun] – a room or building that is used for showing works of art, sometimes so that they can be sold The art exhibit featured several modern galleries showcasing local talent. unknown /uhn-NOHN/ [adjective] – not known or familiar The source of the mysterious noise remained unknown to the villagers. attention /uh-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – notice, thought, or…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever drunk wine? Does your country produce wine? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 steep /steep/ [adjective] – rising or falling sharply; having a steep slope The hiker carefully navigated the steep path up the mountain. valley /VAL-ee/ [noun] – low areas of land between hills or mountains, often with a river or stream running through them The kids played in the valley near the river. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something She uses a new method to study for her tests. own…
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©REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Is affordable housing an important issue in your town or city? Can you name a well-known public garden or green space in your town or city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 antique /an-TEEK/ [noun] – something made in an earlier period that is collected and considered to have value because it is beautiful, rare, old, or of high quality She inherited a collection of valuable antiques from her grandmother. senior /SEEN-yer/ [noun] – elderly people or individuals of an advanced age, often retired The community center…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you been to Greece? What one word comes to mind when you think of Greece? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 tax /taks/ [noun] – a required payment to the government, often used to fund public services and infrastructure The government introduced a new tax on luxury cars to increase revenue. permanent /PUR-muh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – lasting or intended to last indefinitely without change The permanent residents of the small town enjoy a quiet and peaceful lifestyle throughout the year. peak season /peek SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the time of…
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