Tag Archive: Culture & Travel – Beginner

©AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg 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 think historical sites help us understand past cultures and societies? Are conservation projects important for preserving our history and environment? 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。 educational /ej-oo-KEY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to the process of educating or the quality of being educational This book is very educational for young students. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or assets; rich The wealthy family lives in a big house. city /SIT-ee/ [noun] – a large town with many buildings and people She moved…
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©REUTERS/Eva Manez 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。 Are festivals a good way to bring people together? Have you ever traveled to another city or country to attend a festival? 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。 involve /in-VOLV/ [verb] – to include or engage as a necessary part or consequence The job involves a lot of travel. lively /LAHYV-lee/ [adjective] – full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting The lively music made everyone dance. truck /truhk/ [noun] – a large road vehicle that is used for transporting large amounts of goods The trucks arrived…
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©REUTERS 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 seen a parade that happens on water? Do some cars can drive both on land and in water? 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。 current /KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing now; in the present time The current weather is perfect for a day at the beach. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – machines, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on roads Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people look for eco-friendly transportation options. organizer /AWR-guh-nahy-zer/ [noun] – a…
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©REUTERS/Amel Emric 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 Vincent van Gogh? Do you enjoy visiting parks? 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。 village /VIL-ij/ [noun] – a group of houses and other buildings that is smaller than a town, usually in the countryside The village was surrounded by lush green hills and a river. hometown /HOHM-toun/ [noun] – the town or city that a person is from, especially the one in which they were born and lived while they were young After many years abroad, she returned to her hometown to…
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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 Ernest Hemingway and his writing style? Do you know of any authors who have had a significant influence on literature or culture? 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。 celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to show that something is important or good by doing something special We will celebrate her birthday with a big party. birth /burth/ [noun] – the time when a baby is born The baby’s birth was announced in the newspaper. literature /LIT-er-uh-cher/ [noun] – written works, especially those considered to have high artistic…
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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 enjoy summer? Do you like going outside? 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。 frozen /FROH-zuhn/ [adjective] – changed into ice or very cold because of being frozen We had a frozen dessert after dinner. extremely /ik-STREEM-lee/ [adverb] – to a very great degree; very It is extremely hot today, so wear light clothes. manage /MAN-ij/ [verb] – to be in charge of or to handle something He is managing the store very well. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – ways of doing something or techniques She tried different methods…
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©REUTERS/Shamil Zhumatov 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 heard of bike polo? Do you like playing traditional sports? 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。 traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – following or belonging to the customs or ways of behaving that have continued in a group of people or society for a long time without changing Many families have a traditional meal on holidays. score /skawr/ [verb] – to win or get a point, goal, etc. in a competition, sport, or game She managed to score the winning goal in the last minute. crash /krash/…
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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 have a pet? What kind of pet is most common in your country? 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。 population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people living in a particular country, area, or place The population of the small town increased significantly after the new factory opened, providing jobs for many residents. delicious /dih-LISH-uhs/ [adjective] – having a very pleasant taste or smell The cake she baked for the party was absolutely delicious, with rich chocolate flavor and creamy frosting. hire /hahyuhr/ [verb] – to employ or…
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©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli 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 collect anything as a hobby or passion? Do you believe collecting items can be a meaningful hobby? 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。 amazing /uh-MEY-zing/ [adjective] – extremely surprising It was amazing to see her solve the complex puzzle in under a minute. item /AHY-tuhm/ [noun] – one thing that is a part of a list or a collection of things Each item on the menu looked delicious, making it hard to choose just one. sign /sahyn/ [verb] – to write one’s name on something,…
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©REUTERS/Jose Manuel Ribeiro/File Photo 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 ridden a ship? Would you like to experience different cultures and cuisines at various ports? 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。 sail /seyl/ [noun] – the large sheets of fabric attached to the masts of a ship We watched in amazement as the sails filled with wind and expanded in the strong breeze sailor /SEY-ler/ [noun] – a person who works on a ship or boat, especially one who is responsible for the operation and navigation of the vessel She became a…
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