Advanced technology revives ancient artifacts at Beijing’s Palace Museum
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Advanced technology revives ancient artifacts at Beijing’s Palace Museum
©(AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) 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。 Would you like to see old objects from the past? Would you enjoy working to fix old objects? 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。 former /FAWR-mer/ [adjective] – used to describe something that existed or happened in the past but no longer does This former school building is now a community center. modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – relating to the present time or recent times; using the newest ideas or technology The hospital uses modern machines to treat patients. repair /ri-PAIR/ [verb] – to fix something…
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Advanced technology revives ancient artifacts at Beijing’s Palace Museum
©(AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. glazed /gleyzd/ [adjective] – covered with a smooth, shiny surface or coating (often made of glass or ceramic) The museum is restoring a glazed vase found in an ancient tomb. imperial /im-PEER-ee-uhl/ [adjective] – related to an empire or an emperor These clothes were worn by people in the imperial court. chromatic /kroh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – related to colors or the quality of colors The artist used chromatic adjustments to restore the faded fresco on the cathedral wall. convergence /kuhn-VUR-juhns/ [noun] – the act of coming together or merging The convergence of modern…
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Advanced technology revives ancient artifacts at Beijing’s Palace Museum
©(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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Ancient griffin head returns to Greece after decades
©(AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. repatriation /ree-pey-tree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of returning something to its country of origin The government’s efforts in the repatriation of ancient manuscripts strengthened diplomatic ties with neighboring countries. momentous /moh-MEN-tuhs/ [adjective] – very important or significant The launch of the new spacecraft was a momentous achievement for the country’s space program. symbolic /sim-BOL-ik/ [adjective] – representing something through symbols or meaningful gestures The lighting of the candle was a symbolic gesture of unity during the peace conference. divine /dih-VAHYN/ [adjective] – relating to or coming from a god or deity The priest…
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Ancient griffin head returns to Greece after decades
©(AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis) Beginner Intermediate Expert
Ancient griffin head returns to Greece after decades
©(AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis) 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 lost something important and later found it? Do you think objects from the past can teach us something important? 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。 site /sahyt/ [noun] – a place where something is located or takes place The construction workers gathered at the building site early in the morning. birthplace /BURTH-pleys/ [noun] – the place where something began or was started Kyoto is often called the birthplace of traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something done successfully with effort or…
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Ancient griffin head returns to Greece after decades
©(AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could see an ancient artifact from any time in history, what would you choose and why? Why do you think museums sometimes display items from other countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artifact /AHR-tuh-fakt/ [noun] – an object made by a human being, typically of cultural or historical interest The museum proudly displayed an artifact from an ancient civilization that had recently been discovered. strength /strengkth/ [noun] – the quality or state of being physically strong or having great power Her strength and determination helped…
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Wheeler refuge welcomes thousands of migrating cranes
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plentiful /PLEN-ti-fuhl/ [adjective] – existing in large quantities; abundant The market was stocked with plentiful fruits and vegetables, thanks to the summer harvest. enthusiast /en-THOO-zee-ast/ [noun] – a person who is very interested in and involved with a particular subject or activity Art enthusiasts visited the museum to admire the newly curated Renaissance exhibit. resurgence /ri-SUR-juhns/ [noun] – an increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence There has been a resurgence of interest in traditional crafts, such as pottery and weaving. dwindle /DWIN-dl/ [verb] – to gradually decrease in size, amount,…
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