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2024年11月12日
©(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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2024年11月12日
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2024年11月11日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about archaeology? What tools or methods do archaeologists typically use in their work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sculpture /SKULP-cher/ [noun] – the art of making two- or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, especially by carving stone or wood The museum displayed an ancient sculpture carved from stone. dedicated /DED-i-key-tid/ [adjective] – believing that an activity or idea is important and giving a lot of energy and time to it She is dedicated to preserving the local history of her town. restoration /reh-str-AY-shn/ [noun] – the…
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2024年11月11日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archaeologist /ahr-kee-OL-uh-jist/ [noun] – someone who studies ancient societies by examining their buildings, tools, and other artifacts The archaeologist discovered artifacts that revealed new insights into ancient trade routes. unearth /uhn-URTH/ [verb] – to find something that was buried or hidden by digging or searching for it They plan to unearth relics that may provide clues about early settlements. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – having many small parts arranged in a complex way; detailed and complicated The artist’s painting featured intricate patterns that captivated viewers. representative /rep-ri-ZEN-tuh-tiv/ [noun] – typical of a large group of people or…
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2024年11月11日
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2024年11月11日
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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2024年11月6日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular tourist destinations in your country? If you could visit any famous tourist destination, where would you go and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dynasty /DAHY-nuh-stee/ [noun] – a line of hereditary rulers of a country or a powerful family that maintains power for a long period The Ming Dynasty is known for its significant contributions to Chinese culture and art. flock /flok/ [verb] – to gather or move in a large crowd towards a place Tourists flock to the beach each summer to enjoy the…
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2024年11月6日
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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2024年11月6日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vastly /VAST-lee/ [adverb] – very much The city has vastly improved its public transportation system over the last decade. curtail /ker-TEYL/ [verb] – to reduce in extent or quantity; to impose a restriction on The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts. skeptical /SKEP-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations Many people are skeptical of claims made without scientific evidence. proliferation /pruh-lif-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the fact of something increasing a lot and suddenly in number or amount The proliferation of online courses has changed the way people learn. hospitality /hos-pi-TAL-i-tee/…
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2024年11月6日
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