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2022年5月8日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. usefulness /YOOS-fuhl-ness/ [noun] – the quality or state of being useful Mr. Kent talked about the usefulness of artificial intelligence in his speech. fragrance /FREY-gruhns/ [noun] – a sweet or pleasant smell The fragrance of herbs put her in a good mood. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden I enjoy uncovering the mysteries of remote islands. elegance /EL-ih-guhns/ [noun] – the quality of being graceful and attractive in appearance or behavior It was Daniella’s elegance that left an impression on him. innocence /IN-uh-suhns/ [noun] – the quality of not having much experience…
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2022年5月5日
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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2022年5月5日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eventful /ih-VENT-fuhl/ [adjective] – full of interesting or important events Ben and Karen enjoyed an eventful week in Amsterdam. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [adjective] – to obey a law, rule, or custom My relatives, who are American citizens, observe Thanksgiving Day. ornament /AWR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – an object that is beautiful rather than useful This market offers Christmas ornaments at affordable prices. warrior /WAWR-ee-er/ [noun] – a soldier, usually one who has both experience and skill in fighting, especially in the past Thomas enjoys reading stories about Roman warriors. significance /sig-NIF-i-kuhns/ [noun] – importance He discussed the significance of…
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2022年5月5日
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2022年5月5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 usually travel during the Golden Week? Do you like rice cakes? 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。 national /NASH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to or typical of a whole country and its people, rather than to part of that country or to other countries The Philippine eagle is the national bird of the Philippines. traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – based on a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time Mrs. Sonia…
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2022年5月2日
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2022年5月2日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strategically /struh-TEE-juh-klee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to the achievement of long-term or overall aims and interests The seats are strategically placed for maximal viewing. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [verb] – to obey a law or rule, or celebrate a holiday or religious event in a traditional way Coming of Age Day is observed on the second Monday of January. constitution /kon-sti-TOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of political principles by which a state or organization is governed, especially in relation to the rights of the people it governs The US constitution was signed in 1787. prosperity…
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2022年5月2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 celebrate all holidays in the Golden Week? Which is your favorite holiday in the Golden Week? 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。 busy /BIZ-ee/ [adjective] – in a busy period, you have a lot of things to do Monday is the busiest day for me. sign /sahyn/ [verb] – to write your name on a document to show that you agree with it or that you have written it yourself Please sign your name at the end of the letter. nature /NEY-cher/ [noun] – all the animals…
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2022年5月2日
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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2022年4月23日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you prefer green tea to black tea? Why or why not? Where do you buy tea? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make something certain to happen We need to ensure that all attendees are at the venue by 7:00 p.m. provide /pruh-VAYD/ [verb] – to give someone something that they need Our company’s goal is to provide useful products for everyone. fair /fair/ [adjective] – If something is fair, it is reasonable and is what you expect or deserve The athletes would like a…
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