Tag Archive: Culture & Travel
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2024年10月26日
©REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What civilization are you most interested in, and what aspects of its culture or history would you like to learn more about? If you could create your own museum, what theme would it have, and what artifacts would you include? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. construction /kuhn-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of building or developing a structure The construction of the new library is scheduled to begin next month. pharaoh /FAIR-oh/ [noun] – (the title of) a king of ancient Egypt Historians often study the reign…
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2024年10月26日
©REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inauguration /in-aw-gyuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – a formal ceremony or event marking the official opening of a significant establishment or institution The inauguration of the new library attracted many community members eager to explore the resources available. antiquity /an-TIK-wi-tee/ [noun] – an object that was created a very long time ago The museum features a collection of antiquities that offer insight into the daily lives of ancient civilizations. repatriate /ree-PEY-tree-eyt/ [verb] – to return someone or something to their own country After years abroad, the artist decided to repatriate her artwork to her hometown….
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2024年10月26日
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2024年10月26日
©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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2024年10月6日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are the advantages of taking a cruise vacation compared to other types of travel? What amenities or activities do you think are important to have on a cruise ship? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. voyage /VOI-ij/ [noun] – a long journey, especially by ship The crew prepared for their voyage across the Pacific Ocean. gearbox /GEER-boks/ [noun] – a mechanical device that contains gears and is used to change the speed or direction of a moving vehicle or machine The car’s gearbox needed to be replaced…
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2024年10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。 Have you ever been on a cruise? Are you familiar with the types of amenities available on cruise ships? 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。 unexpected /uhn-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected The unexpected arrival of guests left us scrambling to prepare extra food. cabin /KAB-in/ [noun] – a small room or compartment on a ship where passengers stay We stayed in a comfortable cabin during our cruise. continent /KON-tn-uhnt/ [noun] – one of the seven large land masses on the earth’s surface, surrounded, or mainly surrounded, by sea and…
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2024年10月6日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. continual /kuhn-TIN-yoo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening often; repeating The continual noise from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate. rudder /RUHD-er/ [noun] – a flat piece of wood or metal at the back of a boat or aircraft, moved from side to side in order to control the direction of travel The captain adjusted the rudder to change the direction of the ship. inaugural /in-AW-gyer-uhl/ [adjective] – marking the beginning of something, especially a formal event or series The inaugural flight of the airline’s new route was fully booked. amenity /uh-MEN-i-tee/ [noun] – desirable or useful…
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2024年10月6日
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2024年10月3日
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2024年10月3日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a famous beverage in your country? What do you know about the potential benefits of drinking wine, and why do you think some people believe it is good for health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. medieval /mid-EE-vuhl/ [adjective] – related to the Middle Ages (the period in European history from about AD 600 to AD 1500) The medieval castle stood proudly on the hill, showcasing its ancient architecture. monastery /MON-uh-ster-ee/ [noun] – a building in which monks live and worship The old monastery was known for its beautiful…
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