Tag Archive: Culture & Travel

Curfew aims to reduce overtourism in Seoul’s historic hanok village

hanok village

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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Curfew aims to reduce overtourism in Seoul’s historic hanok village

hanok village

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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Curfew aims to reduce overtourism in Seoul’s historic hanok village

hanok village

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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Egypt opens new galleries in long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum

Egypt Musuem

©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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Egypt opens new galleries in long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum

Egypt Musuem

©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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Egypt opens new galleries in long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum

Egypt Musuem

©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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World’s first continual cruise to welcome passengers after Belfast repair delays

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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World’s first continual cruise to welcome passengers after Belfast repair delays

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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