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A mysterious ancient ‘dragon man’ has been discovered and has joined the human family tree

2021年10月6日

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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 like watching videos about discoveries? Are you familiar with the human species? 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。 generation /jen-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people of about the same age within a society or within a particular family The older generation doesn’t like pop music. previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else We had met on two previous occasions. ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time People have lived in this…
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Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tranquility /trang-KWIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a peaceful, calm state, without noise, violence, worry, etc A day at the beach is all I need to gain tranquility. masterpiece /MAS-ter-piece/ [noun] – a work of art such as a painting, film, or book that is made with great skill I believe that Kokoro is Natsume Sōseki’s masterpiece. aroma /uh-ROH-ma/ [noun] – a strong, usually pleasant smell She loves the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened Sheena’s natural…
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Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you keep indoor plants? Why or why not? What type of art do you appreciate? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. patience /PEY-shuhns/ [noun] – the ability to wait, or to continue doing something despite difficulties, or to suffer without complaining or becoming annoyed: Humans develop patience as they grow older. understanding /uhn-der-STAN-ding / [noun] – knowledge about a subject, situation, etc. or about how something works Ann has a deep understanding of life. vision /VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – an idea or mental image of something My…
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Escape into an orchid haven in Tokyo

2021年9月30日

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©teamLab Planets via CNN 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 see a lot of orchids in your city? How many museums are located in your city? 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。 nature /NEY-cher/ [noun] – all the animals, plants, rocks, etc. in the world Being around nature calms me down. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search and discover (about something) My friends and I are going to explore the new mall. approach /uh-PROHCH/ [verb] – to come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount The boy…
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The carless hamlets of Italy

2021年9月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the main mode of transportation in your country? Which mode of transportation is the most comfortable for you and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steep /steep/ [adjective] – (of a slope) rising or falling at a sharp angle This path leads to a steep hill. debate /dih-BEYT/ [noun] – (a) serious discussion of a subject in which many people take part Residents had a debate about the community’s future policies. practical /PARK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination Kanata…
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The carless hamlets of Italy

2021年9月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hamlet /HAM-lit/ [noun] – a small village Despite its small population, the hamlet has a rich tradition. petition /puh-TISH-uhn/ [verb] – to make a formal request for something The townspeople petitioned for new street lights. burgeoning /BUR-juh-ning/ [adjective] – growing or developing quickly The city is flourishing with a burgeoning artists community. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering Although nervous, Anna remained steadfast during her ballet performance. mighty mite /MAHY-tee mahyt/ [noun, idiom] – something small but very strong or powerful There’s a shop in our city that sells mighty mite fireworks….
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The carless hamlets of Italy

2021年9月27日

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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。 How do you go to school/work? Which do you prefer, public or private transportation? 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。 on foot /on foot/ [phrasal verb] – walking I go to school on foot because I live near it. roadway /ROHD-wey/ [noun] – the part of the road on which vehicles drive The bus blocking the roadway caused a traffic jam this afternoon. cableway /KEY-buhl-wey/ [noun] – a transportation system in which goods are carried from a continuous moving cable The villagers transport food through a cableway. townspeople /TOUNZ-pee-puhl/…
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Lake Biwa’s symbol of ancient sushi

2021年9月20日

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©Tom Schiller via BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite type of sushi? Which place in Japan is famous for sushi? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specialize /SPESH-uh-lahyz/ [verb] – to offer a particular product or service more than any other, usually so that you have a good reputation for this product or service Our family specializes in fabric production. preserve /pri-ZURV/ [verb] – to keep something as it is, especially to prevent it from decaying or to protect it from being damaged or destroyed The organization’s goal is to preserve…
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Intermediate

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