Tomatina festival paints Bunol red with tomato fun and global cheers
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Tomatina festival paints Bunol red with tomato fun and global cheers
©REUTERS/Eva Manez Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of festivals do you know about from different cultures or countries? How do people in your country prepare for and celebrate festivals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spirited /SPIR-i-tid/ [adjective] – full of energy, enthusiasm, or liveliness The team gave a spirited performance at the championship game. manner /MAN-er/ [noun] – a way of doing something; the style or method She spoke in a calm and respectful manner during the meeting. firecracker /FAHYUHR-krak-er/ [noun] – a small explosive device that makes a loud noise and sometimes…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules
©REUTERS 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 seen a parade that happens on water? Do some cars can drive both on land and in water? 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。 current /KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing now; in the present time The current weather is perfect for a day at the beach. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – machines, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on roads Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people look for eco-friendly transportation options. organizer /AWR-guh-nahy-zer/ [noun] – a…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules
©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How important is it to preserve traditional events? What are some ways you personally try to reduce your environmental impact in daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. parade /puh-REYD/ [noun] – a public procession or celebration, often with people walking or in vehicles, typically held to mark a special event The children watched the colorful parade pass by their school. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a level of quality The new standards for safety were implemented across all factories. turnout /TURN-out/ [noun] – the number of people attending an…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules
©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt/ [adjective] – full of energy, life, or color; bright and lively The city’s vibrant nightlife attracts tourists from all over the world. amphibious /am-FIB-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – capable of functioning both on land and in water The military used amphibious vehicles to transport troops across the river. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to direct the way that a vehicle, esp. a ship or aircraft will travel, or to find a direction across, along, or over an area of water or land The captain skillfully navigated the ship through the narrow channel. cumbersome /KUHM-ber-suhm/ [adjective] –…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules
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Bosnian businessman transforms Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into nature park
©REUTERS/Amel Emric Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visionary /VIZH-uh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – having or showing clear ideas about what should happen or be done in the future The company’s visionary leader introduced innovative products that revolutionized the industry. concrete /KON-kreet/ [adjective] – clear and certain, or real and existing in a form that can be seen or felt The architect presented a concrete plan for the new building, detailing every aspect of the design. meadow /MED-oh/ [noun] – a field with grass and often wild flowers in it The deer grazed peacefully in the open meadow, surrounded by wildflowers. serendipitous /ser-uhn-DIP-i-tuhs/ [adjective]…
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Bosnian businessman transforms Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into nature park
©REUTERS/Amel Emric 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 Vincent van Gogh? Do you enjoy visiting parks? 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。 village /VIL-ij/ [noun] – a group of houses and other buildings that is smaller than a town, usually in the countryside The village was surrounded by lush green hills and a river. hometown /HOHM-toun/ [noun] – the town or city that a person is from, especially the one in which they were born and lived while they were young After many years abroad, she returned to her hometown to…
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Bosnian businessman transforms Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into nature park
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Bosnian businessman transforms Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ into nature park
©REUTERS/Amel Emric Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some famous parks in your city or country? What makes them unique? What do you know about Vincent van Gogh? Can you name some of his famous works or describe his style of painting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cottage /KOT-ij/ [noun] – a small house, usually in the countryside They spent their summer vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake. pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – repeated decorative designs or arrangements The blanket was made with colorful patterns and designs. swirl /swurl/ [noun] – patterns or…
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