Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis
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Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis
©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinguished /dih-STING-gwisht/ [adjective] – used to describe a person, especially an older person, who looks formal, stylish, or has an excellent reputation The chef is a distinguished guest at the food festival. artistry /AHR-ti-stree/ [noun] – great skill in creating or performing something, such as in painting, music, or dancing Her dancing showed amazing artistry on the stage. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles The teacher is respected for her honesty and integrity. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time…
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Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis
©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched an acrobat perform in person or on TV? If so, what did the acrobat do? If not, would you like to? Have you ever seen someone fall while doing a performance or sport? If so, what happened next? If not, what do you think might happen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. well-known /WEL-nohn/ [adjective] – known or recognized by many people The Eiffel Tower is a well-known building in France. appreciate /uh-PREE-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to understand how good something or someone is…
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Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis
©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File 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 watched an acrobat perform in person or on TV? Have you ever seen someone fall while doing a performance or sport? 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。 famous /FEY-muhs/ [adjective] – known and recognized by many people That town is famous for its big summer fireworks show. problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a situation that causes difficulties I had a problem with my bike on the way home. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked, enjoyed, or supported by many people That singer is popular…
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Jurassic World Rebirth opens with new dinosaur story and surprises
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Jurassic World Rebirth opens with new dinosaur story and surprises
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a movie exciting or fun for you to watch? What kind of movie do you enjoy more: action, adventure, or science fiction? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consequence /KON-si-kwens/ [noun] – a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient He forgot his homework, and the consequence was a lower grade. T-rex /TEE-REKS/ [noun] – a large, strong dinosaur with sharp teeth, short arms, and a big head The T-Rex had very strong legs and sharp teeth. director /dih-REK-ter/ [noun]…
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Jurassic World Rebirth opens with new dinosaur story and surprises
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 watched a science fiction movie? Do you think mixing science and action makes a movie more fun? 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。 scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – a person who studies or works in science The scientist tested water in the river for pollution. company /KUHM-puh-nee/ [noun] – an organization that sells goods or services The company makes phones and sells them in many countries. cliff /klif/ [noun] – a high, steep side of a hill or mountain The man stood near the edge of the…
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Jurassic World Rebirth opens with new dinosaur story and surprises
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cardiovascular /kahr-dee-oh-VAS-kyuh-ler/ [adjective] – relating to the heart and blood vessels Exercise helps improve cardiovascular health in daily life. captivating /kAP-tuh-vey-ting/ [adjective] – holding your attention by being extremely interesting, exciting, or beautiful The artist made a captivating painting of the ocean. sinister /SIN-uh-ster/ [adjective] – making you feel that something bad or evil might happen The forest looked sinister in the fog. monstrous /MON-struhs/ [adjective] – very large, ugly, and frightening in appearance or character A monstrous creature appeared in the video game. commendable /kuh-MEN-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – deserving praise His commendable action helped the lost…
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Brad Pitt’s F1 movie debuts with authentic racing action and unprecedented Hollywood–Formula One collaboration
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authentic /aw-THEN-tik/ [adjective] – if something is authentic, it is real, true, or what people say it is The restaurant serves authentic Filipino food made with fresh ingredients. substantially /suhb-STAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – to a large degree or in a basic and important way The company’s profits increased substantially last year. phenomenal /fi-NOM-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extremely successful or special, especially in a surprising way The athlete gave a phenomenal performance in the finals. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – something that has never happened before The team’s victory was unprecedented in the history of the tournament. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective]…
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