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Tiger Woods commits to continued golf career despite challenges

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of sports do you follow? What qualities are necessary for a professional athlete to maintain a long and successful career? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. committed /kuh-MIT-id/ [adjective] – dedicated or devoted to a cause or activity She is committed to finishing her studies before starting a new job. stroke /strohk/ [noun] – each of a series of consecutive movements in a sport such as golf or swimming His golf coach emphasized the importance of a smooth and consistent stroke on the putting green. major /MEY-jer/ [adjective] –…
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Tiger Woods commits to continued golf career despite challenges

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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。 Have you ever played golf? Is golf popular in your country? 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。 tournament /TOOR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – a competition for teams or single players in which a series of games is played, and the winners of each game play against each other until only one winner is left She has won several chess tournaments in her career. succeed /suhk-SEED/ [verb] – to achieve a desired outcome; to accomplish something With determination and hard work, she will succeed in her business. enter /EN-ter/ [verb] – to…
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Stray Kids prepares for comeback with electrifying London performance

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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. headline /HED-lahyn/ [verb] – to be the main performer or act in a show or event The famous comedian headlined the comedy festival with his hilarious stand-up routine. ensemble /ahn-SAHM-buhl/ [noun] – a group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together The orchestra’s ensemble included violins, cellos, flutes, and trumpets, creating a rich and harmonious sound. eclectic /ih-KLEK-tik/ [adjective] – deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources Her artwork showcased an eclectic mix of abstract paintings, sculptures, and digital art. garner /GAHR-ner/ [verb] – to gather or…
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Stray Kids prepares for comeback with electrifying London performance

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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What factors contribute to the rise in popularity of K-pop groups around the world? What kind of music do you listen to, and who is your favorite artist? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reality show /ree-AL-i-tee shoh/ [noun] – a television program about ordinary people who are filmed in real situations Many reality shows gain popularity for their dramatic and unpredictable plot twists. return to /rih-TURN too/ [phrasal verb] – to go or come back to a place or activity after being away from it for a period…
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Stray Kids prepares for comeback with electrifying London performance

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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams 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。 Are you familiar with the K-pop group Stray Kids? Have you ever followed a K-pop idol’s career? 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。 crowd /kroud/ [noun] – a large group of people gathered together, often for an event or gathering The concert drew a massive crowd of excited fans from all over the city. artist /AHR-tist/ [noun] – a person who creates art, such as painting, sculpture, music, literature, etc., often for aesthetic or expressive purposes She is a talented artist who specializes in abstract paintings. album…
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Simon Cowell seeks to revive UK boy bands

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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。 Can you name one boy band or musical group that has achieved international fame? Do you think they deserve their fame? 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。 interview /IN-ter-vyoo/ [noun] – a formal meeting where someone asks questions to find out information, especially for a newspaper, magazine, television or radio broadcast The actor gave an interview to discuss his upcoming movie. surprised /suh-PRAHYZD/ [adjective] – feeling or showing a sudden unexpected feeling or reaction She was pleasantly surprised by the birthday party her friends threw for her. voting /VO-ting/…
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Simon Cowell seeks to revive UK boy bands

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mogul /MOH-guhl/ [noun] – a powerful or influential person in a specific field, especially in business or entertainment The movie mogul announced plans to produce a series of blockbuster films over the next five years. catapult /KAT-uh-puhlt/ [verb] – to quickly move someone or something to a higher level of success or importance The young singer’s viral video helped catapult her to international stardom almost overnight. stratospheric /stra-tuh-SFEH-ruhk/ [adjective] – extremely high or great The company’s stratospheric profits this quarter exceeded all expectations. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being important, well-known, or noticeable The…
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Simon Cowell seeks to revive UK boy bands

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name any popular boy bands or musical groups that have achieved international fame? What do you think contributed to their success? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. split up /SPLIT uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to separate or disband After years of performing together, the band decided to split up and pursue solo careers. fame /feym/ [noun] – the state of being known or recognized by many people because of your achievements, skills, etc. The band’s album propelled them to international fame, leading to sold-out concerts worldwide. unlike /uhn-LAHYK/ [preposition]…
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