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2025年3月5日
©Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of events bring famous people together? Why do you think celebrities attend special gatherings before an award ceremony? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nominee /NOM-uh-nee/ [noun] – someone who has been officially suggested for a position, honor, or award She was a nominee for the best singer award at the ceremony. reception /ri-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – a formal social event where guests are welcomed The hotel held a special reception for its new guests. structured /STRUHK-cherd/ [adjective] – carefully arranged or organized in a particular way The…
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2025年3月5日
©Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP 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 awards show? Would you like to attend a glamorous event? 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。 prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – very much respected and admired, usually because of being important or of high quality The school won a prestigious award for best students. agenda /uh-JEN-duh/ [noun] – a list of things to do or discuss at a meeting The teacher wrote today’s agenda on the board. unity /YOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the state of being joined together or in agreement The team won…
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2025年3月2日
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 awards given for entertainment and public service to recognize contributions? Have any famous entertainers or public figures you know won awards? 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。 essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential for life. impact /im-PAKT/ [verb] – to have a strong effect on someone or something His words impacted my decision. collective /kuh-LEK-tiv/ [adjective] – done by people working together The team made a collective effort to win. nominee /nom-uh-NEE/ [noun] – a person who is chosen for an award or position…
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2025年3月2日
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2025年3月2日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened The athlete showed resilience by training hard after losing the championship. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – more careful attention, especially to notice possible danger The security guard’s vigilance prevented a robbery at the store. astonishment /uh-STON-ish-muhnt/ [noun] – very great surprise The students looked at the magician in astonishment after his amazing trick. entrenched /en-TRENCHT/ [adjective] – fixed firmly or securely so that it is difficult to change The country has entrenched traditions that have existed for centuries….
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2025年3月2日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think awards are given for entertainment and public service? Who are some famous entertainers or public figures you know who have won awards? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. advocacy /AD-vuh-kuh-see/ [noun] – public support for an idea, plan, or way of doing something His advocacy for clean energy helped the city reduce pollution. democratic /dem-uh-KRAT-ik/ [adjective] – based on the principles of democracy, where people have the right to choose leaders or make decisions The country held a democratic election where everyone could vote. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb]…
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2025年1月31日
©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think creative works, like movies or music, can impact people’s lives or emotions? Why should achievements be recognized? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplary /ig-ZEM-pluh-ree/ [adjective] – very good and suitable to be copied or admired Her exemplary work in the project inspired the entire team. portrayal /pawr-TREY-uhl/ [noun] – the way someone or something is represented in a book, film, or play His portrayal of the king in the play was unforgettable. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to art or artists She displayed her…
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2025年1月31日
©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplify /ig-ZEM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to be a typical example of something or show something very clearly Her dedication to teaching exemplifies the qualities of a great educator. illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/ [adjective] – famous, well-respected, and admired for past achievements The scientist’s illustrious career included groundbreaking research in environmental science. accolade /AK-uh-leyd/ [noun] – praise and approval; an award for an achievement Winning the award was the highest accolade of his career. versatility /vur-suh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to adapt or be used for many different things His versatility as a musician allows him to play…
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2025年1月31日
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2025年1月31日
©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP 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 enjoy watching theater performances or movies? Have you ever been inspired by a musician or actor? 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。 remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning Her speech was remarkable and inspired everyone in the audience. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something that you give or do to help achieve a goal or improve a situation His contribution to the school project made it a success. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – the act of entertaining people by dancing,…
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