South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory
©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What genre of books do you enjoy reading the most? Why? Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction? What do you think are the benefits of each? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. novelist /NOV-uh-list / [noun] – a person who writes novels The novelist spent years developing the characters for her new book. stock /stok/ [noun] – the goods or merchandise available for sale The store needs to reorder its stock of winter clothing. pride /prahyd/ [noun] – a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get because you…
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival
©AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or prove something clearly The teacher will demonstrate how to solve the math problem for the class. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns/ [noun] – continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties His perseverance helped him finish the race, even when he was tired. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to demonstrate or exemplify something clearly The teacher will illustrate the story with colorful pictures to help us understand. adversity /ad-VUR-si-tee/ [noun] – a difficult or unpleasant situation She faced much adversity when starting her new job, but she did not…
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival
©AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi 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。 Which qualities do you think make a musician talented? (Choose one or more: creativity, technical skill, stage presence, originality, dedication) Do talented musicians develop their skills through practice? 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。 pianist /pee-AN-ist/ [noun] – a person who plays the piano, especially professionally The pianist played beautifully at the concert. audience /AW-dee-uhns/ [noun] – the people who watch or listen to a performance The audience clapped after the show ended. stage /steyj/ [noun] – a raised area where performances happen The actor walked…
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival
©AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What qualities make a musician talented? How do talented musicians develop their skills? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the quality of being committed to a task or purpose Her dedication to studying helped her pass the exam. conquer /KONG-ker/ [verb] – to overcome or defeat He wants to conquer his fear of speaking in public. institution /in-sti-TOO-shuhn/ [noun] – an organization founded for a specific purpose, such as education or social services The school is an important institution for learning in our community….
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival
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Milan Fashion Week 2025: Designers embrace muted tones and nostalgia amid uncertainty
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Milan Fashion Week 2025: Designers embrace muted tones and nostalgia amid uncertainty
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. muted /MYOO-tid/ [adjective] – having a soft or subdued color; not bright or strong The walls were painted in a muted shade of blue that calmed the room. nostalgia /no-STAL-juh/ [noun] – a sentimental longing for the past, often in a wistful way She felt a sense of nostalgia when looking at old photographs from her childhood. reimagine /ree-i-MAJ-in/ [verb] – to think about something in a new or different way The artist decided to reimagine the famous painting using modern colors and shapes. deconstructed /dee-kuhn-STRUHK-tuhd/ [adjective] – broken down into parts to understand or analyze;…
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Milan Fashion Week 2025: Designers embrace muted tones and nostalgia amid uncertainty
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 prefer casual clothing over formal clothing? Is there a specific clothing style you like to wear? 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。 style /stile/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something, especially in art or fashion She likes to wear different styles of clothes. spirit /SPIR-it/ [noun] – distinctive atmosphere, mood, or character The festival captured the lively spirit of summer. material /muh-TEER-ee-uhl/ [noun] – the substance or substances from which a thing is made The dress is made from soft material like cotton. literature /LIT-er-uh-cher/…
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Milan Fashion Week 2025: Designers embrace muted tones and nostalgia amid uncertainty
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of clothing do you like to wear? Why do you prefer these styles over others? Who is your favorite fashion designer or brand? What do you admire most about their designs? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. timeless /TAHYM-lis/ [adjective] – not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion The story is timeless and can be enjoyed by everyone. fashion /FASH-uhn/ [noun] – a popular way of dressing during a particular time My sister loves fashion and always wears trendy clothes. relaxed /ri-LAKST/ [adjective] – free…
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