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Exploring the profound influence of horror stories on human instincts and resilience

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. instinct /IN-stingkt/ [noun] – the way people or animals naturally react or behave, without having to think or learn about it Despite being lost in the forest, Sarah’s instinct told her to follow the sound of the river, which eventually led her back to safety. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future As the final exams approached, the students’ anticipation grew, and they eagerly studied and prepared for the upcoming challenges. confront /kuhn-FRUHNT/ [verb] – to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation…
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Exploring the profound influence of horror stories on human instincts and resilience

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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。 Do you like watching horror movies? Are horror movies generally intended to provoke feelings of fear and suspense in the audience? 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。 fear /feer/ [noun] – an unpleasant emotion or thought that you have when you are frightened or worried by something dangerous, painful, or bad that is happening or might happen Jane felt a sense of fear when she saw a spider crawling on her desk, so she quickly called her teacher for help. unknown /uhn-NOHN/ [adjective] – not known or familiar Exploring…
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Cinematic masterpiece

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. masterpiece /MAS-ter-pees/ [noun] – a work of art such as a painting, movie, or book that is made with great skill The painting that won first place in the art contest was truly a masterpiece, with its vivid colors and intricate details that left everyone in awe. trilogy /TRIL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a series of three books, plays, etc. written about the same situation or characters, forming a continuous story The “Lord of the Rings” trilogy is a classic set of books that tells the story of a hobbit’s journey to destroy a powerful ring and restore…
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Cinematic masterpiece

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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 watched any Marvel movies? Do Marvel movies often explore common themes and messages? 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。 fantastic /fan-TAS-tik/ [adjective] – extremely good The magician’s tricks were so fantastic that the audience couldn’t believe their eyes. scene /seen / [noun] – a part of a play or film in which the action stays in one place for a continuous period of time The dramatic scene in the movie where the hero confronts the villain had everyone on the edge of their seats. effect /ih-FEKT /…
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Cinematic masterpiece

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the most popular Marvel movies that have been released so far? What are some of the key themes and messages that are commonly explored in Marvel movies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. breathtaking /BRETH-tey-king/ [adjective] – extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising The view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking and I couldn’t help but take a picture to remember it forever. witness /WIT-nis/ [verb] – to see something happen I was able to witness a beautiful sunset on the beach yesterday. appreciation /uh-pree-shee-EY-shuhn /…
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The benefits of friendly competition

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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。 Do you like tennis? Do you believe in friendly competition? 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。 relationship /ri-LEy-shuhn-ship/ [noun] – the way in which two or more people feel and behave toward each other The two nations have been maintaining a friendly relationship. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – having the type of job that is respected because it involves a high level of education and training She wants to become a professional cook. competitor /kuhm-PET-i-ter/ [noun] – a person, team, or company that is competing against others She was the…
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The benefits of friendly competition

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rival /RAHY-vuhl / [noun] – a person, group, etc. competing with others for the same thing or in the same area She competed with her rival for a prize. jealousy /JEL-uh-see/ [noun] – a feeling of unhappiness and anger because someone has something or someone that you want Jealousy can suffocate any relationship. determine /dih-TUR-min/ [verb] – to control or influence something directly, or to decide what will happen The investigation will determine what really happened. hostility /ho-STIL-i-tee/ [noun] – an occasion when someone is unfriendly or shows that they do not like something He feels…
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The benefits of friendly competition

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of sports are popular in your country? Could you tell me about them? Could you tell me about your best friend? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. maintain /meyn-TEYN/ [verb] – to continue to have; to keep in existence, or not allow to become less We aim to maintain high standards of customer care. opponent /uh-POH-nuhnt / [noun] – a person who someone is competing against in a sports event He knocked his opponent down with a single blow. personality /pur-suh-NAL-i-tee/ [noun] – the type of person you are,…
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