New eyeglass lenses approved to slow childhood nearsightedness
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New eyeglass lenses approved to slow childhood nearsightedness
©(Luxottica via 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。 Is it hard for you to see things that are far away? Do you think spending more time indoors can affect health? 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。 estimate /ES-tuh-meyt/ [verb] – to make a guess about the size, number, or amount of something Scientists estimate that the project will take six months to complete. develop /dih-VEL-uhp/ [verb] – to begin to have an illness or problem Some children develop sleep problems when they do not get enough rest. screen /skreen/ [noun] – a flat surface…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options
Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What common exercises are usually featured in fitness programs? How do these exercises help people stay active? What reasons have people given for choosing home-based workouts? When might home workouts be more helpful than gym visits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perpetuate /per-PECH-oo-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to continue The program tried to perpetuate regular exercise among beginners. delineate /dih-LIN-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to clearly describe or show something Coaches delineate each step so learners understand the correct form. preeminent /pree-EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – more important or powerful than others in…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options
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 simple exercises in fitness programs? Do people have reasons for doing home workouts? 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。 attainable /uh-TEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – possible to achieve. A short workout is attainable for many people. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – not too strong or too weak; in the middle. A moderate workout is easy for beginners. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make something steady Weights can help stabilize the body in some exercises. emphasize /verb/ [EM-fuh-sahyz] – to show that something is important Trainers emphasize good form in workouts. technique…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death caused by an accident, disaster, or dangerous event The storm caused one fatality in a small coastal town. misidentification /mih-sy-den-tuh-fi-KAY-shun/ [noun] – the act of recognizing or naming something incorrectly A misidentification of chemicals in the lab led to a temporary safety alert. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – safe to eat The guide showed which plants in the forest were edible during the survival class. nausea /NAW-zee-uh/ [noun] – a feeling of sickness in the stomach The passenger felt nausea during the long boat ride across the lake. amatoxin /a-muh-TOK-sin/ [noun]…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings
Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of forests or nature after heavy rain? What safety rules do you usually follow when exploring parks or outdoor places? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – very serious or very strong The patient experienced severe pain after the accident. advisory /ad-VAHY-zuh-ree/ [noun] – an official notice that gives important information or a warning A travel advisory warned tourists about safety risks during the holiday season. toxin /TOK-sin/ [noun] – a harmful substance that can cause illness or damage Scientists found…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings
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 seen mushrooms growing outside? Have you ever heard a warning about food or nature before? 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。 outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an event or action The final outcome of the meeting was a new plan for the project. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – the state of not working or not succeeding The report explained that long-term pollution can cause lung failure in severe cases. mistake /mi-STEYK/ [noun] – an action or decision that is wrong The teacher said…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop
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 think cold weather can be hard for some animals? Do you think pets need extra care during winter? 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。 advice /ad-VAHYS/ [noun] – guidance or suggestions about what to do The doctor gave advice on how to prevent dehydration during hot weather. fur /fur/ [noun] – the hair on the body of an animal The rabbit’s fur became thicker as spring ended and the weather changed. risk /risk/ [noun] – the chance of something dangerous or harmful happening Drivers face a higher…
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