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Japan celebrates National Foundation Day

2022年2月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commemorate /kuh-MEM-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to show honor to the memory of an important person or event in a special way The celebrations commemorated the school’s 20th anniversary of its founding. predecessor /PRED-uh-ses-er/ [noun] – someone who had a job or a position before someone else, or something that comes before another thing in time or in a series My predecessor held this position for a total of twelve years. throne /throhn/ [noun] – the state of being a ruler Charles is the rightful heir to the throne. descendant /dih-SEN-duhnt/ [noun] – a person who is related…
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Japan celebrates National Foundation Day

2022年2月11日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you celebrate National Foundation Day? Why do people celebrate National Foundation Day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [noun] – a very difficult task that you can do only by making a great effort It was a struggle for him to work with his manager. encounter /en-KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to experience something, especially something unpleasant When did you first encounter these? patriotism /PEY-tree-uh-tiz-uhm/ [noun] – the feeling of loving your country more than any others and being proud of it Patriotism is simply the love for your…
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Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima

2021年12月12日

Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima (1)

©University of Georgia 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 seen a wild animal? Do you think you are friendly to the environment? 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。 population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people or animals of a particular type or group who live in one country, area, or place The elephant population is declining. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [noun] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time The scientists finally discovered a cure for the disease. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause harm You…
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Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima

2021年12月12日

Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima (1)

©University of Georgia Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animal best represents your character? Please explain. What particular animals have become famous in your country for some special skill or accomplishment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left in a particular place or condition, usually forever The abandoned building is said to be haunted. calamity /kuh-LAM-i-tee/ [noun] – a serious accident or bad event causing damage or suffering That earthquake was the worst calamity in the country’s history. discharge /dis-CHAHRJ/ [verb] – to send out a substance, especially waste liquid or gas…
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Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima

2021年12月12日

Thriving wildlife in deserted areas around Fukushima (1)

©University of Georgia Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. thriving /THRAHY-ving/ [adjective] – growing, developing, or being successful The country aims for a thriving economy after suffering from the pandemic. catastrophe /kuh-TAS-truh-fee/ [noun] – a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction The Super Typhoon Yolanda was one of the most destructive catastrophes that hit the Philippines. deserted /dih-ZUR-tid/ [adjective] – if a place is deserted, there are no people in it The deserted area was filled with pests. casualty /KAZH-oo-uhl-tee/ [noun] – a person injured or killed in a serious accident or war The driving training aims to reduce…
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3 splendid places to witness Tokyo’s fall colors

2021年12月4日

3 splendid places to witness Tokyo's fall colors

©Marufish/Flickr Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splashy /SPLASH-ee/ [adjective] – attracting attention, particularly colorful or showy The dress was printed with splashy flowers. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or judge something in a particular way Several factors are deemed necessary to produce a good output of the project. catch a glimpse (of something/someone) /KACH-uh-GLIMPS-uhv-SUHM-thing/ [idiom] – to see someone or something very briefly or suddenly Many had waited for hours to catch a glimpse of him. glory /GLAWR-ee/ [noun] – great beauty, or something special or extremely beautiful, that gives great pleasure They want to restore the castle to its…
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3 splendid places to witness Tokyo’s fall colors

2021年12月4日

3 splendid places to witness Tokyo's fall colors

©Marufish/Flickr 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。 What is your favorite place in Japan? What is your favorite season: summer, winter, spring, or autumn/fall? 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。 show up /SHOH-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to appear or be seen Please wear a light-colored dress that will show up on a dark background. capital /KAP-i-tl/ [noun] – a city that is the center of government of a country or smaller political area Beijing is the capital of China. downtown /DOUN-TOUN/ [adjective] – in or to the central part of a city Twenty people were…
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