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Senior breakdancing takes center stage in Japan ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

2024年7月3日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon 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 you familiar with breakdancing? Have you ever considered watching the Olympics in person? 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。 track /trak/ [noun] – the rails and roadbed that trains run on The maintenance crew worked tirelessly to repair the track after the storm washed out a section of it. fitness /FIT-nis/ [noun] – the condition of being physically strong and healthy Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good fitness throughout life. routine /roo-TEEN/ [noun] – a set sequence of movements or actions…
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Senior breakdancing takes center stage in Japan ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

2024年7月3日

Breakdancing

©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If given the chance to influence the Olympics, what new sport or activity would you propose and why? What factors might influence a person to explore a completely new physical discipline later in life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. seize /seez/ [verb] – to take something quickly and keep or hold it After years of contemplation, she decided to seize the chance to travel around the world. exclusive /ik-SKLOO-siv/ [adjective] – restricted or limited to a select group of people The boutique offers exclusive designer clothing that is…
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Senior breakdancing takes center stage in Japan ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

2024年7月3日

Breakdancing

©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perception /per-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or opinion, often held by many people and based on how things seem Her perception of the city was shaped by the stories she had heard from friends who lived there. applause /uh-PLAWZ/ [noun] – the sound of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show enjoyment or approval of something such as a performance or speech When the students finished their presentation, they received loud applause from the audience. feat /feet/ [noun] – something difficult needing a lot of skill, strength, courage, etc. to achieve it The mountaineer’s…
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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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 think Mount Fuji is an important place in Japan? Do you think hikers face challenges when climbing Mount Fuji? 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。 spot /spot/ [noun] – available positions or places There are a few spots left for the last-minute climbers on Mount Fuji. overnight /OH-ver-nahyt/ [adjective] – for or during the night We decided to take an overnight trip to the mountains. prevent /pri-VENT/ [verb] – to stop something from happening or someone from doing something Wearing a helmet can help prevent head injuries….
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes Mount Fuji an important place in Japan? What are some challenges you think hikers might face when climbing Mount Fuji? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overcrowding /oh-ver-KROW-ding/ [noun] – when too many people are in one place, making it uncomfortable or unsafe The concert was canceled because of overcrowding. walk-in /WAWK-in/ [noun] – a person who arrives without an appointment The restaurant was so popular that even walk-ins had to wait for a table. financially /fi-NAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to money…
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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – a group of people with official responsibility for a particular area of activity: The local government’s authority includes overseeing public safety and managing infrastructure projects. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give someone the courage or confidence to do something My teacher always encourages me to do my best in school. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Adding colorful illustrations can enhance the attractiveness of the book. littering /LIT-er-ing/ [noun] – the act of leaving rubbish in a public place Littering in the park is not…
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Controversy surrounds barrier blocking Mt. Fuji view amid tourist influx

2024年5月31日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think popular tourist destinations can affect the local communities and environments where they are located? In what ways do you think a surge in tourism could benefit a country’s economy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. obscure /uhb-SKYOOR/ [verb] – to hide or conceal from view The thick fog obscured the view of the mountains, making it difficult for hikers to see the trail ahead. nuisance /NOO-suhns/ [noun] – something or someone that annoys you or causes trouble for you Loud neighbors can be a significant…
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