Tokyo remembers earthquake from 100 years ago, urges preparedness
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Tokyo remembers earthquake from 100 years ago, urges preparedness
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of ‘earthquake’? What are the potential consequences of a major earthquake? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tragedy /TRAJ-i-dee/ [noun] – a very sad event or situation, especially one involving death or suffering The earthquake was a great tragedy, resulting in the loss of many lives and widespread destruction. claim /kleym/ [verb] – to cause the death of or take the lives of a significant number of people The deadly virus claimed the lives of thousands across the country. beneath /bih-NEETH/ [preposition] – in…
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Tokyo remembers earthquake from 100 years ago, urges preparedness
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 experienced an earthquake? Do you take any measures to prepare for disasters, such as earthquakes? 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。 alarm /uh-LAHRM/ [noun] – a warning of danger, usually a loud noise or flashing light The smoke alarm went off, alerting the residents to the presence of a fire in the building. scary /SKAIR-ee/ [adjective] – describe something that causes fear, unease, or anxiety The old, abandoned house at the end of the street always gave the children a scary feeling. warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] –…
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Yamanashi governor proposes light rail system for Mount Fuji
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Yamanashi governor proposes light rail system for Mount Fuji
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. amid /uh-MID/ [preposition] – in the middle of or surrounded by The negotiations took place amid the bustling atmosphere of the city’s financial district. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage The excessive use of pesticides can be detrimental to the health of both humans and the environment. influx /IN-fluhks/ [noun] – the fact of a large number of people or things arriving at the same time The opening of the new shopping mall led to a significant influx of shoppers into the area. strive /strahyv/ [verb] – to try very hard to do something…
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Yamanashi governor proposes light rail system for Mount Fuji
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about Mount Fuji? What do you think makes Mount Fuji a popular destination for both tourists and locals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. propose /pruh-POHZ/ [verb] – to offer or suggest a possible plan or action for other people to consider The committee will propose a new policy to address the environmental concerns raised by the community. ease /eez/ [verb] – to make or become less severe, difficult, unpleasant, painful, etc. The company introduced new software to ease the process of managing inventory…
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Yamanashi governor proposes light rail system for Mount Fuji
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 Mount Fuji in person? Is climbing Mount Fuji a common activity for tourists? 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。 replace /ri-PLEYS/ [verb] – to take the place of something, or to put something or someone in the place of something or someone else They replaced the old machinery with state-of-the-art equipment to improve efficiency in the factory. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [verb] – to order, limit, or rule something, or someone’s actions or behaviour The manager had to control the situation when the disagreement escalated. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb]…
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Bolder brown bears roam freely in Sapporo’s urban areas
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. residence /REZ-i-duhns/ [noun] – a place where someone lives or resides After years of traveling, she finally found a peaceful residence in a quaint cottage by the lake. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to assign or credit a certain quality or characteristic to a particular cause or source Her success in the competition was attributed to her rigorous training regimen and unwavering determination. prompt /prompt/ [verb] – to cause or stimulate a particular action or response Her impassioned speech on climate change prompted many in the audience to join environmental initiatives. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a specific…
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Bolder brown bears roam freely in Sapporo’s urban areas
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 bears in person? Have you ever witnessed wildlife in its natural habitat? 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。 bold /bohld/ [adjective] – displaying a willingness to take risks or to be more daring; showing a lack of fear or hesitation The deer in the neighborhood used to be timid, but now they’re displaying bolder behavior, approaching houses and gardens without much hesitation. increase /IN-krees/ [noun] – a rise or growth in quantity, size, or degree The increase in demand for renewable energy sources has led to…
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Bolder brown bears roam freely in Sapporo’s urban areas
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you seen bears in person? Can you share any distinctive features or characteristics that come to mind? Where specifically in your country can you encounter wildlife? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – gradual and consistent, without significant fluctuations or sudden changes Her steady dedication to her studies paid off, as she consistently achieved high grades throughout the semester. link /lingk/ [verb] – to connect or join one thing to another The scientists found that the rise in sea temperatures was linked to the decline in the…
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