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Discover the hidden gem of Tokyo’s Minami-Azabu District
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 eaten at a Chinese restaurant before? Have you heard of any famous Chinese restaurants in your area? 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。 district /DIS-trikt / [noun] – an area of a country or town that has fixed borders that are used for official purposes, or that has a particular feature that makes it different from surrounding areas The school is located in the downtown district of the city. peaceful /PEES-fuhl/ [adjective] – quiet and calm The park is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy…
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Discover the hidden gem of Tokyo’s Minami-Azabu District
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plethora /PLETH-er-uh/ [noun] – a very large amount of something, especially a larger amount than you need, want, or can deal with My friend has a plethora of books in his library, ranging from science fiction to history. crave /kreyv/ [verb] – to have a very strong feeling of wanting something My sister often craves chocolate when she’s feeling stressed or anxious, and she says it helps her feel better. exquisite /ik-SKWIZ-it/ [adjective] – very beautiful and delicate Last night, we went to an exquisite restaurant in the city and had the most delicious meal I’ve…
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Hiroshima hosts G-7-themed “Okonomiyaki” meals
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 okonomiyaki? When was the last time that you had okonomiyaki? What was it? 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。 local /LOH-kuhl / [adjective] – pertaining to or characterized by place or position in space; spatial. He is not local to this area. culture /KUHL-cher/ [noun] – the quality in a person or society that arises from a concern for what is regarded as excellent in arts, letters, manners, scholarly pursuits, etc. I learned about Japanese culture at the university. sour /SOR-er / [adjective] – having an…
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Hiroshima hosts G-7-themed “Okonomiyaki” meals
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. endorse / en-DAWRS/ [verb] – to make a public statement of your approval or support for something or someone The famous chef endorsed the new line of kitchen appliances, praising their innovative features and high-quality performance. conceive / kuhn-SEEV/ [verb] – to bring a thought or idea into being; imagine She conceived a brilliant idea for a new smartphone app that could revolutionize how people manage their daily tasks. embody / em-BOD-ee/ [verb] – to represent a quality or an idea exactly The statue of liberty embodies the spirit of freedom and democracy, standing as a…
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Hiroshima hosts G-7-themed “Okonomiyaki” meals
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you eat okonomiyaki? What food is popular in your country? Please describe it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the act or fact of surviving, especially under adverse or unusual circumstances. The survival rate for younger cancer patients has improved dramatically. atomic /uh-TOM-ik/ [adjective] – of, pertaining to, resulting from, or using atoms, atomic energy, or atomic bombs: an atomic explosion. Here is an atomic power plant. healing /HEE-ling/ [noun] – the process in which a bad situation or painful emotion ends or improves…
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The Emperor’s Birthday: A Celebration of Tradition and Unity
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited Japan during a public holiday? Which holiday was it, and what was your experience like? Which public holiday in Japan do you think is the most important? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief, principle, or way of acting that people in a particular society or group have continued to follow for a long time, or all of these beliefs, etc. in a particular society or group We have a tradition of baking gingerbread cookies together every holiday season. current /KUR-uhnt/…
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The Emperor’s Birthday: A Celebration of Tradition and Unity
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The Emperor’s Birthday: A Celebration of Tradition and Unity
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 participated in any of the traditional customs associated with a public holiday in Japan? Are public holidays in Japan celebrated on the same day every year? 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。 cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society: Our school has a cultural festival every year where students can share their traditions and customs with others. admire /ad-MAHYUHR/ [verb] – to find someone or something attractive and pleasant to look at I admire my grandmother for all…
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