Tag Archive: science & technology – beginner

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 any AI technologies that help with waste management? Would you support the use of AI in waste management? 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/ [verb] – to follow the movement or progress of something or someone The wildlife conservation team uses GPS collars to track the movements of endangered species in their natural habitats. effort /EF-ert/ [EF-ert] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something She put a lot of effort into preparing for her upcoming exam. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb] – to…
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©PBS News Hour 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 used social media platforms like Twitter or Instagram? Have you heard of Meta’s Threads app? 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。 gain /geyn/ [verb] – to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time She studied hard to gain knowledge and improve her grades in school. competitor /kuhm-PET-i-ter/ [kuhm-PET-i-ter] – a person, team, or company that is competing against others She trained hard to prepare for the upcoming…
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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 know about end-to-end encryption? Have you used messaging apps that are known to have end-to-end encryption? 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。 argue /AHR-gyoo/ [verb] – to give the reasons for your opinion about the truth of something or to explain why you believe something should be done She argued that eating fruits and vegetables every day is important for maintaining good health. whether /HWETH-er/ [conjunction] – (used especially in reporting questions and expressing doubts) if, or not I’m not sure whether I should go to the…
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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。 Are you familiar with some prehistoric animals? Did you know about gigantic animals that lived millions of years before us? 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。 discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time, or the thing that is found The hiker stumbled upon a hidden waterfall during her expedition, a delightful discovery in the wilderness. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals or plants in which the members have similar characteristics to each other and can…
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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。 Is bird flu considered a global health concern? Do you think it is possible for bird flu to cause a pandemic similar to other infectious diseases? 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。 scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an expert who studies or works in one of the sciences The scientist conducted experiments in the laboratory to understand the chemical reaction. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [VAHY-ruhs] – an extremely small piece of organic material that causes disease in humans, animals, and plants The virus can spread from person to person through coughing and…
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©China National Space Administration 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 heard about a mission to the moon before? Do you know which country is planning a mission to the moon? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search a place and discover things about it The best way to explore the countryside is on foot. communication /kuh-myoo-ni-KEY-shuhn / [noun] – the act of communicating with people With no decent phone signal, communication is difficult. create /kree-EYT/ [verb] – to make something new or invent something The Bible says…
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©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ 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 commercial space missions? If you had the opportunity, would you go on one? 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。 military /MIL-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – relating to or belonging to the armed forces The General is a decorated military veteran, having served in several overseas deployments and earned numerous accolades for bravery. partnership /PAHRT-ner-ship/ [noun] – the state of being a partner The international organizations formed a global partnership to address climate change and implement sustainable development practices worldwide. advance /ad-VANS/ [verb] – to go or…
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©Getty Images 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 studied the environmental impact of nuclear waste? Do you believe that nuclear waste poses a significant threat to human health and 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed It is important to recycle paper and plastic bottles to reduce waste and protect the environment. environment /en-VAHY-ruhn-muhnt/ [noun] – the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals, and…
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©ADAI/University of Coimbra 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 believe firefighting drones can effectively suppress and control wildfires? Have you witnessed a firefighting drone successfully extinguishing a wildfire? 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。 vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on land My father drives a blue vehicle to work every day. manage /MAN-ij/ [verb] – to succeed in doing or dealing with something, especially something difficult Sarah was able to manage her time effectively, completing all her homework while…
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©NYU Langone Health 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 fertility preservation? Is it common in your country for people to delay starting a family? 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。 recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – in the near past or a short time ago I recently watched a new movie at the theater with my friends. birth /burth/ [burth] – the time when a baby or young animal comes out of its mother’s body My sister is excitedly preparing for the birth of her first baby next month. freeze /freeze/ [verb] –…
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