Tag Archive: science & technology – beginner

©REUTERS/Mike Blake 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 heard about any recent advancements in immersive digital experiences? Have you ever used any virtual reality or augmented reality devices? 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。 option /OP-shuhn/ [noun] – one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice We have several menu options to choose from for dinner tonight. display /dih-SPLEY/ [noun] – screens or visual interfaces The museum exhibit featured interactive displays showcasing various historical artifacts. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to think about, talk…
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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 what “cultured meat” is? Do you believe cultured meat could become a widely accepted alternative to traditional meat in the future? 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler / [adjective] – typical or conventional The bakery sells regular bread made with traditional ingredients, but they also offer gluten-free options for customers with dietary restrictions. effort /EF-ert / [noun] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something She put a lot of effort into her homework to get good grades. lab /lab/ [noun] – a…
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©Reuters 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 cave bones before? Do you think studying cave bones can help scientists learn about the history of animals or humans? 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。 central /SEN-truhl/ [adjective] – relating to or situated at the center The hotel is located in the central part of the city. cave /keyv/ [noun] – a natural underground chamber, typically a large and deep one We explored a mysterious cave filled with ancient paintings. bone /bohn/ [noun] – the hard tissue forming the skeleton of most…
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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。 Have you ever heard about the disappearance of Amelia Earhart’s plane and the mystery surrounding it? Do you believe you could become a female aviator? 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。 locate /loh-KEYT/ [verb] – to be in a particular place The GPS device can accurately locate your position on the map. mystery /MIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – something strange or not known that has not yet been explained or understood The ancient artifact poses a mystery to archaeologists, who are trying to decipher its purpose. search /surch/ [verb] – to…
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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 Apple’s products and innovations have had a significant impact on the tech industry? Would you agree that Apple stands out from other technology companies in terms of design and user experience? 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。 user /YOO-zer/ [noun] – someone who uses a product, machine, or service The new software update was designed to enhance the user experience for both beginners and advanced users. avoid /uh-VOID/ [verb] – to stay away from someone or something She decided to avoid the busy city center and…
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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 interested in space exploration and discoveries beyond Earth? Have you followed recent developments in space missions and astronaut activities? 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。 land /land/ [verb] – to (cause to) arrive on the ground or other surface after moving down through the air The plane will land at the airport in an hour. initial /ih-NISH-uhl/ [adjective] – the first or earliest in a series or sequence The initial phase of the construction project involves site preparation and foundation work. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/ [adjective] – needed in…
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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。 Have any areas of scientific research or breakthroughs captured your interest lately? Have you read any studies related to DNA? 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。 disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – (an) illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident The outbreak of a contagious disease led to widespread concern among the population. defend /dih-FEND/ [verb] – to protect someone or something against infections or harmful effects The vaccines helped to defend the population against the spread of influenza….
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©REUTERS/Sebastian Castaneda 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 in extraterrestrial life or aliens? Do you have a specific vision or idea of what extraterrestrial beings or aliens might look like? 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。 create /kree-EYT/ [verb] – to make or produce The artist carefully created a beautiful sculpture from a block of marble, showcasing intricate details. bone /bohn/ [noun] – any of the hard parts inside a human or animal that make up its frame The archaeologists discovered ancient animal bones during the excavation, providing insights into prehistoric life….
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©REUTERS/Antonio Bronic 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 or learned about the challenges involved in conserving endangered species in marine environments? Are there any marine conservation efforts in your area or region that you are aware of? 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。 illness /IL-nis/ [noun] – a serious health condition or disease The outbreak of an unknown illness among the cattle led to widespread concern among farmers in the region. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find or come across something that was previously unknown or unseen During the excavation, archaeologists…
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©REUTERS/Evan Garcia 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 heard of humanoid robots before? Have recent advancements in robotics impressed you? 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。 zone /zohn/ [noun] – an area, especially one that is different from the areas around it because it has different characteristics or is used for different purposes The park has a designated play zone for children. perform /per-FAWRM/ [verb] – to do an action or piece of work The skilled artisans will perform intricate woodcarving, meticulously shaping and refining the ornate furniture designs. mention /MEN-shuhn/ [verb] –…
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