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 interested in ancient structures, monuments, or historical landmarks? Is your country home to any ancient structures or historical landmarks that people find fascinating or that attract 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。 laboratory /LAB-ruh-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a room or building with scientific equipment for doing scientific tests or for teaching science, or a place where chemicals or medicines are produced The scientists conducted experiments in the laboratory to analyze the chemical reactions. stream /streem/ [noun] – water that flows naturally along a fixed route formed by…
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©ESA/Euclid/Euclid Consortium/NASA 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 the word “telescope” before today? Do you think a telescope is used for looking at things up close? 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。 mystery /MIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – something strange or not known that has not yet been explained or understood The disappearance of the ancient artifact remains a mystery, baffling archaeologists and historians. hidden /HID-n/ [adjective] – not easy to find In the dense forest, there was a hidden path leading to a secluded waterfall. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search a place…
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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 a bedbug is? Have you ever encountered bedbug problems in your area or heard about them in the news? 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。 face /feys/ [verb] – to confront or deal with a difficult situation or problem She had to face her fear of public speaking. deal with /deel with/ [phrasal verb ] – to handle or manage a situation or problem The manager will deal with customer complaints. form /fawrm / [verb] – to create or establish something They decided to form…
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©Hindustan Times 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 there any specific space exploration projects or missions that you’re curious to learn more about? Do you believe various countries and organizations explore outer space due to specific reasons? 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。 attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – the act of trying to make or do something Despite several attempts, she couldn’t solve the challenging puzzle. trouble /TRUHB-uhl/ [noun] – problems or difficulties The car broke down on the way to the meeting, causing a lot of trouble for everyone. smart /smahrt/ [adjective] – Smart…
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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 seen a drone flying over a beach? Are you aware of any instances where drones have been used to address environmental issues, such as beach cleanup or wildlife monitoring? 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。 coast /kohst/ [noun] – the land next to or close to the sea We spent our vacation relaxing on the beautiful coast of California, enjoying the sun and the ocean breeze. shore /shawr/ [noun] – the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or wide river Families often gather on…
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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 used any AI-powered tools or software in your daily life? Do you think AI tools can enhance productivity and efficiency in various tasks? 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。 smart /smahrt/ [adjective] – having or showing quick intelligence or ready mental capability The smartphone is a smart device that can connect to the internet. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl / [noun] – a person who has the type of job that needs a high level of education and training The professional, identifiable by his white coat and stethoscope, is…
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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 there common uses for computer chips in technology? Do you know anything about the M3 chip? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to present or bring something new or unfamiliar to people Let me introduce you to my friend. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – the way in which something functions or the results achieved, often in terms of how well a task is completed The car’s performance on the test track was disappointing. demanding /dih-MAN-ding/ [adjective] – requiring a lot of effort, skill, or time…
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©JOE MCNALLY, NAT GEO IMAGE COLLECTION 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 curious about people who lived in ancient times, similar to early humans? Do you know about DNA and its significance in genetic research? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time After years of dedicated research, the archaeologist finally discovered the hidden tomb of an ancient pharaoh. ancient /EYN-shuhnt / [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time…
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©Leon Neal/Getty Images/FILE 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 a vaccine is? Have you ever heard about the importance of vaccines for staying healthy? 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] – illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident The flu is a contagious disease that can make people feel very sick. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something or to not prevent something from happening The teacher will allow the students…
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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 the scientists found something important in the old oceans of Earth? Have you ever come across a fossil of a miniature whale? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er / [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time The archaeologists were excited to discover a hidden chamber within the ancient pyramid. Earth /urth / [noun] – the planet third in order of distance from the sun, between Venus and Mars; the world on which we live The astronauts…
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