Tag Archive: science & technology – beginner

©Foxconn 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 the term “artificial intelligence” (AI) before? Do you use any smart devices like smartphones, computers, or voice assistants that seem to “understand” and respond to your commands? 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 something new or invent something She created a beautiful painting using vibrant colors. industry /IN-duh-stree / [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing goods for sale, especially in a factory or special area The automotive industry is constantly evolving with…
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©ESA/Webb/NASA/CSA 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 Ring Nebula before? Do you know what makes scientists interested in studying celestial objects like the Ring Nebula? 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 something new or invent something The artist will create a beautiful painting using vibrant colors, expressing their creativity. dust /duhst / [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very small dry pieces of soil, sand, or other substances After the construction work, there…
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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 Elon Musk? Have you used ChatGPT? 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。 landscape /LAND-skeyp/ [noun] – the overall situation, environment, or context in which something exists or operates The evolving technological landscape has seen rapid advancements in AI applications across various industries, from healthcare to finance. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – movement to an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position The construction project is making steady progress, and the new building is taking shape. mystery /MIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – something strange or not known…
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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 usually drink coffee? Have you ever tried different brewing methods for coffee? 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。 decrease /dih-KREES/ [verb] – to become less, or to make something become less The temperature is expected to decrease significantly in the coming days. handle /HAN-dl/ [verb] – to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of It’s important to find someone who can handle the responsibilities of this job. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the people and activities involved in one type of business The fashion industry…
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©Brent Seales 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 “artificial intelligence” means? Have you heard about robots or computers that can think and learn like 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt / [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The ancient ruins of the temple held secrets from a time long ago. buried /BER-eed / [adjective] – located beneath or covered by something The buried treasure was hidden deep in the ground. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – the act of trying…
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©Courtesy Narin Chomphuphuang 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 tarantula? Is your country home to any unique species? 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。 expedition /ek-spi-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – an organized journey for a particular purpose The scientific expedition to the remote rainforest uncovered several new species previously unknown to science. 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 Through extensive research and fieldwork, the scientists were able to gain…
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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 heard of a ‘stalkerware app’? Do you have any safety concerns about your smartphone? 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。 secretly /SEE-krit-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that people do not know or are not told about The spies operated secretly to gather intelligence on the enemy’s activities. track /trak/ [trak] – to follow the movement or progress of something or someone The researchers tracked the migratory patterns of the birds using satellite tags. access /AK-ses/ [noun] – the right or opportunity to use or look at…
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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 parasite is? Have you seen an actual parasite? 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。 host /hohst/ [noun] – a plant or animal that another plant or animal lives on as a parasite Dogs can be a host for various intestinal parasites. function /FUHNGK-shuhn/ [verb] – to work or operate Without electricity, many modern devices cannot function properly. adapt /uh-DAPT/ [verb] – If a living thing adapts, it changes slightly over time so it can continue to exist in a particular environment He quickly adapted…
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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 heard about the recent breakthrough in organ transplantation involving genetically engineered animal organs? Do you believe that there is an animal that shares similarities with humans in terms of organ transplantation and medical 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。 publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to make information available to people, especially in a book, magazine, or newspaper, or to produce and sell a book, magazine, or newspaper The author was excited to publish his debut novel, hoping to share his story with a wider audience. approach /uh-PROHCH/…
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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 ancient human footprints before? Do you think ancient human footprints are interesting to study? 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 learn more about the properties of the new substance. human /HYOO-muhn/ [adjective] – being, relating to, or belonging to a person or to people as opposed to animals Human beings have the capacity for empathy and complex emotions, which sets…
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