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。 Do you watch weather forecasts? Do you think the weather and climate forecasts that we now have are accurate? 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。 frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening often The most frequent cause of hospitalization among Americans is heart disease. predict /pri-DIKT/ [verb] – to say that an event or action will happen in the future, especially as a result of knowledge or experience The weather forecast predicts sunny skies and warm temperatures for tomorrow. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – very helpful or important Sarah’s mentor provided her…
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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 worn Fitbits or smartwatches? Do you think wearable devices could be useful in other areas of our lives? 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。 device /dih-VAHYS/ [noun] – an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose The technician handed me a specialized device to measure the temperature of the room accurately. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – to collect several things, often from different places or people We will gather all the necessary materials before starting the art project. procedure /pruh-SEE-jer/ [noun] – a set…
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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。 Can AI replicate human creativity and imagination? Is it possible for AI to replace the social interactions and emotional intelligence required for some jobs? 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。 replace /ri-PLEYS/ [verb] – to take the place of something, or to put something or someone in the place of something or someone else My sister had to replace her broken pencil with a new one during the exam. profession /pruh-FESH-uhn / [noun] – any type of work that needs special training or a particular skill, often one that…
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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。 How often do you charge your phone? Do you think potatoes and tomatoes can be used to generate electricity? 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。 charge /chahrj/ [verb] – to put electricity into an electrical device such as a battery You need to charge your phone every night so that it has enough battery for the next day. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to think about, talk about, or study something, or to experience it, in order to find out more about it We’re going to explore the park today…
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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 wondered what lies beneath the Earth’s surface? Do you think it’s possible to uncover all of the earth’s secrets? 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。 depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance down either from the top of something to the bottom, or to a distance below the top surface of something The diver went down to a depth of 30 meters to explore the sunken ship. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The water bottle can contain up…
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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 sustainable development necessary for the future of our planet? Can sustainable practices help address environmental and social challenges? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury The storm caused a lot of damage to the trees in the park. broader /BRAW-duh/ [adjective] – wider or more comprehensive Learning a new language can help you have a broader understanding of different cultures. government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/ [noun] – the group of people who officially control a country The government provides services like healthcare and education 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。 Have you ever read a book or seen a movie that deals with climate change? Do you believe that climate fiction can be an effective way to raise awareness about environmental issues? 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。 topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject that is discussed, written about, or studied In English class, we discussed the topic of climate change and its impact on the environment. pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – a particular way in which something is done, is organized, or happens I noticed a pattern in 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。 Have you experienced using public charging stations? Do you think cyberattacks are dangerous? 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。 warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] – something that makes you understand there is a possible danger or problem, especially one in the future My mother gave me a warning that if I don’t clean my room, she’ll cut my allowance. avoid /uh-VOID/ [uh-VOID] – to stay away from someone or something The driver had to take a few shortcuts to avoid heavy traffic. recommend /rek-uh-MEND/ [verb] – to suggest that someone or…
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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 global warming? Are you familiar with fossil fuels? 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。 fuel /FYOO-uhl/ [noun] – a substance that is used to provide heat or power, usually by being burned Cedar trees are abundant in their town, so many families use their wood as fuel for their furnaces. review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – a piece of writing that describes the main facts in a piece of academic research The annual review of modern engineering focused on earthquake-proof structures. decrease /DEE-krees/ [noun] – to become…
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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 always use your mobile phone? Do mobile phones make people feel more or less isolated? 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。 communicate /kuh-MYOO-ni-keyt/ [verb] – to share information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals It’s important to communicate clearly with your classmates during group projects so that everyone can understand each other’s ideas. effect /ih-FEKT/ [noun] – the result of a particular influence The music had a calming effect on the students during the test. face to face /FEYS-tuh-FEYS/ [adjective] –…
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