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2023年11月29日
©Courtesy Narin Chomphuphuang Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spark /spahrk/ [noun] – a very small piece of fire that flies out from something that is burning, or one that is made by rubbing two hard things together, or a flash of light made by electricity The campfire crackled and sent sparks dancing into the night sky, illuminating the faces of the campers gathered around. revelation /rev-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known that was secret, or a fact that is made known The unexpected revelation about the existence of a new species of butterfly sparked excitement among the scientific…
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2023年11月29日
©Courtesy Narin Chomphuphuang Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a tarantula? If so, can you describe your encounter with one? If not, what are your initial impressions or thoughts about tarantulas? Could you share some examples of unique species you have encountered in your life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fascinating /FAS-uh-ney-ting/ [adjective] – extremely interesting The documentary about marine life was so fascinating that I couldn’t stop watching it. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize or establish the identity of something or someone The detective was able to identify the suspect…
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2023年11月29日
©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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2023年11月29日
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2023年11月27日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. malicious /muh-LISH-uhs/ [adjective] – intended to harm or upset other people The hacker launched a malicious attack on the company’s website, causing it to crash and compromising sensitive data. intent /in-TENT/ [noun] – the fact that you want and plan to do something His intent to start his own business was evident in the detailed business plan he presented. discreet /dih-SKREET/ [adjective] – careful not to cause embarrassment or attract too much attention, especially by keeping something secret The private investigator was discreet in his approach, ensuring that he gathered information without drawing any suspicion. conceal…
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2023年11月27日
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2023年11月27日
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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2023年11月27日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear ‘stalkerware app’? What safety concerns do you have about your smartphone? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to The teacher emphasized the importance of studying regularly to succeed in the upcoming exams. icon /AHY-kon/ [noun] – small graphical representation or symbol that typically represents an application on a device’s user interface The envelope icon represents the email application, and when clicked, it opens the user’s mailbox. cautious /KAW-shuhs/ [adjective]…
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2023年11月15日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a parasite? Which organisms do you know are parasitic in nature? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. infect /in-FEKT/ [verb] – to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant The contagious disease began to infect people in neighboring villages. possess /puh-ZES/ [verb] – to have or own something, or to have a particular quality The old house possesses a certain charm and character. gene /jeen/ [noun] – a part of the DNA in a cell that controls the physical development, behaviour, etc. of an individual plant or…
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2023年11月15日
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