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Billionaire entrepreneur’s team completes groundbreaking space mission

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. entrepreneur /ahn-truh-pruh-NUR/ [noun] – someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity The young entrepreneur opened a cafe that quickly became popular with locals. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – if something is groundbreaking, it is very new and a big change from other things of its type The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery that changed the way we understand diseases. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life Graduating from university was a major milestone in his life. spacewalk /SPEYS-wawk/ [noun]…
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Billionaire entrepreneur’s team completes groundbreaking space mission

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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 the idea of traveling to space exciting to you? Would you like to be on a space mission? 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。 billionaire /bil-yuh-NAIR/ [noun] – a person who has a lot of money, especially one who has more than a billion dollars The billionaire donated money to build schools. safely /SEYF-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is not dangerous or likely to cause harm The cat climbed down the tree safely. journey /JUR-nee/ [noun] – the act of traveling from one place to another…
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Billionaire entrepreneur’s team completes groundbreaking space mission

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think a space mission involves? Would you like to be on a space mission? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exploration /ek-spluh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of traveling through an unknown area to learn about it The exploration of the ocean helps scientists find new sea animals. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show something clearly by giving proof or evidence Example Sentence: The teacher will demonstrate how to solve the math problem on the board. conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to organize and carry out…
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Testimony reveals malfunction of Titan submersible before dive

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submersible /suhb-MUR-suh-buhl/ [noun] – a small underwater vehicle designed for underwater exploration The researchers used a submersible to study deep-sea ecosystems. collide /kuh-LAHYD/ [verb] – to crash into something with force The two cars collided at the intersection during the storm. wreckage /REK-ij/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been badly damaged or destroyed The rescue team searched through the wreckage for survivors after the earthquake. transparent /trans-PAIR-uhnt/ [adjective] – open and honest, without secrets The organization promised to be transparent about its funding sources. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great…
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Testimony reveals malfunction of Titan submersible before dive

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think the Titanic tragedy is still remembered and studied today? Have you ever seen the movie Titanic? If yes, what parts did you find interesting? If not, would you consider watching a movie about it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. implode /im-PLOHD/ [verb] – to collapse or cause to collapse violently inward The balloon began to implode when it was exposed to the extreme cold. malfunction /mal-FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a failure to function properly The device experienced a malfunction that required immediate repair. cause /kawz/ [verb] –…
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Testimony reveals malfunction of Titan submersible before dive

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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 been intrigued by the Titanic? Have you ever seen the movie Titanic? 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。 wreck /rek/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been destroyed or severely damaged, often referring to ships The divers explored the wreck of the old cargo ship that sank decades ago. dive /dahyv/ [noun] – a descent into water, often for exploration or research The team prepared for their dive into the coral reef to study marine life. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – a raised surface or…
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State Department launches Online Passport Renewal System

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renewal /ri-NOO-uhl/ [noun] – the process of making something new again or updating it The company announced a renewal of their software license. expedited /EK-spi-dahy-tid/ [adjective] – done quickly and efficiently The expedited shipping option delivered the package in just two days. convenient /kuhn-VEEN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – easy to use or suitable for a particular purpose The new store is convenient for people who live nearby. staffing /STA-fuhng/ [adjective] – relating to the staff (= employees) of an organization The company is reviewing its staffing levels to improve efficiency. bypass /BAHY-pas/ [verb] – to avoid something We…
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State Department launches Online Passport Renewal System

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of government IDs can you renew online? Why can some IDs be renewed online while others cannot? What information is required to renew a government ID online? Why is it important to provide accurate information when renewing an ID? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. functional /FUHNGK-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – working correctly; able to perform its intended function The new coffee machine is functional and makes great coffee. user-friendly /YOO-zer-FREND-lee/ [adjective] – easy to use or understand The new app is user-friendly and simple to navigate. personnel /pur-suh-NEL/ [noun] –…
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