A little bit of messiness – The key to unleashing your creativity
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A little bit of messiness – The key to unleashing your creativity
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overwhelm /oh-ver-HWELM/ [verb] – to cause someone to feel sudden strong emotion: I was overwhelmed by the amount of information presented during the lecture, and found it difficult to keep up with the pace of the speaker. let go /let goh/ [idiom] – to be more relaxed than usual and enjoy yourself She just let go and had a little fun! resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened The community’s resilience was evident as they came together to rebuild their homes and businesses after…
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A little bit of messiness – The key to unleashing your creativity
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when you enter a messy room? What is the biggest challenge you face when trying to keep your room tidy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to produce or use original and unusual ideas Creativity is the ability to think outside the box and come up with original ideas. stimulate /STIM-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to encourage something to grow, develop, or become active Exercise can stimulate the release of endorphins, which can improve mood and reduce stress. inspiration /in-spuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – a…
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A little bit of messiness – The key to unleashing your creativity
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 people ever tell you that you’re not clean enough? Does a messy or unorganized space make you feel stressed or overwhelmed? 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。 strict /strikt/ [adjective] – strongly limiting someone’s freedom to behave as they wish, or likely to severely punish someone if they do not obey My parents are very strict about my bedtime, so I have to go to bed early every night. messy /MES-ee / [adjective] – not tidy My little sister’s room is always so messy that you can barely…
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The undiscovered oceanic giants
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What underwater species are you familiar with? Could you tell me about it? Would you like to volunteer to explore the ocean floor? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. beneath /bih-NEETH/ [preposition] – in or to a lower position than someone or something, under someone or something She looked beneath the surface of the lake to see if there were any fish swimming below. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals or plants in which the members have similar characteristics to each other and can breed…
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The undiscovered oceanic giants
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden or remove something covering something else The detective was determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of the local businessman. mining /MAHY-ning/ [noun] – the industry or activity of removing substances such as coal or metal from the ground by digging Due to the hazardous working conditions, the government has implemented stricter regulations on the mining industry to protect the health and safety of its employees. exploration /ek-spluh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the activity of searching and finding out about something The geographic exploration of…
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The undiscovered oceanic giants
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 already gone snorkeling? Have you already seen a whale in real life? 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。 secret /SEE-krit / [noun] – a piece of information that is only known by one person or a few people and should not be told to others She whispered the secret to her best friend. imagination /ih-maj-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the ability to form pictures in the mind His imagination allowed him to create a world of his own. whale /weyl/ [noun] – a very large sea mammal that breathes…
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Undersea Cables: Life Under the Waves
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How important is communication? How do you take care of marine life in your own way? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. underwater /UHN-der-WAW-ter/ [adjective] – under the surface of the water, especially under the surface of the ocean The underwater research station provides valuable insights into marine ecosystems. massive /MAS-iv/ [adjective] – very large in size, amount, or number The city was hit by a massive storm that caused widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure. telecommunication /tel-uh-kuh-myoo-ni-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – communication using phones, radios, etc. The telecommunications industry has revolutionized the…
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Undersea Cables: Life Under the Waves
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisscross /KRIS-kraws/ [verb] – to move or exist in a pattern of crossing lines The pilot crisscrossed the skies over the Pacific Ocean, searching for the missing aircraft. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives The conservation efforts aim to preserve the natural habitat of the endangered species and provide a sustainable environment for their survival. restrict /ri-STRIKT/ [verb] – to limit the movements or actions of someone, or to limit something and reduce its size or prevent it from increasing The new traffic laws restrict the speed…
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