Tag Archive: Science & Technology

Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations

2025年11月1日

cyberattack

©(Carsten Koall/dpa via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think people feel when their travel plans suddenly change? What would you do if you had to wait many hours before a trip? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to interrupt or stop the normal progress of something Heavy rain disrupted train services across the country, causing long delays. update /UHP-deyt/ [noun] – the newest version of information, software, or a system The company released an update to fix problems in the mobile app. operational /op-uh-REY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – working and…
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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, causes major flight cancellations

2025年11月1日

cyberattack

©(Carsten Koall/dpa via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyberattack /SAHY-ber-uh-tak/ [noun] – an attack against computer systems or networks, often using the internet A cyberattack shut down the hospital’s online appointment system, forcing staff to manage patients by hand. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – the seriousness or extreme nature of a situation, problem, or condition The severity of the earthquake led to the closure of many schools and offices in the city. kiosk /KEE-osk/ [noun] – a small machine or stand where a person can get information, buy a ticket, or perform another service by themselves Train passengers used self-service kiosks…
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NASA introduces new astronaut class with more women than men for first time

2025年10月30日

Cris-News (31)

©NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever read or heard about astronauts before? If so, what do you know about them? If not, what would you like to know? Do you know any country that sends people into space? If so, what did you hear about their space program? If not, which country do you think will go in the future? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – deserving attention because of being important or interesting The museum has a noteworthy collection of ancient tools. indispensable /in-di-SPEN-suh-buhl/ [adjective] –…
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Intermediate

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NASA introduces new astronaut class with more women than men for first time

2025年10月30日

Cris-News (31)

©NASA via AP 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 or heard about astronauts before? Do you know any country that sends people into space? 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。 substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The library got a substantial number of new books. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The museum offers a comprehensive guide for visitors. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, or surprising The chef made an extraordinary cake for the party. exceptional /ik-SEP-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – much…
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NASA introduces new astronaut class with more women than men for first time

2025年10月30日

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©NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. integral /in-TI-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as a part of a whole The new astronaut class is an integral step for future missions. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing fear, admiration, or respect because of size, strength, or difficulty The astronaut class faces formidable training before going to space. illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/ [adjective] – famous, well respected, and admired The class includes illustrious experts in engineering and science. epochal /EP-uh-kuhl/ [adjective] – very important, because it has a strong effect or influence on future events The astronaut class marks an epochal moment in NASA’s…
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New dinosaur species brings fresh insight into prehistoric predators

2025年10月29日

Dino

©(Marcelo Luna via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enigmatic /en-ig-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand Historians still debate the enigmatic symbols found in the ancient temple. elongated /EE-long-gay-tid/ [adjective] – made longer than usual The bird’s elongated beak helped it reach food hidden deep inside flowers. opportunistic /op-er-too-NIS-tik/ [adjective] – taking advantage of a situation, often without planning The bird showed opportunistic behavior by feeding on leftovers from larger predators. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – causing a strong feeling of sadness or sympathy The ceremony carried a poignant meaning for the families who had lost loved ones. floodplain /FLUD-playn/…
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New dinosaur species brings fresh insight into prehistoric predators

2025年10月29日

Dino

©(Marcelo Luna via AP) 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 think dinosaurs are interesting to learn about? Would you feel excited if a new animal was named after you? 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。 explain /ik-SPLEYN/ [verb] – to make something clear or easy to understand The teacher explained the rules of the game before the class started. result /ri-ZUHLT/ [noun] – the information or outcome found after studying or testing something The doctor showed the results of the blood test to the patient. bone /bohn/ [noun] – any of the hard…
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Beginner

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