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2025年4月21日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetically /juh-NEH-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to genes or heredity The researchers studied the tortoises’ genetically diverse traits to understand their survival chances. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions The tortoises’ survival depends on the zoo’s efforts to protect their natural habitat. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources The zoo’s conservation programs help endangered animals thrive in safe environments. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance or attention to something The guide will emphasize the importance…
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2025年4月21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。 Is it important to take care of animals in zoos? Are endangered species important to know about? 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。 birth /burth/ [noun] – the process of being born or the beginning of life The birth of the tortoises was a special moment. tortoise /TAWR-tuhs/ [noun] – a slow-moving land animal with a hard shell that protects it The tortoise walked slowly across the field. public /PUHB-lik/ [noun] – ordinary people or the community at large The public can visit the zoo anytime. event /ih-VENT/ [noun]…
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2025年4月21日
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2025年4月21日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is it important in taking care of animals in zoos? What do you know about endangered species? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. history /HIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the study of past events, especially in human affairs We learn about history in school to understand the past. offspring /AWF-spring/ [noun] – a child or young of a particular parent or animal The lion’s offspring were playing near the zoo entrance. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – worth a lot of money or important This painting is valuable because it is very old. additional…
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could see the Earth from above, what would you want to look at first? What kind of people do you think would enjoy a space trip? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splashdown /SPLASH-doun/ [noun] – the landing of a spacecraft in the ocean The capsule made a smooth splashdown in the Indian Ocean after its three-day mission. investor /in-VES-tor/ [noun] – a person who puts money into something to earn a profit A well-known investor funded the construction of a new eco-resort in Costa…
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to end something or bring it to a close The concert concluded with a fireworks display above the stadium. charter /CHAHR-ter/ [verb] – to hire or rent a vehicle or vessel for private use The research team chartered a boat to reach the remote island for their study. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or into a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle The passengers were already aboard the airplane when the storm started. domed /dohmd/ [adjective] – having a rounded or curved roof or top The observatory featured a…
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2025年4月19日
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX 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。 Would you like to travel to space one day? Have you ever imagined what Earth looks like from 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。 private /PRAHY-vit/ [adjective] – not open to the public; owned or controlled by an individual or group rather than the government A private research expedition to Antarctica returned last week with new data on climate change. crew /kroo/ [noun] – a group of people who work together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft The crew on the cruise ship made…
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2025年4月18日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – a significant event or point in development The team’s victory was a major milestone in their sports career. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking deeply about something; consideration After the meeting, I took a moment for reflection on the new ideas presented. outdated /out-DEY-tid/ [adjective] – no longer in use or no longer useful because of being old-fashioned or out of date The old computer system is outdated and needs to be replaced. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – an original model on which something is patterned or based The engineers created…
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2025年4月18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。 Does a 50th anniversary represent a significant milestone for a company? Is it significant when a company celebrates a milestone like a 50th anniversary? 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。 celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to observe or honor an event with festivities or activities People celebrate holidays with food and fun. opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – a situation or condition that makes it possible to do something She got the opportunity to learn a new language. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – a thing done successfully with effort or skill Winning the…
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