Rare Amorphophallus Gigas Blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden for first time since 2018
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Rare Amorphophallus Gigas Blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden for first time since 2018
©Photo by Elizabeth Peters: https://www.bbg.org/article/a_rare_corpse_flower_blooms Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sporadic /spuh-RAD-ik/ [adjective] – happening sometimes; not regular or continuous Rain showers were sporadic, appearing briefly and then stopping. thermogenesis /thur-moh-GEN-uh-sis/ [noun] – the process of heat production in living organisms The body uses thermogenesis to maintain its normal temperature. propagation /prop-uh-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of producing new plants from a parent plant The propagation of roses requires careful cutting and planting techniques. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad Planting trees can mitigate the effects of air pollution. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process…
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Rare Amorphophallus Gigas Blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden for first time since 2018
©Photo by Elizabeth Peters: https://www.bbg.org/article/a_rare_corpse_flower_blooms Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a rare flower bloom in real life? If yes, what did it look like? If not, would you like to see one? Do you know any flowers that have a strong or unusual smell? Why do you think they smell that way? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. attract /uh-TRAKT/ [verb] – to make someone or something come to a place or be interested in something The bright flowers attract bees to the garden. occurrence /uh-KUR-uhns/ [noun] – something that happens The…
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EU achieves milestone: 47% of electricity from renewable sources in 2024
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something Achieving a new milestone in science requires teamwork and dedication. ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – having a strong desire to achieve something, often difficult The ambitious project aims to build a bridge in just one year. geopolitical /jee-ow-puh-LI-tuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the influence of geography on politics or relations between countries The geopolitical conflict affected trade routes in the region. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – central and important The new law is pivotal for reducing carbon emissions worldwide. reaffirm /ree-uh-FURM/ [verb] – to…
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EU achieves milestone: 47% of electricity from renewable sources in 2024
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EU achieves milestone: 47% of electricity from renewable sources in 2024
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 know about renewable energy sources like solar and wind? Is renewable energy important for the environment? 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。 renewable /ruh-NOO-uh-bl/ [adjective] – a resource or energy that can be replaced naturally and is not depleted when used Solar power is a type of renewable energy. emit /ih-MIT/ [verb] – to release or send out something, such as light, heat, or gas Factories emit smoke into the air. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do better than or go beyond something She worked hard to…
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EU achieves milestone: 47% of electricity from renewable sources in 2024
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about renewable energy sources like solar and wind? Why is renewable energy important for the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. target /TAHR-git/ [verb] – to aim or direct something toward a specific goal The campaign targets young adults who want to learn new skills. technological /tek-nuh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to or involving technology Technological advancements have made cars safer and more efficient. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, amount, or importance The company made a substantial profit this year. incentive /in-SEN-tiv/ [noun] – something…
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. debris /duh-BREE/ [noun] – broken or torn pieces of something larger After the earthquake, debris covered the streets, making it difficult for vehicles to pass. scattered /SKAT-erd/ [adjective] – spread out or dispersed over an area The broken toys lay scattered across the living room floor after the kids finished playing. descent /dih-SENT/ [noun] – the act of moving or falling downward The airplane began its descent as it approached the airport. rarity /RAIR-i-tee/ [noun] – the state or quality of being uncommon or unusual Diamonds of this size and clarity are a true rarity in…
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people are curious about objects that come from space? What do you think it would be like to hold a piece of a rock that came from space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The mountain’s peak was visible through the mist after the fog cleared. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – the action of one object hitting another The car crash caused a noticeable impact on the vehicle’s front side. interstellar /in-ter-STEL-er/ [adjective] – occurring or existing between stars The…
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