Tag Archive: Science & Technology

Scientists detect new organic molecules on Saturn’s moon Enceladus

2025年11月5日

Saturn

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. geyser /GAHY-zer/ [noun] – a natural hot spring that sends out a jet of water or steam into the air The famous geyser in Iceland attracts many visitors every year. flyby /FLAHY-bahy/ [noun] – a flight of a spacecraft or aircraft past a planet, moon, or other object for observation The probe completed a flyby of Mars and sent back detailed pictures. plume /ploom/ [noun] – a tall, thin, or feather-like shape of smoke, water, or another substance rising into the air The factory released a plume of steam into the evening sky. extraterrestrial /ek-struh-tuh-RES-tree-uhl/ [adjective]…
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Scientists detect new organic molecules on Saturn’s moon Enceladus

2025年11月5日

Saturn

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to your mind when you think about space? If you could visit a moon or planet, what would you like to see there? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. molecule /MOL-uh-kyool/ [noun] – the smallest unit of a substance made up of two or more atoms joined together Scientists studied water molecules in the laboratory to understand their behavior. ring /ring/ [noun] – a circular band of dust, ice, or rock that moves around a planet Astronomers observed the bright rings of Saturn through a telescope. subsurface /suhb-SUR-fuhs/ [adjective]…
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Study reveals ancient carvings dating back 12,000 years

2025年11月4日

rock carving

©(Maria Guagnin/Sahout Rock Art and Archaeology Project via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gazelle /guh-ZEL/ [noun] – an African or Asian mammal with hoofs and large eyes that moves quickly and lightly The safari guide pointed to a group of gazelles running across the grassland. settlement /SET-l-muhnt/ [noun] – a place where people establish a community to live Archaeologists discovered the remains of a Roman settlement near the river. ledge /lej/ [noun] – a narrow, flat surface that sticks out from a wall, cliff, or rock Birds often build their nests on high ledges of tall buildings. proficiency /pruh-FISH-uhn-see/ [noun]…
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Study reveals ancient carvings dating back 12,000 years

2025年11月4日

rock carving

©(Maria Guagnin/Sahout Rock Art and Archaeology Project via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit one ancient place in the world, where would you like to go and why? What animals from today do you think people would carve into rock to show future generations? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artwork /AHRT-wurk/ [noun] – a painting, drawing, sculpture, or other piece made by an artist The museum displayed an artwork of a famous king from the 15th century. ancestor /AN-ses-ter/ [noun] – a person, animal, or plant from the past that modern…
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Study reveals ancient carvings dating back 12,000 years

2025年11月4日

rock carving

©(Maria Guagnin/Sahout Rock Art and Archaeology Project 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 making art in hard places, like on rocks or cliffs, would be difficult? Have you ever traveled to see something interesting from the past, like ruins or museums? 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。 desert /DEZ-ert/ [noun] – a very dry area of land with little rain, plants, or water Travelers crossed the desert on camels to reach the next town. tool /tool/ [noun] – an object used to make, build, or repair something Farmers used simple…
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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. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever waited a long time before a trip? Do you think computers make traveling easier? 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。 delay /dih-LEY/ [noun] – a period of time when something is late or does not happen as planned Heavy snow caused long delays on the trains going to the capital. cancel /KAN-suhl/ [verb] – to decide that something planned will not happen The school had to cancel the sports day because of heavy rain. print /print/ [verb] – to produce writing or…
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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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