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First giant panda cub born in Indonesia shows healthy early development at safari park in West Java

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©Taman Safari Indonesia via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals are famous symbols of certain countries? Why do people try to protect endangered animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – in danger of becoming extinct The government created laws to protect endangered animals. partnership /PAHRT-ner-ship/ [noun] – the state of working with someone else to achieve something The two countries formed a partnership to study wildlife. monitor /MON-i-ter/ [verb] – to watch and check something carefully over a period of time Scientists monitor animal health in research centers. habitat /HAB-i-tat/…
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Holly varieties gain winter popularity as experts urge careful plant selection and responsible planting practices

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©Andy and Sally Wasowski/Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dioecious /dahy-EE-shuhs/ [adjective] – having male and female reproductive organs on separate plants The shrub is dioecious, so both male and female plants are needed for fruit. pollinate /POL-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to take pollen from one plant to another so that seeds can be produced Bees help pollinate flowers in the garden. hardy /HAHR-dee/ [adjective] – able to survive difficult conditions This tree is hardy enough to grow in cold climates. deciduous /dih-SIJ-oo-uhs/ [adjective] – losing leaves in autumn every year A deciduous tree drops its…
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Holly varieties gain winter popularity as experts urge careful plant selection and responsible planting practices

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©Andy and Sally Wasowski/Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What plants are popular during the winter holidays? Why do people grow shrubs in their gardens? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a group of plants or animals that share similar characteristics There are many species of trees in the forest. native /NEY-tiv/ [adjective] – belonging to a place by birth or origin This flower is native to the region. berry /BER-ee/ [noun] – a small round fruit Birds eat red berries in winter. tolerant /TOL-er-uhnt/ [adjective]…
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Holly varieties gain winter popularity as experts urge careful plant selection and responsible planting practices

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©Andy and Sally Wasowski/Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center 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 plants need water to grow? Do birds eat fruit in winter? 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。 plant /plant/ [noun] – a living thing that grows in the ground and has leaves The plant grows near the window. spring /spring/ [noun] – the season after winter and before summer Flowers grow in spring. male /meyl/ [adjective] – relating to the sex that can produce pollen The male plant makes pollen. female /FEE-meyl/ [adjective] – relating to the sex…
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems can happen in group chats? Why is it important to think before sending a message online? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful thought about something He showed consideration for others by keeping his message short. obliged /uh-BLAHYJD/ [adjective] – required or expected to do something No one is obliged to answer immediately. cautious /KAW-shuhs/ [adjective] – careful to avoid problems or danger She was cautious when sharing personal information. misinterpret /mis-in-TUR-pri-t/ [verb] – to understand something in the wrong way…
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. etiquette /ET-i-kit/ [noun] – the set of rules or customs that control accepted behaviour in particular social groups or social situations Good etiquette helps maintain respect in professional meetings. informality /in-fawr-MAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a relaxed and friendly way of behaving or dressing The informality of the event made guests feel comfortable. implicit /im-PLIS-it/ [adjective] – suggested but not communicated directly The agreement contained implicit expectations about behavior. condolences /kuhn-DOH-luhns-iz/ [noun] – expressions of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death She sent condolences to the family after the loss. administrator /ad-MIN-uh-strey-ter/…
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File 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 use group chats? Can messages in a group chat cause problems? 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。 purpose /PUR-puhs/ [noun] – the reason why something is done The purpose of the meeting was to plan the event. waste /weyst/ [verb] – to use something badly or without care Do not waste time on simple questions. polite /puh-LAHYT/ [adjective] – showing good manners and respect She gave a polite answer. clear /kleer/ [adjective] – easy to understand The teacher gave clear instructions. mute /myoot/…
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