NASA launches Spherex Space Telescope to map the sky and explore galaxies’ evolution
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NASA launches Spherex Space Telescope to map the sky and explore galaxies’ evolution
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 the Spherex space telescope designed to study galaxies and the universe’s evolution? Do you think a telescope launched into space can map the sky? 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。 unlike /uhn-LAHYK/ [preposition] – different from or not similar to The weather today is unlike any day this week. perspective /per-SPEK-tiv/ [noun] – a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something His perspective on the issue was different from mine. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – to collect things or bring things together We gather all the books for…
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NASA launches Spherex Space Telescope to map the sky and explore galaxies’ evolution
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evolution /ev-uh-LOO-shuh/ [noun] – the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form Over millions of years, the evolution of species has led to a variety of life forms. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a specific task or goal that is undertaken, often for a particular purpose The astronaut’s mission was to study the effects of space travel on the human body. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before; without previous example The discovery of this new species is unprecedented in scientific history. invisible /in-VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – not visible; unable…
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AI transforms vineyard management with smart technology
©(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. autonomous /aw-TON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – independent and able to operate without human control The company introduced autonomous delivery robots that can navigate busy streets without human supervision. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be maintained or continued over time without causing harm to the environment The city implemented sustainable energy solutions, such as solar power, to reduce carbon emissions. integrate /IN-ti-greyt/ [verb] – to combine something into a larger system or make it work as part of a whole The school has integrated technology into classrooms to enhance learning experiences. irrigation /ir-i-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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AI transforms vineyard management with smart technology
©(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of jobs do you think robots or machines could do better than people? If you could invent a new machine for farmers, what special features would it have? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. efficiency /ih-FISH-uhn-see/ [noun] – the ability to do something well with minimal waste of time, effort, or resources The new software improved efficiency in the office by automating repetitive tasks. sensor /SEN-sawr/ [noun] – a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it The security…
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AI transforms vineyard management with smart technology
©(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) 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 seen or heard about machines that can work on farms? Do you think technology can completely replace human skills? 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。 row /roh/ [noun] – a line of plants or crops that are grown next to each other The farmer walked carefully between the rows of corn to check for pests. waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed Factories are finding ways to…
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AI transforms vineyard management with smart technology
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could go back in time, what would you want to teach early humans? What are some everyday tools you use? How do they help make tasks easier? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. handheld /HAND-held/ [adjective] – small and designed to be held in the hand The researchers developed a handheld device to detect air pollution in urban areas. weapon /WEP-uhn/ [noun] – an object used to harm or attack Ancient warriors used spears and bows as weapons for hunting and battle. craftsmanship /KRAFTS-muhn-ship/ [noun] – the skill of…
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago
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 discovering new information about the past is exciting? Do you think early humans were skilled at problem-solving? 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。 toolkit /TOOL-kit/ [noun] – a set of tools or equipment used for a particular purpose The scientist carried a specialized toolkit to collect soil samples from the cave. select /si-LEKT/ [verb] – to carefully choose something from a group The chef selected the freshest vegetables to prepare the dish. sharp /shahrp/ [adjective] – having a thin edge or point that can cut or…
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Early humans used bones to make tools 1.5 million years ago
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