Private lunar lander Blue Ghost successfully touches down on the moon, opening new frontier in space exploration
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Private lunar lander Blue Ghost successfully touches down on the moon, opening new frontier in space exploration
©NASA/Firefly Aerospace Via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. engage /en-GEYJ/ [verb] – to participate or become involved in something Students are encouraged to engage in classroom discussions to improve their speaking skills. precedent /PRES-i-duhnt/ [noun] – an earlier event or action that is used as an example or rule to follow in future situations The judge’s decision set a legal precedent for future cases. harsh /hahrsh/ [adjective] – severe or unpleasant, often referring to conditions or behavior The harsh winter weather caused many flight delays. advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of making progress or moving forward in a particular…
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Private lunar lander Blue Ghost successfully touches down on the moon, opening new frontier in space exploration
©NASA/Firefly Aerospace 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 it takes special technology to land something on the moon? Is the technology ready for more moon landings? 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。 event /ih-VENT/ [noun] – anything that happens, esp. something important or unusual The sudden snowstorm was an unexpected event that changed our travel plans. program /PROG-gram/ [noun] – a planned series of events or activities She joined the program for learning Spanish. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a specific task or goal, often for exploration or study The astronauts…
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Rare triple cyclone event unfolds in South Pacific amid peak storm season
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about tropical cyclones? Can you name any famous cyclones from history? What kind of damage can a tropical cyclone cause? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies weather patterns and forecasts weather conditions The meteorologist predicted heavy rain, so we brought umbrellas. historical /hi-STAWR-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to events in the past The museum has historical photos of past cyclones. occurrence /uh-KUR-uhns/ [noun ] – the fact or frequency of something happening The occurrence of three cyclones at the same…
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Rare triple cyclone event unfolds in South Pacific amid peak storm season
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncertainty /uhn-SUR-tn-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not known, or something that is not known The uncertainty about the weather made it difficult to plan the trip. attain /uh-TEYN/ [verb] – to reach or succeed in getting something She attained a high score on the exam after months of studying. torrential /taw-REN-shuhl/ [adjective] – (of rain) falling rapidly and in great amounts The outdoor event was canceled due to torrential rain and strong winds. underscore /UHN-der-skawr/ [verb] – to emphasize the importance of something The teacher underscored the importance of reviewing notes before…
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Rare triple cyclone event unfolds in South Pacific amid peak storm season
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 experienced strong winds and heavy rain? Would you prefer to live in a place with no storms at all? 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。 cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a violent, rotating storm with strong winds and heavy rain The strong cyclone broke trees and damaged houses. conducive /kuhn-DOO-siv/ [adjective] – providing the right conditions for something to happen Quiet places are conducive to studying well. simultaneous /sahy-muhl-TEY-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening at the same time Two simultaneous concerts played different songs. maritime /MAR-i-tahym/ [adjective] – related…
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Rare triple cyclone event unfolds in South Pacific amid peak storm season
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Private firm launches lunar lander to explore Moon’s shadowed crater
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Private firm launches lunar lander to explore Moon’s shadowed crater
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 scientists want to study craters on the moon to learn more about its surface? Do astronauts face challenges during landing, such as rough terrain and low visibility? 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。 mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important task, usually involving travel, that is done for a particular purpose The rescue team started a mission to help lost hikers. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outer part or top layer of something The table’s surface was smooth and shiny. analyze /AN-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to examine something carefully in…
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Private firm launches lunar lander to explore Moon’s shadowed crater
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. touchdown /TOUCH-doun/ [noun] – the moment when an aircraft or spacecraft lands on the ground The pilot ensured a smooth touchdown despite the strong winds. expedition /ek-spi-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a journey, especially one made for a special purpose, such as exploration The team prepared for an Arctic expedition to study climate changes. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something possible or easier Online tools facilitate communication between teachers and students. endeavor /en-DEV-er/ [noun] – an effort or attempt to achieve something His latest endeavor is to create a more sustainable energy source. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] –…
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