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2023年10月13日
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 end-to-end encryption? Have you used messaging apps that are known to have end-to-end encryption? 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。 argue /AHR-gyoo/ [verb] – to give the reasons for your opinion about the truth of something or to explain why you believe something should be done She argued that eating fruits and vegetables every day is important for maintaining good health. whether /HWETH-er/ [conjunction] – (used especially in reporting questions and expressing doubts) if, or not I’m not sure whether I should go to the…
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2023年10月13日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clash /klash/ [noun] – a fight or argument between people There was a clash between two colleagues over different opinions on how to approach the project. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – an argument or disagreement The neighbors are in a dispute over the ownership of the land, and they are seeking legal assistance to resolve the issue. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something Good communication skills are at the core of building strong relationships and achieving success in professional endeavors. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more extreme,…
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2023年10月12日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something or someone because that thing or person is large, powerful, or difficult The champion boxer was known for his formidable strength and skill in the ring. scarcity /SKAIR-si-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not easy to find or get The prolonged drought resulted in a scarcity of water in the region, leading to strict water conservation measures. inhabit /in-HAB-it / [verb] – to live in a place Majestic wildlife such as elephants, lions, and giraffes inhabit the vast plains of…
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2023年10月12日
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。 Are you familiar with some prehistoric animals? Did you know about gigantic animals that lived millions of years before us? 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。 discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time, or the thing that is found The hiker stumbled upon a hidden waterfall during her expedition, a delightful discovery in the wilderness. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals or plants in which the members have similar characteristics to each other and can…
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2023年10月12日
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2023年10月12日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are prehistoric animals? Which prehistoric animals do you know of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insight /IN-sahyt / [noun] – a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation The book provided readers with profound insights into the nature of happiness and fulfillment. mammal /MAM-uhl/ [noun] – any animal in which the female gives birth to babies, not eggs, and feeds them on milk from her own body Elephants are the largest land mammals and possess remarkable intelligence and emotional capabilities. adaptation /ad-uhp-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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2023年10月10日
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 bird flu considered a global health concern? Do you think it is possible for bird flu to cause a pandemic similar to other infectious diseases? 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。 scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an expert who studies or works in one of the sciences The scientist conducted experiments in the laboratory to understand the chemical reaction. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [VAHY-ruhs] – an extremely small piece of organic material that causes disease in humans, animals, and plants The virus can spread from person to person through coughing and…
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2023年10月10日
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2023年10月10日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The heavy rain poses a risk of flooding in low-lying areas. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The flooding in the area caused unprecedented damage to homes and infrastructure. infect /in-FEKT/ [verb] – to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant The contagious cold can infect anyone who comes into contact with the virus. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of passing something from one person or place to another The transmission of information through the…
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2023年10月10日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is bird flu? What specific regions or countries have experienced significant bird flu outbreaks in the past? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a rare species of plant in the forest is a significant event for botanists and conservationists. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The heavy workload put a strain on her physical and mental health. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl / [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions…
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