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Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – an event or fact that can be observed, especially one that is unusual or difficult to understand Scientists studied the strange phenomenon of glowing waves appearing along the coastline. buildup /BILD-uhp/ [noun] – a gradual increase or collection of something over time A buildup of dust inside the computer made it run slowly. burst /burst/ [noun] – a short and sudden increase of activity, sound, or energy The fireworks released bright bursts of color across the night sky. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – showing great attention to detail; very…
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Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, 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 enjoy learning about space or planets? Would you like to listen to sounds recorded on another planet? 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。 sign /sahyn/ [noun] – an indication that something may be true or happening Doctors found signs of improvement in the patient’s condition. microphone /MAHY-kruh-fohn/ [noun] – a device used to record or amplify sound The reporter used a microphone to record the interview. storm /stawrm/ [noun] – a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, or another disturbance Heavy storms…
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Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, file) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you imagine the weather on another planet? What kind of natural sounds around you do you find the most interesting or surprising? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discharge /dis-CHAHRJ/ [noun] – the release of electricity, energy, or another substance Scientists observed weak discharges of energy near the volcano’s opening. crackling /KRAK-ling/ [adjective] – a series of small, sharp sounds We heard a faint crackling from the old radio during the storm. mast /mast/ [noun] – a tall pole on a vehicle…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. arcane /ahr-KEYN/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old map had many arcane symbols that explorers tried to understand. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad Doctors tried to mitigate the pain with a new type of medicine. revelatory /ri-VEL-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – showing something that was not known before The report was revelatory, giving surprising facts about the environment. consolidate /kuhn-SOL-i-deyt/ [verb] – to bring things together so they become stronger or easier to manage The company plans to consolidate its offices into one building. discerning /dih-SUR-ning/ [adjective] –…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What serious illnesses have been discussed in the news recently? If something was discussed, what made it important? If nothing comes to mind, what kind of health news do you usually notice? What conditions do you know that affect the brain or memory? If you know one, what symptoms are usually seen? If not, what symptom do you think would be difficult to notice? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. salutary /SAL-yuh-ter-ee/ [adjective] – causing improvement; beneficial The new study had a salutary effect on the team’s safety plan. illuminating /ih-LOO-muh-ney-ting/…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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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 any serious illnesses been discussed in the news recently? Do you know any conditions that affect the brain or memory? 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。 notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The student made a notable improvement in class today. insightful /IN-sahyt-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing a clear and deep understanding of a complicated problem The teacher gave an insightful comment during the meeting. structured /STRUHK-cherd/ [adjective] – organized so that the parts relate well to each other The class followed a structured…
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Funding cuts halt 383 U.S. clinical studies, impacting over 74,000 volunteers

2025年11月30日

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©AP Photo/Federica Narancio, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What medical studies have you heard about before? If so, what was the study about? If not, what study would you like to learn about? What health problems do people in your country often talk about?If so, why do people talk about them? If not, what health topic interests Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conspicuous /kuhn-SPIK-yoo-uhs/ [adjective ] – very easy to see or notice The bright sign was conspicuous, so everyone saw it quickly. sudden /SUHD-n/ [adjective] – a sudden noise made the students look…
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