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Bringing back extinct traits with genetic engineering
©(Colossal Biosciences via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. embryo /EM-bree-oh/ [noun] – an early stage of development in living organisms before birth or hatching Scientists studied embryos of sea turtles to understand how they develop in different temperatures. resistance /ri-ZIS-tuhns/ [noun] – the ability to withstand or oppose something Some bacteria have developed resistance to antibiotics, making treatments less effective. ethical /ETH-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to moral principles about right and wrong behavior There are ethical concerns about using artificial intelligence in job recruitment. resurrect /rez-uh-REKT/ [verb] – to bring back to life or restore something that has disappeared Historians…
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Bringing back extinct traits with genetic engineering
©(Colossal Biosciences via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could bring back an extinct animal, which one would you choose? Why? If you could change one small trait about yourself (like hair color or height), would you do it? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. woolly /WOOL-ee/ [adjective] – covered with or resembling wool; having a thick, soft, or fluffy texture The sheep had a thick, woolly coat to protect it from the cold winter. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – at risk of becoming extinct or disappearing The government is working…
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Bringing back extinct traits with genetic engineering
©(Colossal Biosciences 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。 If you could bring back one extinct animal, what would it be? If you could change one small trait about yourself (like hair color or height), would you do it? 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。 thick /thik/ [adjective] – having a large distance between opposite sides; dense The forest had thick trees that blocked most of the sunlight. fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick hair that covers the skin of some animals The cat’s fur was soft and fluffy. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to…
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Bringing back extinct traits with genetic engineering
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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. What do you think it takes to land something on the moon? Do you think the technology is ready for more moon landings? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb] – to encourage people to do or buy something The company wants to promote its new product. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something important that you succeed in doing after trying hard Winning the race was her greatest achievement. despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – in spite of; even though Despite the rain, we…
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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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