Tag Archive: science & technology
NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the development of something into a particular thing or shape The geologist studied the rock formation to understand its origin and composition. predominantly /pri-DOM-uh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The movie’s target audience is predominantly teenagers and young adults. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to collect a large number of things over a long period of time Over time, dust and dirt can accumulate on surfaces if not cleaned regularly. lifespan /lahyf -span / [noun] – the length of time for which a person, animal, or thing exists The average lifespan…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? What do you know about it? If you were going to describe Saturn to a blind person, how would you describe it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The police officer wore a reflective vest to ensure they were visible to drivers during nighttime patrols. disappearance /dis-uh-PEER-uhns / [noun] – a state or condition in which a person or thing cannot be seen or found The detective was called in to investigate the mysterious disappearance of…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish
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 the planet Saturn? Can you imagine Saturn without its rings? 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。 mostly /MOHST-lee/ [ADVERB] – mainly The weather in this region is mostly sunny throughout the year, making it a popular tourist destination. appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to start to be seen or to be present The sun began to set, and the stars started to appear in the darkening sky. dust /duhst/ [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is clean energy, and why is it important? What are some examples of renewable energy sources? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] – to accept or start to use something new Many families choose to adopt pets from animal shelters instead of buying them from pet stores. shift /shift/ [noun] – a change in position or direction We noticed a shift in the weather as the sky darkened and strong winds started blowing, indicating an approaching storm. revolution /rev-uh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – a very important change in the…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delve /delv/ [verb] – to search, especially as if by digging, in order to find a thing or information In order to fully understand the complex topic, the students will delve into the depths of scientific research by analyzing various experiments and data. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The recent global pandemic has caused an unprecedented disruption in our daily lives, with schools closing and people adapting to new ways of working and studying from home. urgency /UR-juhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of being very important and needing attention…
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Clean energy milestones in 2023
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 actively support the use of renewable energy sources like solar or wind power? Have you ever installed or considered installing solar panels on your property? 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。 electricity /ih-lek-TRIS-i-tee/ [noun] – a form of energy that can be produced in several ways and that provides power to devices that create light, heat, etc. Electricity is a form of energy that powers our homes and allows us to use appliances like lights and refrigerators. mark /mahrk/ [verb] – to indicate or signify an important…
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Solar power brightens Lebanon’s future
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 solar power a renewable source of energy? Can solar power be used to generate electricity? 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。 solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem Sarah found a solution to her math problem by asking her teacher for help. advantage /ad-VAN-tij/ [noun] – a condition giving a greater chance of success Jenny’s height gave her an advantage when reaching the top shelf and getting the book she wanted. reliable /ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – Someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed…
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