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Multiple events to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 lunar landing

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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。 Do you know about the Apollo 11 mission? Are you interested in outer space? 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。 anniversary /an-uh-VUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – a day when we remember or celebrate something important that happened on that day in a previous year My parents’ wedding anniversary is on July 20th. landing /LAN-ding/ [noun] – the act of bringing an aircraft down to the ground after a flight The plane’s landing was smooth and quick. take place /teyk pleys/ [verb] – happened, occurred The meeting took place at 2 PM….
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Multiple events to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 lunar landing

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know about the Apollo 11 mission? What do you think it was like on the moon? Are you interested in outer space? If yes, what about it interests you? If not, why do you not find it interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feature /FEE-cher/ [verb] – to include someone or something as an important part The new movie is featuring several well-known actors. surviving /ser-VAHY-ving/ [adjective] – continuing to live or exist after an event She was the last surviving person from the old village. look back…
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Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. socialist /SOH-shuh-list/ [adjective] – relating to or advocating socialism, a political and economic theory that advocates for collective or governmental control of production and distribution The socialist policies implemented by the new government aimed to reduce economic inequality. electrolyzer /ih-LEK-truh-lahy-zer/ [noun] – devices that use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen The factory invested in advanced electrolyzers to enhance its hydrogen production capabilities. drive /drahyv/ [verb] – to motivate or propel something forward or to push for progress The new marketing campaign aims to drive sales and attract new customers. competitiveness /kuhm-PEH-tuh-tuhv-nuhs/ [noun] –…
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Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is renewable energy, and can you name some examples of it? What do you think are some good reasons for using more renewable energy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. parliament /PAHR-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – a legislative body of government responsible for making laws The parliament debated the new education policy for several weeks. draft /drahft/ [noun] – a preliminary version of a document or plan that is subject to further changes The writer submitted the first draft of the novel to the editor for review. offshore /AWF-SHAWR/ [adjective] – located…
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Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

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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 you heard about any government plans to increase renewable energy usage? Can you name one example of renewable energy? 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 resulting from the existence of charged particles, used for power The sudden power outage left the entire neighborhood without electricity for hours. revise /ri-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to re-examine and make alterations to (written or printed matter) The teacher asked the students to revise their essays before the final submission. machine /muh-SHEEN/ [noun] – devices that…
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Ants’ clever ways of surviving challenge traditional views on animal empathy

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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。 Are you interested in learning about animal behavior? Do insects have the ability to cure illnesses or injuries? 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。 biology /bahy-OL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of the natural processes of living things She decided to major in biology because of her fascination with plants and animals. remove /ri-MOOV/ [verb] – to take something or someone away from somewhere, or off something Please remove your shoes before entering the house. inch /inch/ [noun] – a unit of length equal to one-twelfth of a foot…
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Ants’ clever ways of surviving challenge traditional views on animal empathy

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do scientists study animal behaviors? What makes it difficult for animals to stay safe in their habitats? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. limb /lim/ [noun] – an arm or leg of a person or animal He injured his right limb during the accident and required surgery. nestmate /NESS-mate/ [noun] – members of the same nest, typically referring to insects like ants or bees Insect colonies need nestmates to work together and get along well to stay healthy and survive tough environments. peer /peer/ [noun] – other members of the…
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Ants’ clever ways of surviving challenge traditional views on animal empathy

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. amputation /am-pyoo-TAY-shn/ [noun] – surgical procedures to remove damaged limbs or body parts, usually due to injury or infection Limb amputations are sometimes necessary after severe accidents. comrade /KOM-rad/ [noun] – a friend or trusted companion, esp. one with whom you have been involved in difficult or dangerous activities She found a loyal comrade in her longtime hiking partner. vigorously /VIG-er-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is very forceful or energetic She vigorously scrubbed the kitchen floor until it sparkled. entomologist /en-tuh-MOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies insects The entomologist discovered a new species…
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