Tag Archive: science & technology

Climate change threatens potato yields and global food security

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yield /yeeld/ [noun] – the amount of a product or crop produced The farmer’s yield of corn increased after using new irrigation methods. staple /STEY-puhl/ [noun] – a basic or essential food item that is regularly used Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen more quickly or to increase the speed of a process The heavy rainfall accelerated the erosion of the soil. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible consequence or effect of the finding The study’s findings have serious implications for public health policies….
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SpaceX advances Starship development with sixth test flight despite technical issues

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about SpaceX and its goals in space exploration? Why does SpaceX collaborate with NASA for its missions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to organize and perform a particular activity SpaceX conducted a successful rocket test last month. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important job or duty, often involving travel or a specific goal The scientists completed their mission to explore the new island. immense /ih-MENS/ [adjective] – extremely large or great The mountains were covered in immense amount of snow after the…
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SpaceX advances Starship development with sixth test flight despite technical issues

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable Winning the award was a significant achievement for her career. technical /TEK-ni-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the practical use of machines, methods, or science in industry The engineer solved the technical issue within a few hours. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The company will implement new guidelines next month. safety /SEYF-tee/ [noun] – the state of being safe or protected from harm or danger Wearing a helmet ensures your safety while riding a bicycle. commitment /kuh-MIT-muhnt/ [noun] – the state or quality of…
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SpaceX advances Starship development with sixth test flight despite technical issues

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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。 Is SpaceX focused on space exploration and technological innovation? Does SpaceX collaborate with NASA for its space missions? 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。 carry out /KAR-ee-out/ [phrsal verb] – to perform or complete a task or activity She will carry out the experiment tomorrow. rocket /ROK-it / [noun] – a vehicle used to travel or send objects into space The rocket launched into space. transport /trans-PAWRT/ [verb] – to move something or someone from one place to another Trucks transport goods across the country. project /PROJj-ekt/ [noun] –…
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Rare pudu fawn born in Argentina offers hope for species conservation

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©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve Birdwatchers traveled to the rainforest in hopes of spotting the elusive harpy eagle. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality or state of being exposed to harm, attack, or damage Habitat destruction has heightened the vulnerability of koalas to predators and environmental changes. herbivorous /hur-BIV-er-uhs/ [adjective] – (of an animal) eating plants Herbivorous animals like rabbits rely on grasses and leafy vegetables for sustenance. camouflage /KAM-uh-flahzh/ [verb] – to conceal or disguise The chameleon can camouflage itself by changing the color of its skin to…
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Rare pudu fawn born in Argentina offers hope for species conservation

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©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why are some animals harder to protect than others? How do animals in the wild protect themselves from predators? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deer /deer/ [noun] – a hoofed grazing or browsing animal, typically with branched antlers During the winter, deer often wander into suburban neighborhoods searching for food. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – to collect or bring together We need to gather enough evidence before presenting our case to the committee. oversee /oh-ver-SEE/ [verb] – to supervise or manage activities or people She oversees the entire production…
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Rare pudu fawn born in Argentina offers hope for species conservation

Pudu

©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni 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 ever heard of an endangered animal species? Can you name one endangered animal in your country? 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。 rare /rair/ [adjective] – uncommon or unusual It is rare to see such a beautiful rainbow in the city. height /hahyt/ [noun] – the measurement from base to top or from bottom to top The height of the mountain was impressive. spot /spot/ [noun] – a small, usually round area of colour that is differently coloured or lighter or darker than the surface…
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South Korea’s ‘morphing wheel’ revolutionizes mobility with adaptive design

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©Reuters TV/via REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How can robots help people in everyday life? If you could design a robot, what kind of tasks would you want it to do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bump /buhmp/ [noun] – a raised area on a surface The car hit a few bumps on the dirt road. wire /wahyuhr/ [noun] – (a piece of) thin metal thread with a layer of plastic around it, used for carrying electric current The electrician fixed the broken wires in the house. stiffness /STIF-nis/ [noun] – the quality of…
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