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2024年12月10日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. condensation /kon-den-SEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process by which a gas turns into a liquid The condensation on the windows showed that it was much warmer inside than outside. parched /pahrcht/ [adjective] – extremely dry, especially due to heat or lack of moisture The parched fields desperately needed rain after weeks of drought. reservoir /REZ-er-vwahr/ [noun] – a natural or artificial place where a large quantity of water is stored or accumulated, particularly underground The underground reservoir holds enough water to support the town for several months. diverge /dih-VURJ/ [verb] – to develop in different directions or…
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2024年12月10日
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 believe it’s possible for humans to live on another planet? How many planets are there in our solar system? 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。 suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider The teacher suggested studying in small groups for the project. composition /kom-puh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the way something is made or put together The artist focused on the composition of the painting. prevent /pri-VENT/ [verb] – to stop something from happening or to keep someone from…
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2024年12月9日
©Louise Leakey 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。 Have you learned about early humans and their way of life? Can scientists learn anything from ancient footprints? 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。 footprint /FOOT-print/ [noun] – a mark or impression left by a foot or shoe on a surface I saw a large footprint in the sand. analysis /uh-NAL-uh-sis / [noun] – the detailed examination or study of something The scientist did an analysis of the samples. difference /DIF-er-uhns/ [noun] – the way in which two things are not the same There is…
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2024年12月9日
©Louise Leakey via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about early humans and their way of life? What can scientists learn from ancient footprints? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize someone or something and say who or what they are The teacher helped the students identify the main idea of the story. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of communicating with or reacting to someone or something The interaction between the teacher and students was very friendly. locomotion /loh-kuh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun ] – the ability to move…
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2024年12月9日
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2024年12月9日
©Louise Leakey via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near in space or time The school’s proximity to the park makes it a popular spot for students. biomechanics /bahy-oh-mi-KAN-iks/ [noun] – the scientific study of the movement and structure of living things Biomechanics helps engineers design more efficient sports equipment for athletes. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something easier or possible New software was introduced to facilitate faster data processing in the office. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in form, appearance, or character The transformation of the old factory into…
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2024年12月6日
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 marine research important for understanding ocean life? Do researchers learn about marine animals by studying their anatomy? 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。 facility /fuh-SIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a building or place that provides a particular service The factory has a large facility for making toys. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a group of animals or plants that are similar and can produce offspring There are many species of birds in the forest. especially /ih-SPESH-uh-lee/ [adverb] – used to emphasize something in particular I like fruits, especially apples. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/…
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2024年12月6日
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2024年12月6日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about marine research? What can researchers learn by studying the anatomy of marine animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – a sample of something, especially an animal or plant used for study The scientist collected a specimen of the rare plant. dissection /dih-SEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of cutting something apart, usually for scientific study The students carefully performed a dissection on the frog. marking /MAHR-king/ [noun] – a visible sign, symbol, or feature on something The dog had a distinct marking on…
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2024年12月6日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember The artist’s inspiration was elusive, making it hard for him to paint. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The school implemented an unprecedented rule to address the increase in bullying. enigmatic /en-ig-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old man’s enigmatic smile left the children wondering what he was thinking. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail She was meticulous about organizing her notes before the exam. interdisciplinary /in-ter-DIS-uh-pluh-ner-ee/ [adjective] –…
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