ALOS-4 satellite successfully launched to enhance Earth observations and national security
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ALOS-4 satellite successfully launched to enhance Earth observations and national security
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comprehensive /kahm-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including everything that is necessary; complete The school offers a comprehensive range of courses in science and technology. seismic /SEE-zmik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by earthquakes or other vibrations of the Earth and its crust The seismic activity in the region caused minor tremors last night. capability /key-puh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability or power to do something The new software greatly enhances our capability to analyze data efficiently. transformative /trans-FORM-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a marked change in someone or something The discovery of antibiotics was transformative for modern medicine. deployment…
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ALOS-4 satellite successfully launched to enhance Earth observations and national security
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。 What do you think of when you hear the term space exploration? Do you believe space exploration has advantages? 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。 achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something that has been accomplished successfully, especially through effort and skill His graduation from university was a significant achievement for him and his family. earthquake /UHRTH-kweyk/ [noun] – a sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often causing great destruction The earthquake shook the entire city, causing buildings to collapse. volcanic /vahl-KAN-ik/ [adjective] – related to or produced by volcanoes…
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ALOS-4 satellite successfully launched to enhance Earth observations and national security
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term space exploration? Do you think space exploration has advantages? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rocket /ROK-it/ [noun] – a large cylinder-shaped object that moves very fast by forcing out burning gases, used for space travel or as a weapon The rocket soared into the sky, leaving a trail of smoke behind. engineering /EN-juh-neer-ing/ [noun] – the branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures Engineering involves solving complex…
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Flying squirrel colony found in unexpected university tree removal mission
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unexpected /un-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected; surprising The sudden rainstorm was unexpected and caught everyone by surprise. nocturnal /nok-TUR-nl/ [adjective] – active during the night rather than during the day Owls are nocturnal birds that hunt at night for small animals like mice. elusive /i-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve The elusive thief managed to escape from the police yet again. graceful /GREYS-fuhl/ [adjective] – having or showing grace or elegance The ballet dancer performed with graceful movements that mesmerized the audience. awkward /AWK-werd/ [adjective] – causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience He…
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Flying squirrel colony found in unexpected university tree removal mission
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 about flying squirrels? Have you ever visited a place where you could observe wildlife closely? 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。 university /yoo-nuh-VER-si-tee/ [noun] – a school that offers courses leading to a degree (such as a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree) and where research is done She plans to attend a university in New York to study engineering. team /teem/ [noun] – refers to a group of people working together Our team won the basketball game last night. squirrel /SKWUR-uhl/ [noun] – a small…
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Flying squirrel colony found in unexpected university tree removal mission
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about flying squirrels? How do you think they differ from other types of squirrels? Have you ever seen a flying squirrel before? If so, where? If not, what do you think they look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stumble upon /STUHM-buhl uh-PAWN/ [idiom] – to discover by chance The hikers stumbled upon a hidden waterfall while exploring the dense forest. intrigue /in-TREEG/ [verb] – to interest someone a lot, especially by being strange, unusual, or mysterious The mystery novel intrigued her with its unexpected plot…
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Flying squirrel colony found in unexpected university tree removal mission
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Venus shows more volcanic activity than previously thought
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sinuous /SIN-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – moving in a twisting, curving, or indirect way, or having many curves The river followed a sinuous path through the valley, winding gracefully between the hills. terrain /tuh-REYN/ [noun] – an area of land, when considering its natural features The hikers navigated the rugged terrain carefully, climbing over rocks and through dense forests. grasp /grasp/ [noun] – understanding or comprehension of something His grasp of quantum physics allowed him to contribute significantly to the latest research findings. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – metaphorically refers to the expected paths or courses of development and…
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Venus shows more volcanic activity than previously thought
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