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2024年9月26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。 Have you ever been intrigued by the Titanic? Have you ever seen the movie Titanic? 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。 wreck /rek/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been destroyed or severely damaged, often referring to ships The divers explored the wreck of the old cargo ship that sank decades ago. dive /dahyv/ [noun] – a descent into water, often for exploration or research The team prepared for their dive into the coral reef to study marine life. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – a raised surface or…
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2024年9月25日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renewal /ri-NOO-uhl/ [noun] – the process of making something new again or updating it The company announced a renewal of their software license. expedited /EK-spi-dahy-tid/ [adjective] – done quickly and efficiently The expedited shipping option delivered the package in just two days. convenient /kuhn-VEEN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – easy to use or suitable for a particular purpose The new store is convenient for people who live nearby. staffing /STA-fuhng/ [adjective] – relating to the staff (= employees) of an organization The company is reviewing its staffing levels to improve efficiency. bypass /BAHY-pas/ [verb] – to avoid something We…
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2024年9月25日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of government IDs can you renew online? Why can some IDs be renewed online while others cannot? What information is required to renew a government ID online? Why is it important to provide accurate information when renewing an ID? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. functional /FUHNGK-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – working correctly; able to perform its intended function The new coffee machine is functional and makes great coffee. user-friendly /YOO-zer-FREND-lee/ [adjective] – easy to use or understand The new app is user-friendly and simple to navigate. personnel /pur-suh-NEL/ [noun] –…
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2024年9月25日
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2024年9月25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。 Can you renew government IDs online? Is specific information required to renew a government ID online? 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。 citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who lives in a particular place and has the rights and protection of that place Every citizen must follow the country’s laws. expire /ik-SPAHYUHR/ [verb] – to come to an end; to finish The milk will expire next week. processing /PROS-es-ing/ [noun] – the action of doing something in a series of steps The processing of the food takes a long…
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2024年9月23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。 Have you ever seen corals in person? Have you heard of coral bleaching before? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a determined attempt to achieve something The company’s effort to reduce waste was successful. transport /TRANS-pawrt/ [noun] – the act of moving something from one place to another The transport of goods across the country is done by trucks and trains. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep something or someone safe from harm or damage The new law aims to protect endangered species. involve /in-VOLV/…
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2024年9月23日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the role of corals in ocean ecosystems? What are some ways people might be able to help protect and preserve coral reefs? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insulated /IN-syuh-lay-tuhd/ [adjective] – protected or covered to prevent the loss of heat or cold The insulated water bottle kept my coffee hot for hours. offshore /AWF-SHAWR/ [adjective] – situated or occurring in the sea, away from the shore The company is investing in offshore wind farms to generate renewable energy. nursery /NUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – a place where…
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2024年9月23日
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2024年9月23日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relocate /ree-LOH-keyt/ [verb] – to move or move something or someone from one place to another The company relocated its headquarters to a larger building downtown. meticulously /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that shows great care and attention to detail She meticulously arranged the flowers in the vase to create a perfect centerpiece. sediment /SED-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – a soft substance that is like a wet powder and consists of very small pieces of a solid material that have fallen to the bottom of a liquid Over time, layers of sediment built up at the bottom…
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2024年9月21日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. withdraw /with-DRAW/ [verb] – to take or move out or back, or to remove The company decided to withdraw its offer after further negotiations failed. controversial /kon-truh-VUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – causing disagreement or discussion The new law was controversial, sparking debates across the country. unauthorized /uhn-AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – without official permission The unauthorized entry into the building led to security concerns. recreation /rek-ree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something exist or happen again The artist’s recreation of the old painting was nearly identical to the original. advocate /AD-vuh-kit, -keyt/ [noun] – a person who supports a…
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