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2023年10月10日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The heavy rain poses a risk of flooding in low-lying areas. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The flooding in the area caused unprecedented damage to homes and infrastructure. infect /in-FEKT/ [verb] – to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant The contagious cold can infect anyone who comes into contact with the virus. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of passing something from one person or place to another The transmission of information through the…
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2023年10月10日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is bird flu? What specific regions or countries have experienced significant bird flu outbreaks in the past? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a rare species of plant in the forest is a significant event for botanists and conservationists. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The heavy workload put a strain on her physical and mental health. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl / [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions…
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2023年10月5日
©China National Space Administration Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the people in an organization who manage its business and operations The decision to cancel the trip was made by the school administration. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or achieve the same thing The new airport is a collaboration between two of the best architects in the country. pole /pohl / [noun] – either of the two points at the most northern and most southern ends of the earth, around which the earth turns Most weather satellites…
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2023年10月5日
©China National Space Administration Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think a “mission to the moon” might involve? Why do you think space agencies or countries might be interested in sending missions to the moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important job, especially a military one, that someone is sent somewhere to do Your mission is to isolate the enemy by destroying all the bridges across the river. crucial /KROO-shuhl / [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Her work has been crucial to the project’s success. data /DEY-tuh/…
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2023年10月5日
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2023年10月5日
©China National Space Administration 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 a mission to the moon before? Do you know which country is planning a mission to the moon? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search a place and discover things about it The best way to explore the countryside is on foot. communication /kuh-myoo-ni-KEY-shuhn / [noun] – the act of communicating with people With no decent phone signal, communication is difficult. create /kree-EYT/ [verb] – to make something new or invent something The Bible says…
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2023年9月28日
©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. entity /EN-ti-tee / [noun] – something that exists apart from other things, having its own independent existence The company is a legal entity responsible for its own financial obligations and business operations. avenue /AV-uh-nyoo/ [noun] – a method or way of doing something The fashion industry is an avenue of creative expression for designers to showcase their unique styles and concepts. capability /key-puh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to do something The team’s collaborative nature and diverse skill sets contribute to its collective problem-solving capabilities. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – an edge or limit of something The…
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2023年9月28日
©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ Beginner Intermediate Expert
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2023年9月28日
©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ 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 familiar with commercial space missions? If you had the opportunity, would you go on one? 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。 military /MIL-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – relating to or belonging to the armed forces The General is a decorated military veteran, having served in several overseas deployments and earned numerous accolades for bravery. partnership /PAHRT-ner-ship/ [noun] – the state of being a partner The international organizations formed a global partnership to address climate change and implement sustainable development practices worldwide. advance /ad-VANS/ [verb] – to go or…
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2023年9月28日
©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are commercial space missions? If you had the opportunity, would you go on one? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. collaborate /kuh-LAB-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to work with someone else for a special purpose The research project required scientists from various fields to collaborate and share their expertise. upcoming /UHP-kuhm-ing/ [adjective] – happening soon The organization is holding a meeting to discuss the upcoming projects and set goals for the upcoming year. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve…
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