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2025年4月21日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is it important in taking care of animals in zoos? What do you know about endangered species? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. history /HIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the study of past events, especially in human affairs We learn about history in school to understand the past. offspring /AWF-spring/ [noun] – a child or young of a particular parent or animal The lion’s offspring were playing near the zoo entrance. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – worth a lot of money or important This painting is valuable because it is very old. additional…
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could see the Earth from above, what would you want to look at first? What kind of people do you think would enjoy a space trip? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splashdown /SPLASH-doun/ [noun] – the landing of a spacecraft in the ocean The capsule made a smooth splashdown in the Indian Ocean after its three-day mission. investor /in-VES-tor/ [noun] – a person who puts money into something to earn a profit A well-known investor funded the construction of a new eco-resort in Costa…
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to end something or bring it to a close The concert concluded with a fireworks display above the stadium. charter /CHAHR-ter/ [verb] – to hire or rent a vehicle or vessel for private use The research team chartered a boat to reach the remote island for their study. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or into a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle The passengers were already aboard the airplane when the storm started. domed /dohmd/ [adjective] – having a rounded or curved roof or top The observatory featured a…
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2025年4月19日
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2025年4月19日
©(SpaceX 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。 Would you like to travel to space one day? Have you ever imagined what Earth looks like from space? 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。 private /PRAHY-vit/ [adjective] – not open to the public; owned or controlled by an individual or group rather than the government A private research expedition to Antarctica returned last week with new data on climate change. crew /kroo/ [noun] – a group of people who work together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft The crew on the cruise ship made…
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2025年4月18日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – a significant event or point in development The team’s victory was a major milestone in their sports career. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking deeply about something; consideration After the meeting, I took a moment for reflection on the new ideas presented. outdated /out-DEY-tid/ [adjective] – no longer in use or no longer useful because of being old-fashioned or out of date The old computer system is outdated and needs to be replaced. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – an original model on which something is patterned or based The engineers created…
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2025年4月18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。 Does a 50th anniversary represent a significant milestone for a company? Is it significant when a company celebrates a milestone like a 50th anniversary? 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。 celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to observe or honor an event with festivities or activities People celebrate holidays with food and fun. opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – a situation or condition that makes it possible to do something She got the opportunity to learn a new language. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – a thing done successfully with effort or skill Winning the…
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2025年4月18日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does a 50th anniversary represent? Why is it significant when a company celebrates a milestone like a 50th anniversary? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary The teacher said the homework was crucial for passing the exam. confident /KON-fi-duhnt/ [adjective] – feeling sure about your abilities or qualities She was confident she could finish the test in time. deliver /dih-LIV-er/ [verb] – to successfully provide or complete something The team was confident they could deliver the project on time, despite the tight deadline….
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2025年4月18日
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2025年4月14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。 Are astronauts involved in space missions? Do astronauts need special training before going to space? 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。 plan /plan/ [verb] – to decide or arrange in advance She plans to visit the museum tomorrow. due to /due to/ [preposition] – because of The event was canceled due to rain. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving the desired result The concert was successful because many people came. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make certain or sure She will ensure the project is finished on time. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt/…
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