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Global sea turtle populations show promising signs of recovery

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – likely to be harmed or affected negatively; not well protected from danger or attack Young coral reefs are especially vulnerable to changes in ocean temperature. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to say or believe that something is the result of a particular thing or person Many people attributed the city’s improved air quality to the new transportation policy. bycatch /BAI-kach/ [noun] – fish or other sea creatures that are caught unintentionally by people who are trying to catch other types of fish Shrimp trawling often results in a high amount of bycatch, including…
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Teen sleep problem raises concerns in the United States

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever felt tired during class because of not sleeping enough? If so, what did you do? If not, how do you stay rested? Do you use a phone or watch shows before sleeping? If so, does it make you sleep late? If not, what do you do instead? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adolescent /ad-l-ES-uhnt/ [noun] – a young person who is developing into an adult The adolescent joined a school club to meet new friends. delay /dih-LEY/ [verb] – to make something happen at a later time…
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Teen sleep problem raises concerns in the United States

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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 felt tired during class due to a lack of sleep? Do you use a phone or watch shows before going to sleep? 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。 concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry about something important The noise outside was a big concern for Anna. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – a way to solve a problem or deal with a difficult situation The teacher gave a solution to the hard question. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – using electricity and small parts to work, like computers…
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5.2-magnitude earthquake hits Southern California; Elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park display protective behavior

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – a disturbance that interrupts normal activities The earthquake caused a disruption in the daily activities of the community. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual or remarkable The elephant’s behavior was extraordinary, showing intelligence and protection. vibration /vahy-BREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a rapid back-and-forth movement The vibrations from the earthquake were felt in nearby buildings. instinctively /in-STINGK-tiv-lee/ [adverb] – done without thought or planning, based on a natural feeling or reaction The elephants instinctively gathered around their young after the tremors. determine /dih-TUR-min/ [verb] – to decide or conclude something after considering all facts…
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5.2-magnitude earthquake hits Southern California; Elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park display protective behavior

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about animals reacting during natural disasters? What animals have you heard of protecting others in times of danger? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. earthquake /URTH-kweyk/ [noun] – a sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often causing destruction The earthquake caused buildings to shake and cracks appeared in the ground. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or surprising in a way that is worth attention She made a remarkable discovery that changed the way we think about space. intelligence /in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun] – the ability to learn, understand,…
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5.2-magnitude earthquake hits Southern California; Elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park display protective behavior

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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 animals react during natural disasters? Have you heard of animals protecting others during times of danger? 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。 surround /suh-ROUND/ [verb] – to be all around something or someone The teacher asked students to surround the desk for a meeting. detect /dih-TEKT/ [verb] – to discover or notice something Dogs can detect the scent of food from far away. calf /kaf/ [noun] – a young animal, especially a cow or elephant The calf followed its mother through the field. herd /hurd/ [noun] – a…
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