South American lungfish holds record for largest genome among all animals
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South American lungfish holds record for largest genome among all animals
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does it mean for an animal to adapt to its environment? Can you think of an example? Do you know what genes are? If yes, what do you know about them? If not, can you think of one word that comes to mind when you hear the word “genes”? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. freshwater /FRESH-wot-er/ [adjective] – water that is not salty, typically found in rivers, lakes, and streams The lake is a source of freshwater for the nearby towns. entire /en-TAHYUHR/ [adjective] – whole or complete She…
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NASA delays astronauts’ return due to Starliner issues
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or onto (a ship, aircraft, or train) The astronauts are staying aboard the space station. resolve /ri-ZOLV/ [verb] – to find a solution to a problem We need to resolve the problem with the computer. uncrewed /uhn-KROOD/ [adjective] – not having any crew or people on board The uncrewed spacecraft flew to the moon. complication /kom-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a problem or difficulty that makes a situation more difficult The new plan had many complications that made it hard to follow. transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people or goods…
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NASA delays astronauts’ return due to Starliner issues
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 feel frustrated if you ended up staying in a certain place longer than you intended? Do people face challenges if they have to extend their stay unexpectedly? 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。 postpone /pohst-POHN/ [verb] – to delay an event or action to a later time The teacher decided to postpone the test until next week. test /test / [verb] – to take measures to check the quality, performance, or reliability of something The engineers will test the software to ensure its performance. worn out /WAWRN-OUT/…
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NASA delays astronauts’ return due to Starliner issues
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NASA delays astronauts’ return due to Starliner issues
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if you ended up staying in a certain place longer than you intended? What challenges might people face if they have to extend their stay unexpectedly? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. backup /BAK-uhp/ [adjective] – serving as an alternative or supplementary option in case the primary one fails or is unavailable We have a backup plan in case our main idea doesn’t work. thruster /THRUHS-ter/ [noun] – a small engine on a spacecraft, used to control or adjust its movement The spaceship used its thrusters to…
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Astronauts remain stranded in space due to technical difficulties
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。 Could technical issues with their spacecraft cause astronauts to become stranded in space? Is it important for astronauts to stay calm during emergencies in 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。 return /ri-TURN/ [verb] – to go back to a place after being away We hope the astronauts will return to Earth soon. capsule /KAP-suhl/ [noun] – a small container or a space vehicle designed to carry people or things The astronaut entered the space capsule for the mission. last /last/ [verb] – to continue for a period of…
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Astronauts remain stranded in space due to technical difficulties
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What could cause astronauts to become stranded in space? Why is it important for astronauts to stay calm during emergencies in space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a situation that needs to be dealt with or solved They are working hard to fix the problem with the spacecraft’s engine. engineer /en-juh-NEER/ [noun] – a person who designs or builds things The engineer checked the spacecraft’s systems to make sure they were working. leak /leek/ [noun] – a hole or crack through which something can escape They…
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Astronauts remain stranded in space due to technical difficulties
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. technical difficulty /TEK-ni-kuhl DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun phrase] – a problem or issue that makes something difficult to do or operate The car had a technical difficulty, so it stopped working on the road. unforeseen /uhn-for-SEEN/ [adjective] – not expected or anticipated The rain was an unforeseen event during the outdoor party. propulsion /pruh-PUHL-shuhn/ [noun ] – the action of driving or pushing something forward The boat’s propulsion comes from its powerful engine. malfunction /mal-FUHNGK-shuhn/ [verb] – to fail to work properly The machine may malfunction if not used correctly. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – close and careful examination…
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Astronauts remain stranded in space due to technical difficulties
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