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2024年10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。 Do you know what a meteorite is? Have you ever visited a planetarium or space museum? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury The storm caused significant damage to the buildings in the area. model /MAH-dl/ [verb] – to represent or simulate something, often for analysis or demonstration The architect decided to model the new building in 3D software. strike /strahyk/ [verb] – to hit or collide with something The lightning struck the tree during the storm. note /noht/ [verb] – to observe…
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2024年10月23日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction The earthquake had catastrophic effects on the city, destroying many buildings. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of many large rocks that circle the sun Scientists discovered a new asteroid that could potentially pass close to Earth. simulation /sim-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a model of a set of problems or events that can be used to teach someone how to do something, or the process of making such a model The researchers used computer simulations to predict climate changes over the next century. collision /kuh-LIZH-uhn/ [noun]…
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2024年10月23日
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2024年10月23日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit any place in space, where would you go and why? What stories or myths have you heard about meteorites or shooting stars? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. origin /AWR-i-jin/ [noun] – the point at which something begins or comes into existence The origin of the ancient civilization remains a mystery to historians. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, point, or make clear in another way The results of the survey indicate a growing preference for online shopping. focus /FOW-kuhs/ [verb] – to direct attention or concentration…
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2024年10月21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 cave on the moon look like a cave on Earth? Are scientists interested in studying caves on 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。 cave /keyv/ [noun] – a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, or underground The hikers found a cave and rested inside to avoid the rain. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find something or someone for the first time The children discovered a hidden path in the forest while playing. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential…
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2024年10月21日
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2024年10月21日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sizable /SAHY-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – fairly large; considerable in size The company made a sizable profit this year, allowing for employee bonuses. expedition /ek-spi-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – an organized journey or voyage for a specific purpose, often for exploration The scientists planned an expedition to the Arctic to study climate change effects. reinforcement /ree-in-FAWRS-muhnt/ [noun] – the action of strengthening or supporting something The teacher provided reinforcement through extra practice to help students understand the material. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of creating or shaping something; a particular arrangement The formation of clouds indicated a change in…
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2024年10月21日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What might a cave on the moon look like? Why are scientists interested in studying caves on the moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. utilize /YOOT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to use something in an effective way The teacher utilized visual aids to help students understand complex topics. measure /MEZH-er/ [verb] – to discover the exact size, amount, or degree of something Engineers measure the strength of the bridge to ensure its safety. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – used to say something may develop into something in the future This new policy could…
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2024年10月20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。 Do all birds have the ability to fly? Do you think birds play an important role in maintaining the environment? 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。 sailor /SEY-ler/ [noun] – a person whose job is to work on a ship or boat The sailors were excited to reach the next port after months at sea. hunting /HUHN-ting/ [noun] – chasing and killing an animal or bird for food, sport, or profit Many people in rural areas rely on hunting to provide food for their families. recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] –…
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2024年10月20日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if a local bird you enjoy watching disappeared forever? What are some human activities that might lead to the extinction of animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flightless /FLAHYT-lis/ [adjective] – not able to fly The ostrich is a flightless bird that can run very fast. ecologist /ih-KOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies the natural relationships between the air, land, water, animals, plants, etc. The ecologist spent years researching the impact of pollution on marine life. rely on /ri-LAHY on/ [phrasal verb] – to depend…
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