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2024年1月9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 you interested in ancient structures, monuments, or historical landmarks? Is your country home to any ancient structures or historical landmarks that people find fascinating or that attract tourists? 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。 laboratory /LAB-ruh-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a room or building with scientific equipment for doing scientific tests or for teaching science, or a place where chemicals or medicines are produced The scientists conducted experiments in the laboratory to analyze the chemical reactions. stream /streem/ [noun] – water that flows naturally along a fixed route formed by…
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2024年1月9日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypothesis /hahy-POTH-uh-sis/ [noun] – an idea or explanation for something that is based on known facts but has not yet been proved The scientist formulated a hypothesis to explain the observed phenomena in the experiment. presumed /pruh-ZOOMD/ [adjective] – assumed or believed to be true without direct evidence The presumed winner celebrated cautiously until the official announcement. plausible /PLAW-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – seeming likely to be true, or able to be believed The explanation provided seemed plausible, given the available evidence. swift /swift/ [adjective] – happening or moving quickly or within a short time, especially in a…
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2024年1月9日
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2024年1月9日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which ancient structures or landmarks have fascinated you? What are some ancient structures or landmarks in your country that fascinate people or attract tourists? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. theory /THEE-uh-ree/ [noun] – a formal statement of the rules on which a subject of study is based or of ideas that are suggested to explain a fact or event or, more generally, an opinion or explanation The scientist presented a groundbreaking theory that revolutionized our understanding of the universe. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] – to accept or start to use something…
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2024年1月7日
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2024年1月7日
©ESA/Euclid/Euclid Consortium/NASA Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. realm /relm / [noun] – an area of interest or activity In the realm of science fiction, alien civilizations and interstellar travel are common themes. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned artist’s paintings were celebrated for their unique blend of colors and emotions. portray /pawr-TREY/ [verb] – to represent or describe someone or something in a painting, movie, book, or other artistic work The film portrayed the struggles of individuals living in a war-torn country. assembly /uh-SEM-blee / [noun] – a large and organized gathering or group The political rally drew…
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2024年1月7日
©ESA/Euclid/Euclid Consortium/NASA Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think the word “telescope” refers to? How do you imagine a telescope works, and what do you think it is used for? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away The mountain range appeared distant, shrouded in mist and mystery. capture /KAP-cher/ [verb] – to record or take a picture of something using a camera The photographer captured the essence of the city’s vibrant street life through his lens. enable /en-EY-buhl/ [verb] – to make someone or something able to do something,…
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2024年1月7日
©ESA/Euclid/Euclid Consortium/NASA 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 heard the word “telescope” before today? Do you think a telescope is used for looking at things up close? 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。 mystery /MIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – something strange or not known that has not yet been explained or understood The disappearance of the ancient artifact remains a mystery, baffling archaeologists and historians. hidden /HID-n/ [adjective] – not easy to find In the dense forest, there was a hidden path leading to a secluded waterfall. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to search a place…
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2024年1月5日
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2024年1月5日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the word “bedbug”? Have you ever encountered or heard of bedbug problems in your area or in the news? What information can you share about it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specialized /SPESH-uh-lahyzd/ [adjective] – relating to one particular area or designed for a particular purpose: The chef used a specialized knife to carve the beautiful ice sculpture for the party. infection /in-FEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the invasion and multiplication of harmful microorganisms in the body, leading to illness He got an infection after…
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