Tag Archive: science & technology

The spacecraft production line for upcoming Moon missions

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you fond of watching TV shows, movies, and documentaries about space? Why do you enjoy them? What do you think are the most exciting recent discoveries or developments in the field of space exploration, and why do you find them interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fascinate /FAS-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to interest someone a lot The intricate patterns of the coral reefs never fail to fascinate marine biologists and researchers.. requirement /ri-KWAHYUHR-muhnt/ [noun] – something that you must do, or something you need To apply for a student visa,…
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The spacecraft production line for upcoming Moon missions

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unfold /uhn-FOHLD/ [verb] – If a situation or story unfolds, it develops or becomes clear to other people As the movie started to unfold, the main character’s mysterious past began to reveal itself, captivating the audience’s attention and keeping them glued to their seats. component /kuhm-POH-nuhnt/ [noun] – a part that combines with other parts to form something bigger A computer is made up of various components, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, each of which plays a vital role in the smooth functioning of the system. exterior /ik-STEER-ee-er/ [adjective] – on or from the…
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Why is vinegar so effective at cleaning?

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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 used vinegar as a cleaning agent? Do you find vinegar effective in removing tough stains? 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。 take up /teyk uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to fill an amount of space or time My new hobby of painting has taken up most of my free time lately. hide /hahyd/ [verb] – to put something or someone in a place where that thing or person cannot be seen or found, or to put yourself somewhere where you cannot be seen or found My little…
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Why is vinegar so effective at cleaning?

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tedious /TEE-dee-uhs/ [adjective] – boring Studying for the final exam was so tedious that Maria found it hard to stay focused for more than 20 minutes. laborious /luh-BAWR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – needing a lot of time and effort It was a laborious task for the group of volunteers to clean up the park after the music festival. acidic /uh-SID-ik/ [adjective] – containing acid The orange juice tasted too acidic for Sarah’s liking, so she added a spoonful of sugar to balance the sourness. property /PROP-er-tee/ [noun] – a quality that something has The cooling sensation of peppermint…
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Why is vinegar so effective at cleaning?

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think vinegar is an effective cleaner? How would you describe the smell of vinegar when used for cleaning? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chore /chawr/ [noun] – a job or piece of work that is often boring or unpleasant but needs to be done regularly I don’t enjoy doing my laundry because it feels like such a chore; it takes a lot of time and effort to sort, wash, and fold all my clothes. dissolve /dih-ZOLV/ [verb] – (of a solid) to be absorbed by a liquid, especially…
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Should you stay away from burned food?

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclusive /kuhn-KLOO-siv/ [adjective] – proving that something is true, or ending any doubt After conducting thorough research, the scientists arrived at a conclusive result that supported their hypothesis. solely /SOHL-lee/ [adverb] – only and not involving anyone or anything else The success of the project was solely dependent on the team’s ability to work together effectively. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the development of something into a particular thing or shape The geologist explained the formation of the nearby mountains and how they were shaped by volcanic activity. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of experiencing something…
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Should you stay away from burned food?

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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 accidentally burned food? Is it safe to eat food that has been burned? 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。 burned /burned/ [adjective] – destroyed, damaged, or injured by heat or fire. The burned toast had a black color and tasted bitter. warn /wawrn/ [verb] – to make someone realize a possible danger or problem, especially one in the future The teacher warned the students not to be late for the exam tomorrow. cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun] – a serious disease that is caused when cells in the body…
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Should you stay away from burned food?

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever burned food while cooking? If so, what was it, and how did you handle the situation? Do you think burning food is a common problem? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shed light on (something) /shed lahyt on/ [idiom] – to help to explain a situation The professor’s presentation helped shed light on the topic and clarified some of the confusing aspects that we didn’t understand before. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving…
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