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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of insects are common in your country? How would you feel if the plants or trees in your area started to die because of insects? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trunk /truhngk/ [noun] – the thick main stems of trees that support the branches and leaves The storm broke several trunks in the forest, leaving many trees lying on the ground. sap /sap/ [noun] – the liquid inside a plant or tree that carries water and nutrients The maple tree produces sweet sap that people use to make…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading quickly and often causing harm to the environment or area it enters An invasive mosquito species has begun to appear in parts of southern Europe. infestation /in-fe-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation where insects or animals enter a place in large numbers and cause damage or disease The farmer noticed an infestation of locusts destroying his rice fields. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention and watchfulness to avoid danger or problems Doctors showed great vigilance during the outbreak to protect patients. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely and affecting many people or…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

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 seen an insect on a tree or plant? Do you think insects are more helpful or harmful to plants? 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted material or leftover matter After the storm, the road was covered with small pieces of plastic waste. pest /pest/ [noun] – an animal or insect that damages plants or causes problems Farmers reported that a new garden pest was destroying their tomato plants. farm /fahrm/ [noun] – a place where crops are grown or animals are…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. magnitude /MAG-ni-tood/ [noun] – the large size or importance of something The magnitude of the problem surprised the local officials. aftermath /AF-ter-math/ [noun] – the situation that exists after an important or unpleasant event People worked together in the aftermath of the disaster. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The government will allocate money for road repairs. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or urgent It is imperative to wear a seatbelt when driving. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever experienced a strong typhoon in your area? If so, what did you do during the storm? If not, what would you prepare? Do you know what the government usually does after a natural disaster? If so, what kind of help do they give? If not, what help do you think is needed? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. considerable /kuhn-SID-er-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – large or important enough to be noticed The company spent a considerable amount of money on repairs. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to happen or make something…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23日

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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 experienced a strong typhoon in your area? Do you know what the government usually does after a natural disaster? 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。 devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting]/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction The fire was devastating to the small village. violent /VAHY-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – using or involving force to hurt or damage A violent storm hit the island last night. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – large in size, amount, or degree The school library has an extensive book collection. agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] –…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Central Philippines

2025年11月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /in-EV-i-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided or prevented Storms are inevitable during the rainy season in tropical countries. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something or someone because they are large, powerful, or difficult Rescuers faced a formidable task after the powerful typhoon. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention, especially to notice possible danger The police asked for public vigilance during the bad weather. catalyst /KAT-l-ist/ [noun] – an event or person that causes great change The typhoon became a catalyst for improving rescue…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Central Philippines

2025年11月19日

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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 experienced a strong typhoon in your area? Can a typhoon cause problems in a community? 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。 suspend /suh-SPEND/ [verb] – to stop something for a short time or until a later time The teacher suspended the class because of the storm. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including all or almost all details or facts The school made a comprehensive plan for emergencies. cooperation /koh-op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of working together for a common goal Cooperation helps people rebuild after disasters. stability…
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