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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 heard about extremely heavy rainfall causing problems in a city? Do you think record-breaking rainfall could lead to any serious issues in a place? 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。 event /ih-VENT/ [noun] – anything that happens, especially something important or unusual The event highlighted new renewable energy solutions. despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite the heavy rain, the outdoor event continued as planned. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the particular state that something or someone…
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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。 Do you know what an earthquake is? Have you ever felt the ground shaking like it’s moving beneath your feet? 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。 death /deth/ [noun] – the end of life The sudden earthquake in the small village led to the tragic deaths of several residents. destroy /dih-STROI/ [verb] – to damage something so badly that it cannot be used The powerful tornado had the ability to destroy entire houses within seconds. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to make an arrangement or meeting certain, often by phone…
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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。 Do you use TikTok? Are you concerned about cybersecurity? 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。 application /ap-li-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a computer program that is designed for a particular purpose The new application simplifies the process of managing finances by offering various tools and features. strict /strikt/ [adjective] – strongly limiting someone’s freedom to behave as they wish, or likely to severely punish someone if they do not obey The school has a strict policy regarding uniform requirements and punctuality. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general development or change in…
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©Peter Foulds/Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society via AP 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 heard about a bird called Pūteketeke? Do you know why the Pūteketeke bird is special or unique? 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。 vote /voht/ [noun] – the act of showing your choice or opinion in an election or meeting by writing an X on an official piece of paper or putting your hand up Citizens cast their vote to express their choice for the next community leader. habit /HAB-it / [noun] – something that you do…
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©REUTERS/Nicoco Chan 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 about Disney’s Zootopia before? Do you know what kind of theme or story might be featured in a Zootopia-themed attraction at a Disney resort? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something new to someone’s attention or to present something for the first time The teacher will introduce a new student to the class tomorrow. attraction /uh-TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – something that makes people want to go to a place or do a particular thing The theme park has many…
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©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images 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 have a tree in your backyard? Have you ever heard about planting trees to help 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something, often involving strenuous exertion or undertaking With great effort, she completed the challenging hike to the mountain summit. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do As…
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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。 Do you know what volcanic eruption is? Does volcanic eruption impact the surrounding areas? 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。 serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having important or severe consequences The earthquake was serious, causing buildings to shake. possibility /pos-uh-BIL-i-tee / [noun] – The state or fact of being possible. There was a possibility of a volcanic eruption in the region. embassy /EM-buh-see / [noun] – the official residence or offices of an ambassador in a foreign country The ambassador resides in the embassy in Washington, D.C. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective]…
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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 dreamed of becoming an astronaut? Have you experienced a hurricane firsthand? 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。 eastern /EE-stern/ [adjective] – lying toward or situated in the east The sunrise in New York City is particularly stunning when viewed from the eastern side of Central Park. face /feys/ [verb] – to deal with a difficult situation She faced her fear of public speaking when she was asked to give a presentation to a large audience. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – (the situation of being faced with) something…
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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 heard the word ‘aircraft’ before? Do you know what ‘Marines’ refers to? 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。 aircraft /AIR-kraft/ [noun] – any vehicle, with or without an engine, that can fly, such as a plane or helicopter The aircraft flew smoothly through the sky. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling, opinion, or fact His smile expressed genuine happiness. bravery /BREY-vuh-ree/ [noun] – brave behavior or actions Despite her fear, she showed great bravery by standing up and speaking in front of the crowd. incident…
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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。 Do you have knowledge about penguins and their natural habitats? Are you familiar with the behaviors or characteristics commonly linked to penguins? 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。 research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding The team conducted extensive research to uncover the underlying causes of the phenomenon they were studying. climate /KLAHY-mit/ [noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place The tropical rainforest has a warm and humid climate…
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