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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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©Bayerisches Landesamt für Denkmalpflege 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 an interest in archaeological discoveries or ancient artifacts? Have you read or heard about any specific archaeological discoveries or ancient sites recently? 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。 metal /MET-l / [noun] – a chemical element, such as iron or gold, or a mixture of such elements, such as steel, that is generally hard and strong, and through which electricity and heat can travel The blacksmith heated the metal in the forge before shaping it into a sword. iron /AHY-ern / [noun]…
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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 seen images or videos of the damage caused by wildfires? Does your country experience wildfires? 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。 firefighter /FAHYUHR-fahy-ter/ [noun] – a person whose job is to stop fires from burning Amid the raging blaze, the courageous firefighter bravely battled the flames to protect homes and lives. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [verb] – to order, limit, or rule something, or someone’s actions or behavior Efforts to control the wildfire’s spread are ongoing, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the flames and prevent further destruction….
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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 tried a variety of cheeses? Have you ever cooked or baked with cheese? 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 concert was a major event in the city, drawing thousands of attendees. expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity He is a recognized expert in the field of neurology. taste /teyst/ [verb] – to put food or drink in your…
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©dailyrecord 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 there different types of bears that can be found in your country? Are there animals considered endangered in your country? 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。 confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to approve someone or something officially by formal agreement The laboratory tests confirmed that the new drug is effective in treating the disease. raise /reyz/ [verb] – to cause something to increase or become bigger, better, higher, etc. The recent improvements in infrastructure have raised the overall quality of life in the community. serious /SEER-ee-uhs / [adjective]…
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©Jeffrey Collins/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。 Are you familiar with chili pepper types? Have you ever come across any particularly interesting or surprising Guinness World Records? 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。 recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to accept that something is true, important, or legal Her outstanding achievements in the field of astrophysics were recognized by the prestigious Nobel Committee. average /AV-er-ij/ [adjective] – typical or representing a typical or common quality, quantity, or degree The student’s scores were all around the average mark, indicating consistent performance. effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – physical or…
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