Tag Archive: world news – beginner

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。 Is the traditional office model still the most common way of working? Are there benefits to working remotely or from home? 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。 allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening My teacher will allow us to use our calculators during the math test. lack /lak/ [noun] – the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it There is a lack of chairs in the classroom, so some…
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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 of the term “ultra-low-carbon lifestyle” before? Do you think it’s important to live a lifestyle that has a low carbon footprint? 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。 headline /HED-lahyn/ [noun] – a line of words printed in large letters as the title of a story in a newspaper, or the main points of the news that are broadcast on television or radio I always read the headline of the news first to know what the article is about. choice /chois/ [noun] – the range of…
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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 made a burger at home? Have you tried any vegetarian or vegan burgers? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The ancient Egyptians built impressive pyramids thousands of years ago. herb /urb/ [noun] – a type of plant whose leaves are used in cooking to give flavor to particular dishes or in making medicine My grandma grows herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme in her garden to use in…
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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 natural wonders in your country that the government protects? Do you think these natural wonders are worth preserving? 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。 cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad Lack of sleep can cause fatigue and make it difficult to focus on tasks throughout the day. minister /MIN-uh-ster/ [MIN-uh-ster] – a member of the government who is in charge of a particular department or has an important position in it The minister of health held a press conference to address…
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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 any endangered animals? Do you think ordinary people can save endangered animals? 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。 rare /rair / [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The rare butterfly species is only found in a few remote locations around the world. poaching /POH-ching / [gerund] – the catching and killing of animals without permission on someone else’s land The park ranger caught several individuals poaching deer in the national park. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn / [noun] – the set of things that are happening and…
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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 thought about the environmental impact of using plastic versus glass products? Do you think that using glass products is more environmentally friendly than using plastic products? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The new product that my company launched last month is selling really well in the market. ripple effect /RIP-uhl ih-FEKT/ [idiom] – a…
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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。 Are you familiar with the animals that live in the ocean? Do you think it is important to protect our oceans? 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。 ocean /OH-shuhn/ [noun] – the large mass of salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface Sharks are commonly found in the ocean, but they usually don’t bother humans. creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – any large or small living thing that can move independently Creatures such as insects and spiders are an important part of the ecosystem. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an…
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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。 Is exterior design an important aspect of a building’s overall appearance? Is it possible to improve the exterior design of an existing building without major renovations? 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。 ordinary /AWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – not different or special or unexpected in any way; usual My sister likes to wear ordinary clothes like t-shirts and jeans when she goes to school. bold /bohld / [adjective] – strong in color or shape, and very noticeable to the eye My aunt bought a bold red dress to wear to the…
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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 of this understated yet luxurious style before? Do you prefer understated fashion over bold, attention-grabbing fashion? 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。 keep up with /keep uhp with / [phrasal verb] – to do whatever is necessary to stay level or equal with someone or something It can be difficult to keep up with the latest fashion trends, as they are always changing. trend /trend/ [noun] – a new development in clothing, makeup, etc. Brightly colored hair is a popular trend among young people these…
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