Tag Archive: world news – beginner

Activists push to free bears from bile farms

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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。 Did you know that bear bile is used as medicine? Would you be willing to be treated with bear bile? 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。 rescue /RES-kyoo/ [verb] – to help someone or something out of a dangerous, harmful, or unpleasant situation The stranded cat was stuck on a tree branch until a kind neighbor climbed up to rescue it. cruel /KROO-uhl/ [KROO-uhl] – extremely unkind and unpleasant and causing pain to people or animals intentionally It was cruel of him to tease and mock his classmates for…
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Horrifying train crashes due to signal failure

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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 been involved in a road accident? Are you satisfied with the safety of the transportation system in your area? 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。 clearing /KLEEUH-ruhng/ [gerund] – the act of clearing or the process of making something unobstructed or free from obstacles. The volunteers help in the clearing of litter and fallen leaves. track /trak/ [trak] – one or a pair of parallel metal bars on which trains travel. The train smoothly glided along the tracks. difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact of not…
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A film that foretold the future with astounding accuracy

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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 already watched a movie that foretold the future? Do you like watching reality shows? 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。 audience /AW-dee-uhns/ [noun] – the group of people together in one place to watch or listen to a play, movie, someone speaking, etc. The performers on stage smiled as they received applause from the appreciative audience. role /rohl/ [noun] – an actor’s part in a movie or play In the school play, Emily had the important role of playing the princess. predict /pri-DIKT/ [verb] – to say…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

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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 many tall buildings in your town or city? Are you interested in visiting New York City to see its tall buildings? 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。 sinking /SING-kuhng/ [adjective] – falling or moving to a lower level The sinking ship was in desperate need of rescue. rise /rahyz / [rahyz ] – to move upwards The sun will rise in the morning, bringing light to the world. flooding /FLUHD-ing/ [noun] – a situation in which an area is covered with water, especially from rain The…
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Rise of highly sensitive parents

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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 a sensitive person? Do you feel emotions very strongly? 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。 trend /trend/ [noun] – a new development in clothing, makeup, etc. I noticed a new trend among my classmates: everyone was wearing colorful socks to school. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening The teacher allows students to use their textbooks during the exam. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to make someone more likely to do something, or to make something…
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Unveiling the enchanting power of rhythm

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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 term “rhythm” before? Have you considered the impact of rhythm on mental well-being? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time During our nature walk, we discovered a beautiful flower hidden among the tall grass. beat /beet/ [noun] – in music, a regular emphasis, or a place in the music where such an emphasis is expected The drummer played the beat loudly, making everyone in the audience start tapping their…
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Comedian’s Army-Themed Joke Leads to $2 Million Fine in China

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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 watched a comedy show? Do you find comedy shows entertaining? 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。 involved /in-VOLVD/ [adjective] – part of an activity or event The people involved in the project worked hard to ensure its success. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [kuhn-SID-er] – to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision I consider her to be one of the most talented artists of our time. apology /uh-POL-uh-jee/ [noun] – an act of saying that you are sorry for something wrong you have done She…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

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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 commonly use flour as an ingredient? Do you know about pulse-based flours? 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。 flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. Sarah mixed flour, sugar, and eggs to make a delicious cake for her friend’s birthday. recipe /RES-uh-pee/ [noun] – a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food, including a list of what food is needed for this My mom found a new recipe online, and she’s going…
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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs

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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 city of Dubai? Do you think our oceans need man-made projects to survive? 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。 ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – If a plan or idea is ambitious, it needs a great amount of skill and effort to be successful or be achieved The ambitious project aimed to create sustainable solutions for clean energy, addressing environmental concerns. vast /vast/ [vast] – extremely big The internet provides access to a vast amount of information, making it a valuable resource for research and learning….
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Unveiling the profound mental talent that shaped the world

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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 foresight is? Does foresight help create a better future? 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。 ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something Sarah has the ability to play the piano beautifully. shape /sheyp / [verb] – to decide or influence the form of something, especially a belief or idea, or someone’s character My parents have always shaped my values and taught me to be kind to others. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a…
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