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 seismic activity the movement of Earth’s crust? Can volcanic eruptions be triggered by seismic activity? 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。 experience /ik-SPEER-ee-uhns/ [verb] – to go through or to undergo something I experienced heavy rain on my trip. activity /ak-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – refers to the occurrence of physical movements or events The sudden increase in volcanic activity worried the island’s residents. monitor /MON-i-ter/ [verb] – to watch and check a situation carefully over a period of time Teachers monitor students during exams. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening…
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©(Coca-Cola 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 tried a drink with a unique flavor? What food reminds you of your childhood? 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 general direction in which something is developing or changing A trend for vintage fashion has recently gained popularity among teenagers. permanent /PUR-muh-nuhnt / [adjective] – lasting or intended to last indefinitely The summer carnival is a seasonal event and will not be a permanent attraction in the city. taste /teyst/ [noun] – the preference or liking of 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。 Have you ever felt unsafe or uncomfortable online? Do you think social media platforms should be responsible for harmful content? 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。 propose /pruh-POHZ/ [verb] – to suggest a plan or idea for others to consider She proposed a new activity for the school event. measure /MEZH-er/ [noun] – a plan or action taken to achieve a result The government introduced new measures to improve education. safety /SEYF-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being protected from danger or harm The school has rules to ensure…
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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 about areas that experience snowfall for the first time? Can species with natural adaptations survive extreme weather better than those without? 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。 severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – causing very great pain, difficulty, worry, damage, etc.; very serious The storm caused severe flooding in the town. temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the measured amount of heat in a place or a body The temperature dropped below freezing last night. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of plants, animals, and natural areas, especially from 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 imagined living to be over 100 years old? Would you want to know the secret to living a very long life? 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。 destroy /dih-STROI/ [verb] – to damage something so badly that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired The storm destroyed several houses in the coastal town. attention /uh-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of noticing or focusing on someone or something The new policy drew attention from both parents and teachers. application /ap-li-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a formal request for…
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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。 Which do you think is easier to live in, a big city or a small town? Can a country’s economy face challenges if there are fewer young people and more elderly individuals? 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。 decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – a gradual decrease in numbers, quality, or importance The decline in the forest population worries scientists. nation /NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a country or a group of people with a shared government, culture, or language Japan is a nation known for its technology. analyst /AN-l-ist/ [noun] – 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。 Do plants and animals adapt to survive in extremely cold places? Have you experienced temperatures below freezing? 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。 extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very severe or serious The extreme weather made it difficult to travel. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a place that protects from danger or bad weather They found a shelter under the large tree. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the act of staying alive, especially in difficult conditions Clean water is necessary for human survival. pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – damage to the environment caused…
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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 any pets? Have you ever heard of animals getting sick from food or drinks? 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。 produce /pruh-DOOS/ [verb] – to make or create something The factory produced thousands of toys every year. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something The soup contains a blend of fresh herbs and vegetables for extra flavor. owner /OH-ner/ [noun] – someone who owns something The owner of the restaurant greeted the guests at the door. blind /blahynd/ [adjective] – unable to…
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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 about machines being connected to human brains? Are scientists working on linking brains to machines to help people? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to tell people something officially, especially about a plan or decision The teacher announced the test results after lunch. report /ri-PAWRT/ [verb] – to give information about something that happened She reported the missing items to the manager. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better He wants to improve his English skills by practicing every day. insert…
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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 how wildfires spread? Can technology help firefighters in dangerous situations? 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。 progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – the process of improving or developing something over time The project is making great progress each week. wildfire /WAHYLD-fahyuhr/ [noun] – a large, destructive fire that spreads quickly The wildfire spread through the forest in just hours. warn /wawrn/ [verb] – to tell someone about a possible danger or problem She warned him about the storm. delay /dih-LEY/ [verb] – to make something happen later than…
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