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。 Are sneakers a type of footwear? Do people wear sneakers for sports and exercise? 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 put something into use, operation, or a place for the first time The company plans to introduce a new product next month that will help people save time in the kitchen. gain /geyn/ [verb] – to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time He was able to gain…
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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 pilots who survived after ejecting underwater? Would you be interested in learning about the psychological impact on pilots who have had to eject underwater? 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。 reality /ree-AL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of things as they are, rather than as they are imagined to be The reality of the situation is that studying hard for your exams is necessary to achieve good grades. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The progress he made…
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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 a nuclear power plant is? Do you know the role of nuclear power in global energy production and its projected 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。 despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite feeling tired, she studied hard for her upcoming exam. recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago Recently, I started learning how to play the guitar. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl,/ [adjective] – important, useful, or…
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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 like rice cakes? Have you ever eaten idlis before? 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。 spice up /spahys uhp/ [phrasal verb] – If you spice up something you add excitement or interest to it Maria decided to spice up her presentation by adding some colorful images and fun facts. flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. To make a cake, you need flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. signature /SIG-nuh-cher/ [noun] – used to refer 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 owned an indoor plant before? Are you interested in learning about the benefits of having indoor plants? 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。 natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – as found in nature and not involving anything made or done by people It is important to use natural materials like wood and cotton to protect the environment. positive /POZ-i-tiv/ [adjective] – full of hope and confidence, or giving cause for hope and confidence Sarah’s teacher gave her positive feedback on her homework, which made her feel proud 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 experienced burnout in your current job/in school? Do you feel fulfilled right now? 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。 decision /dih-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – a choice that you make about something after thinking about several possibilities Making a decision can be tough, but it’s important to think about the consequences before you choose. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money Mary wants to become a doctor…
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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。 How many hours do you use social media a day? Does your country have a law that limits teen access to social media? 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。 law /law/ [noun] – a rule, usually made by a government, that is used to order the way in which a society behaves Breaking the law can result in serious consequences, such as fines or even imprisonment. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [ri-KWAHYUHR] – to need something or make something necessary In order to become a doctor, you require many years of education…
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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 interested in luxurious vacation destinations? Have you ever traveled for both business and pleasure at the same time? 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。 fancy /FAN-see/ [adjective] – expensive I don’t usually wear fancy clothes, but I dressed up in a fancy dress for my sister’s wedding. check out /CHEK out / [phrasal verb] – to examine something or get more information about it in order to be certain that it is true, safe, or suitable We should check out that new pizza place that just opened…
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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。 Can redeveloping an area help improve a community? Do you have redevelopment projects in your area or city at the moment? 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。 public /PUHB-lik/ [adjective] – relating to or involving people in general, rather than being limited to a particular group of people The public library is a great place to find books and information for free. design /dih-ZAHYN/ [noun] – the art of making plans or drawings for something The design of the new phone is sleek and modern, with a large touchscreen…
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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 read mythology? What is your favorite myth/tale? 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。 thunder /THUHN-der / [noun] – the sudden loud noise that comes from the sky especially during a storm The loud thunder scared the little girl, and she ran to her mother for comfort. defend /dih-FEND/ [verb] – to protect someone or something against attack or criticism The goalkeeper must defend the goal to prevent the other team from scoring. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a subject that you get by…
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