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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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©Metropolitan Museum of Art 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 believe that lost treasures should be recovered or left undiscovered? Do you think that the recovery of lost treasures can help us learn more about history? 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。 cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society Learning a new language can help you understand different cultural traditions. despite /dih-SPAHYT / [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite the rain, we went to the park…
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©Hans Georg Roth/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。 Have you ever visited an archaeological site before? Are you interested in learning more about the history and culture of ancient civilizations? 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。 destination /des-tuh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the place where someone is going or where something is being sent or taken My family and I are going on a vacation to a beautiful destination with sandy beaches and clear blue water. sandy /SAN-dee/ [adjective] – covered with sand or containing sand: The children enjoyed building a sandcastle on the sandy…
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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 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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