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©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar 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 concept of farming? Have you ever come across farming that involves the arts? 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。 approach /uh-PROHCH/ [noun] – a way of considering or doing something His approach to problem-solving involves careful analysis and creative thinking. cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society The festival showcased various cultural performances from around the world. creative /kree-EY-tiv/ [adjective] – producing or using original and unusual ideas The artist’s creative use of colors…
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©Brent Paterson/via REUTERS 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 a flood before? Do you know what happens during a flood? 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。 difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact that it is not easy to do or understand Learning a new language can be a significant difficulty for some people. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, that happens suddenly or unexpectedly and needs fast action in order to avoid harmful results The hospital declared an emergency when they received a large…
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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 always use social media to share personal updates or experiences with friends and family? Is there strict regulation of social media use in your country? 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。 approach /uh-PROHCH/ [verb] – to come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount As the weekend approaches, people plan various activities to enjoy their time off. broad /brawd/ [adjective] – very wide The museum’s collection is broad, featuring art from various cultures and time periods. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the…
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©Matthias Huss/GLAMOS 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 already know or have thoughts about ‘glaciers’? Have you already experienced the effects of climate change? 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。 expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity She consulted with an expert to get advice on her legal situation. due to /doo too/ [prepositional phrase] – because of The decline in biodiversity is due to habitat destruction and pollution. extra /EK-struh/ [adjective] – something that is additional, beyond what…
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©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang 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 it easy to find a house or home in your country? Do you consider various factors before choosing a place to live or deciding on a house to move into? 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。 builder /BIL-der/ [noun] – a person whose job it is to make buildings The builder constructed a new house in the neighborhood. owe /oh/ [verb] – to need to pay or give something to someone because they have lent money to you, or in exchange for something they have done…
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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 that agricultural practices might contribute to greenhouse gas emissions? Is your country employing strategies or methods to reduce environmental problems? 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。 farming /FAHR-ming/ [noun] – the activity of working on a farm or organizing the work there Farming requires dedication and hard work, involving tasks such as planting, harvesting, and caring for animals. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something The scientific method involves steps like observation, hypothesis, experimentation, and conclusion. climate /klahy-mit/ [noun] – the general weather…
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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 to Dubai? Have you heard about any recent trends in global investments or wealth management that caught your attention? 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。 rule /rool/ [noun] – an accepted principle or instruction that states the way things are or should be done, and tells you what you are allowed or are not allowed to do Understanding and following a country’s rules is essential for smooth integration into its society. chance /chans/ [noun] – an occasion that allows something to be done Winning 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。 Do you have an understanding of the concept of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in a country’s power sector? Is your country currently implementing measures or initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions? 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 bring something new into a situation or make something known for the first time She will introduce the new project during the meeting tomorrow. support /suh-PAWRT/ [verb] – to provide assistance, help, or backing to someone or something The community rallied together to support the local food…
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©Justin Women’s Red Mckean 7″ Lace-Up Roper 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 worn or seen someone wear roper boots? Do you know about the design and purpose of roper boots? 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。 collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of objects or designs that are kept together or considered as a group I have a beautiful collection of vintage stamps. updated /uhp-DEY-tid/ [adjective] – made more modern or up-to-date The software has an updated version with new features. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – appropriate or fitting for a particular…
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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 “artificial intelligence” means? Have you ever heard about machines doing smart tasks on their own? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something The successful completion of the group project was the result of a collaborative effort by the entire team. intelligent /in-TEL-i-juhnt / [adjective] – showing intelligence, or being able to learn and understand things easily The new computer system is designed to be more intelligent and capable of learning from user interactions. introduced…
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