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Golden snub-nosed monkeys join panda diplomacy

2025年11月13日

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©(Pairi Daiza 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 seen a special or rare animal? Would you like to visit a zoo in another country one day? 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。 recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to identify someone or something because you have seen or experienced it before People can easily recognize a panda by its black and white fur. fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick, soft hair that covers the body of certain animals The rabbit’s fur feels soft and warm in winter. celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to…
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Golden snub-nosed monkeys join panda diplomacy

2025年11月13日

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©(Pairi Daiza via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when you see animals in zoos? If your country could send an animal as a symbol of friendship, which animal would you choose and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relation /ri-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the way in which two or more people, groups, or countries behave toward and deal with each other Cultural relations between the two cities help promote friendship and understanding. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of nature, animals, or other valuable resources so that they are not lost…
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Golden snub-nosed monkeys join panda diplomacy

2025年11月13日

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©(Pairi Daiza via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primate /PRAHY-meyt/ [noun] – a mammal that includes humans, apes, and monkeys Several primates in the African rainforest are losing their habitats because of deforestation. quarantine /KWAWR-uhn-teen/ [noun] – a period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease The new pets were kept in quarantine for two weeks to ensure they were healthy. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun] – the state of being healthy, happy, or comfortable The organization works to protect the welfare of stray animals in the city. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise something to a higher level or position…
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Nobel Prize 2025 honors global achievements in science and humanity

2025年11月10日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Nobel Prize? What kind of discoveries or studies do you think can change the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – very much respected and admired, usually because of being important The school is prestigious because many famous people studied there. modesty /MOD-uh-stee/ [noun] – the quality of not talking about or being proud of your achievements or abilities Her modesty impressed everyone when she won the competition. thorough /THUR-oh/ [adjective] – careful and complete in every way The teacher made…
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Nobel Prize 2025 honors global achievements in science and humanity

2025年11月10日

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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 about the Nobel Prize before? Do you think discoveries or studies can change the world? 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。 notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important, interesting, or excellent enough to be noticed The town has a notable museum with ancient art. graciousness /GREY-shuhs-nis/ [noun ] – the quality of being kind, polite, and generous, especially to others His graciousness made everyone feel welcome at the party. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – done using an organized and careful plan or method The cleaner followed a systematic way…
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Nobel Prize 2025 honors global achievements in science and humanity

2025年11月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The city invited an eminent scientist to speak about new medical discoveries. humility /hyoo-MIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of not being proud and of recognizing your own weaknesses Showing humility after winning a contest makes a person more admirable. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns/ [noun] – continued effort to do or achieve something, even when it is difficult Success in science often requires perseverance and patience through many failures. rigorous /RIG-er-uhs/ [adjective] – careful to look at or consider every part of something to make sure it is correct or safe…
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New Zealand falcon takes top spot in bird of the year vote

2025年11月2日

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©(Craig McKenzie 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 taken a photo of a bird or animal? Would you like to vote in a contest for your favorite animal? 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 make something known publicly The teacher announced the results of the exam on Monday. poll /pohl/ [noun] – a process of voting to make a decision or choose a winner A local poll asked people about their favorite food. vote /voht/ [noun] – a choice or decision a person makes in…
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New Zealand falcon takes top spot in bird of the year vote

2025年11月2日

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©(Craig McKenzie via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cryptic /KRIP-tik/ [adjective] – having a meaning that is mysterious or difficult to understand The old letter contained a cryptic message that no one could easily interpret. electrocution /ih-lek-truh-KYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – death or serious injury caused by electric shock Workers must wear protective gear to avoid electrocution when repairing power lines. meme /meem/ [noun] – an image, video, or piece of text, often humorous, that spreads rapidly online Many students create funny memes about school life and share them on social media. interference /in-ter-FEER-uhns/ [noun] – the act of getting involved in…
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