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Oldest rhinoceros in the United States passes away at Tennessee zoo

©(Amy Smotherman Burgess/Zoo Knoxville via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanize /YOO-thuh-nahyz/ [verb] – to humanely end the life of an animal or person to prevent further suffering The sick dog was euthanized after veterinarians determined that no treatment could ease its pain. geriatric /jer-ee-A-trik/ [adjective] – relating to old age, especially in animals or humans The zoo provided geriatric care for its aging elephant to ensure its comfort in its final years. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to decide or determine something after consideration After a thorough investigation, the police concluded that the fire was caused by an electrical fault….
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Oldest rhinoceros in the United States passes away at Tennessee zoo

©(Amy Smotherman Burgess/Zoo Knoxville 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 rhinoceros in a zoo or on TV? Do you think some animals live longer in zoos than in the wild? 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。 specialized /SPESH-uh-lahyzd/ [adjective] – designed for a particular purpose or specific group The hospital provided specialized treatment for children with rare diseases. arrive /uh-RAHYV/ [verb] – to reach a place or destination The famous author arrived at the book signing event and greeted his fans. calf /kaf/ [noun] – a young of…
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Oldest rhinoceros in the United States passes away at Tennessee zoo

©(Amy Smotherman Burgess/Zoo Knoxville via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit any wild animal in its natural home, which animal would you choose and why? Imagine you are taking care of a large animal like a rhino. What would be the most challenging part? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rapid /RAP-id/ [adjective] – happening quickly or in a short time The company experienced rapid growth after launching its new product. mobility /moh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to move or be moved freely and easily After the surgery, her mobility was limited,…
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Rare black wolves spotted in Polish forest, raising conservation interest

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could choose to be an animal for a day, which one would you be and why? How do you feel about wolves? Do they seem scary, interesting, or something else?I Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coordinator /koh-AWR-dn-ey-ter/ [noun] – a person who organizes and manages activities or projects The coordinator of the school event made sure everything went smoothly. marking /MAHR-king/ [noun] – a pattern on the body of an animal The butterfly’s wings had beautiful markings that looked like eyes. domesticated /duh-MEH-stuh-kay-tuhd/ [adjective] – tamed and trained…
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Rare black wolves spotted in Polish forest, raising conservation interest

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that differs from what is normal or expected The sudden rise in temperature during winter was considered an anomaly by climate scientists. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – related to genes or heredity Scientists are studying the genetic factors that contribute to heart disease. prevalence /PREV-uh-luhns/ [noun] – the extent to which something is common or widespread within a particular area or group The prevalence of blue-eyed cats is rare in wild felines. rebound /ri-BOUND/ [verb] – to recover or increase again after a decline or decrease After facing a sharp decline, the…
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Rare black wolves spotted in Polish forest, raising conservation interest

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 wolf in a movie or book? Do you think wolves are dangerous? 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。 stream /streem/ [noun] – a small, narrow river A herd of deer cautiously crossed the stream in the national park. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – not common or ordinary; different from what is usual It was unusual to see a peacock walking through the city streets. fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick, soft hair covering the skin of animals The cat’s fur became fluffier in the winter….
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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What would you do if you found a snake in your yard or near your house? How do you think weather changes affect animals in nature? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venomous /VEN-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – containing poison that can harm or kill Scientists discovered a venomous spider inside the cave, which was dangerous to humans. resident /REZ-i-duhnt/ [noun] – a person who lives in a particular place The resident of the small town was happy to see new businesses opening. shocking /SHOK-ing/ [adjective] – very surprising in a way that…
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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

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 think snakes are scary? Do you think climate change affects animal behavior? 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。 property /PROP-er-tee/ [noun] – a piece of land or a building that belongs to someone They inherited a large property with a farmhouse and a barn in the countryside. several /SEV-er-uhl/ [adjective] – more than two but not a large number Several students stayed after class to ask the teacher questions. pile /pahyl/ [noun] – a group of things stacked or gathered together There was a pile of dirty…
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