Tag Archive: world news

Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts

lynx-5581792_1280

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。 What is the Iberian lynx and where does it live? Do you think the survival of endangered species like the Iberian lynx is important? 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。 extinct /ex-TINCT/ [adjective] – no longer in existence; having died out The dodo bird is an example of a species that is now extinct. source /sors/ [noun] – a place, person, or thing from which something comes or can be obtained The library is a good source of information for your research project. adult /uh-DULT/ [noun] – a fully…
Read more

Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico

ai-generated-8244286_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. especially /iz-PE-shuh-lee / [adverb] – particularly; more than usual People were advised to take precautions, especially those living near the coast. weaken /WEE-kuhn/ [verb] – to become less strong; to diminish in intensity The storm weakened as it moved further inland, causing less damage. caution /KAW-shuhn / [noun] – care taken to avoid danger or mistakes Drivers should exercise caution on wet roads to prevent accidents. readiness /RED-ee-nis / [noun] – the state of being prepared or eager to do something The team showed great readiness for the upcoming competition. heighten /HAHYT-n / [verb] – to…
Read more

Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico

ai-generated-8244286_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever experienced a storm? If so, what kind of storm was it and how did it affect you? If not, what do you think it would be like to experience one? What do you know about how storms form? Can you describe the conditions that might lead to the formation of a storm? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flash flood /FLASH fluhd/ [noun] – a sudden and severe flood, typically caused by heavy rain After the heavy rain, a flash flood swept through the village, damaging homes and…
Read more

Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico

ai-generated-8244286_1280

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 experienced a storm? Was it a hurricane, tornado, thunderstorm, or another type of storm? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury that makes something less valuable, useful, or able to function The storm caused a lot of damage to the houses in our neighborhood. particularly /par-TIK-yuh-ler-lee/ [adverb] – especially; more than usual or more than others She was particularly interested in learning about how storms form. advise /ad-VIZE/ [verb] – to recommend or suggest something The teacher advised the students…
Read more

Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

young-swimmer-2501548_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns / [noun] – continued effort and determination in spite of difficulties or opposition Despite facing many challenges, his perseverance in learning English paid off when he passed the exam. accompany /uh-KUHM-puh-nee / [verb] – to go along with someone or something; to be present or occur at the same time as something else His anxiety was accompanied by sweaty palms and a racing heart during the presentation. solace /SOL-is / [noun] – comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness After a long day, she found solace in her favorite book, escaping…
Read more

Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

young-swimmer-2501548_1280

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 enjoy swimming? What types of swimming styles do you know? 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。 path /PATH / [noun] – the route or track that one takes to reach a destination or goal She followed a difficult path to success, overcoming many obstacles along the way. mental /MEN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the mind, thoughts, or feelings His mental strength helped him stay focused during the challenging exam. psychologist /sahy-KOL-uh-jist / [noun] – a person who studies and treats the human mind and its disorders The…
Read more

Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

young-swimmer-2501548_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you enjoy most about swimming? What types of swimming styles do you know? Can you describe or demonstrate one of those styles? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. determination /dih-tur-muh-NAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the quality of being determined to do or achieve something Her determination to succeed helped her win the swimming competition. maintain /meyn-TEYN/ [verb] – to continue to have; to keep in existence He tries to maintain a healthy diet to stay fit for swimming. obstacle /OB-stuh-kuhl/ [noun] – something that blocks your way so that movement or…
Read more