Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires
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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires
©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, often used in the context of animals or terminal illness The shelter had limited space, and several older animals were at risk of euthanasia if not adopted soon. forested /FAW-ruh-stuhd/ [adjective] – covered with trees or woods They built a cabin in a quiet, forested valley to escape the noise of city life. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – deeply touching or emotionally moving The movie offered a poignant glimpse into the life of a war survivor….
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy
©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) 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 pets can understand people’s feelings? Have you ever seen a rescue dog in real life or on TV? 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。 temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a limited period of time The school set up a temporary classroom in the gym while the main building was being repaired. rescue /RES-kyoo/ [noun] – the act of saving someone from danger or a difficult situation The rescue of the trapped hikers took more than ten hours. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy
©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think dogs can be heroes? Why or why not? What does “hope” mean to you? Can you think of a time you felt hopeful? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a place that provides protection from danger, bad weather, or other difficult situations After the hurricane, a temporary shelter was set up at the school gym for evacuated residents. grief /greef/ [noun] – deep sorrow, especially caused by someone’s death The town was filled with grief after the sudden passing of their…
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy
©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage, destruction, or suffering The hurricane had a devastating effect on the small coastal town, destroying homes and cutting off power for days. somber /SOM-ber/ [adjective] – serious, sad, and without cheer The school assembly had a somber tone after the news of the teacher’s sudden departure. anguish /ANG-gwish/ [noun] – severe pain or suffering (especially emotional) She cried out in anguish after hearing about the accident involving her best friend. reprieve /ri-PREEV/ [noun] – a short period of relief from something difficult or unpleasant…
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia
©(The Myanmar Military True News Information Team via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. epicenter /EP-uh-sen-ter/ [noun] – the point on the Earth’s surface directly above the origin of an earthquake Scientists found that the epicenter of the volcanic tremor was beneath the eastern slope of the mountain. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very serious damage The flood caused catastrophic damage to the coastal town, leaving thousands without homes. geophysicist /jee-oh-FIZ-uh-sist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies the physical properties of the Earth A geophysicist analyzed the volcano’s activity to predict future eruptions. aftershock /AF-ter-shok/ [noun] – a sudden…
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia
©(The Myanmar Military True News Information Team 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。 Do you know what to do during an earthquake? Do you think your house or school would be safe in an earthquake? 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。 frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening often The city experiences frequent power outages during the summer. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom of something The diver explored the depth of the ocean in search of coral reefs. warn /wawrn/ [verb] – to tell someone about a possible…
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Devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt across Southeast Asia
©(The Myanmar Military True News Information Team via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think people need most right after a big disaster happens? If you could design a safe place for everyone during a strong earthquake, what would it look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. collapsed /kuh-LAPST/ [adjective] – having fallen down or given way, usually due to damage or pressure They hid under a collapsed roof. destructive /dih-STRUHK-tiv/ [adjective] – causing great damage or harm The hurricane was more destructive than expected, tearing off roofs and uprooting trees. pressure…
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