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Mexican governor foresees avocado export resumption amid security incident

2024年6月24日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some everyday products or items that you rely on, and how do you think they are produced or sourced? When you hear about disruptions in international trade, such as suspensions of exports or imports, what do you think might be the reasons behind such actions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inspection /in-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the official examination or assessment carried out by authorities to ensure compliance with health standards or regulations The restaurant underwent a thorough inspection to ensure food safety standards were met. resumption /ri-ZUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Mexican governor foresees avocado export resumption amid security incident

2024年6月24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。 Does your country import products from other nations? Have you experienced any changes in product availability due to international issues? 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。 inspector /in-SPEK-ter/ [noun] – a person designated to inspect or examine something, typically to ensure compliance with regulations or standards The health inspector visited the restaurant to check if it met hygiene standards. attack /uh-TAK/ [verb] – to use violence against someone or something with the intention of causing harm or damage The gangsters threatened to attack the store if they didn’t receive…
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Mexican governor foresees avocado export resumption amid security incident

2024年6月24日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. halted /HAHL-ted/ [adjective] – stopped or brought to a stop The train service was temporarily suspended due to a halted signal system. stem /stem/ [verb] – to originate from or have its source in The controversy stems from a misunderstanding between the two parties. assault /uh-SAWLT/ [verb] – to have physically attacked or violently confronted someone The protestors assaulted the security guards during the demonstration. hinge /hinj/ [verb] – to depend or rely upon The success of the project hinges on securing funding from investors. lucrative /LOO-kruh-tiv/ [adjective] – (especially of a business, job, or activity)…
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Extreme weather chaos across U.S.

2024年6月23日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl / [noun] – small, hard balls of ice that fall from the sky like rain The forecast predicts a severe thunderstorm with possible hail this afternoon. saturated /SAT-uh-ray-ted/ [adjective] – containing as much of a substance as possible. The sponge was saturated with water and couldn’t hold anymore. excessive /ek-SEH-siv/ [adjective] – too much; more than is reasonable Eating excessive amounts of candy can make you feel sick. hypothermia /hy-poh-THER-mee-uh/ [noun] – a serious medical condition caused by very low body temperature After falling into the icy lake, he was treated for hypothermia. impassible…
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Extreme weather chaos across U.S.

2024年6月23日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of extreme weather have you experienced or heard about? How does extreme weather impact daily life and the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cite /sahyt/ [verb] – to quote as evidence for or justification of an argument or statement The scientist cited several studies to support her theory about climate change. near /neer/ [verb] – to come close to in distance, time, or degree. The temperature is nearing 90°F, so it’s time to turn on the air conditioner. monsoon /mon-SOON/ [noun] – a season of heavy rain…
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Extreme weather chaos across U.S.

2024年6月23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 experienced or heard about any types of extreme weather? Does extreme weather impact daily life and the environment? 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。 flood /fluhd/ [noun] – a large amount of water covering an area of land that is usually dry After the heavy rain, the streets were covered in a flood, making it difficult to drive. heat wave /HEET weyv/ [noun] – a period of unusually hot weather. During the heat wave, people were advised to stay indoors and drink plenty of water. thunderstorm /THUHN-der-stawrm/…
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TikTok advances plans to develop independent U.S. algorithm amid legislative pressure

2024年6月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. algorithm /AL-guh-rith-uhm/ [noun] – a set of rules or a step-by-step procedure designed to perform a specific task or solve a problem The algorithm used on online shopping websites helps predict customer preferences and suggest products accordingly. divestiture /dih-VES-ti-cher/ [noun] – the act of selling something, especially a business or part of a business, or of no longer investing money in something The company announced the divestiture of its non-core assets to focus on its primary business operations. feasible /FEE-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be made, done, or achieved The engineers are currently assessing whether the…
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TikTok advances plans to develop independent U.S. algorithm amid legislative pressure

2024年6月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are your initial thoughts or perceptions about TikTok as a social media platform? How do you think TikTok has influenced or changed the way people create and consume content online? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. separation /sep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of dividing or disassociating one thing from another After many years of partnership, the two companies decided on a mutual separation to pursue different business goals. state /steyt/ [verb] – to express or declare something clearly and explicitly The teacher stated the rules of the classroom at the…
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