Australia increases visa fees to manage migration surge and enhance education integrity
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Australia increases visa fees to manage migration surge and enhance education integrity
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rationale /rash-uh-NAL/ [noun] – the reasons or intentions that cause a particular set of beliefs or actions The rationale behind the new policy was to promote environmental sustainability and reduce carbon emissions. loophole /LOOP-hohl/ [noun] – a technicality or ambiguity in a law or regulation that allows someone to avoid a certain requirement or restriction The legal team discovered a loophole in the tax code that enabled the company to minimize its taxable income significantly. prerequisite /pri-REK-wuh-zit/ [noun] – something that must exist or happen before something else can exist or happen Passing the entrance exam…
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Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Iberian lynx and its habitat? How important do you think the survival of endangered species like the Iberian lynx is? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. native /NAY-tiv/ [adjective] – used to refer to plants and animals that grow naturally in a place, and have not been brought there from somewhere else The kangaroo is native to Australia. endangered /en-DAN-jerd/ [adjective] – animals or plants that may soon not exist because there are very few now alive The panda is an endangered animal that needs…
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Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reclassify /ree-KLAS-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to classify again; especially to change the classification of (something, such as a biological specimen) The scientist decided to reclassify the species after discovering new genetic information. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-ray-tiv/ [adjective] – involving two or more people working together for a special purpose The students completed a collaborative project in science class. rebound /ree-bound/ [verb] – to have increased or recovered after a period of decline or stagnation After years of decline, the local fish population rebounded following strict conservation measures and community involvement in protecting their natural habitat. stark /stahrk/ [adjective] –…
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Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts
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…
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Endangered no more: Iberian lynx reclassified as vulnerable after remarkable recovery efforts
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Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico
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…
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Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico
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…
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Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico
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Tropical storm Alberto makes landfall, triggering floods and evacuations in Texas and Northern Mexico
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…
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