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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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Intermediate

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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. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Is TikTok commonly used in your country? Have you ever used TikTok or heard about it from friends or family? 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。 independent /in-di-PEN-duhnt/ [adjective] – not influenced or controlled by others; self-reliant The documentary aims to showcase the stories of independent filmmakers around the world. argue /AHR-gyoo/ [verb] – to give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, often with the intention of persuading others to agree Lawyers often argue their cases passionately in court to convince the judge…
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Fire engulfs Miniland at Legoland Denmark, causing extensive damage to famous Lego replicas

2024年6月7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。 Are you aware of any common causes of fire incidents? Should theme parks have regular inspections of their electrical equipment? 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。 probably /PROB-uh-blee / [adverb] – likely to happen or be true She will probably arrive late for the meeting. charge /chahrj/ [verb] – to put electricity into a battery or device so that it can work Don’t forget to charge your phone overnight. catch /kach/ [verb] – to capture or record visually or in some form of media. The photographer caught the beauty…
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Fire engulfs Miniland at Legoland Denmark, causing extensive damage to famous Lego replicas

2024年6月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. short circuit /shawrt SUR-kit/ [noun] – a problem caused by an electrical connection that is incomplete The robot stopped moving because of a short circuit in its wiring. originate /uh-RIJ-uh-neyt ]/ [verb] – to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc. The river originates in the mountains and flows down to the valley below. spokesperson /SPOHKS-pur-suhn / [noun] – someone who is chosen to speak officially for a group, organization, etc. The company’s spokesperson announced the new product during the press conference. inspection /in-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of looking at or examining something carefully…
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Fire engulfs Miniland at Legoland Denmark, causing extensive damage to famous Lego replicas

2024年6月7日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common causes of fire incidents that you are aware of? Do you think theme parks should have regular inspections of their electrical equipment? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. footage /FOOT-ij / [noun] – recorded film or video The security team reviewed the surveillance footage to identify the cause of the fire. consequently /KON-si-kwent-lee/ [adverb] – as a result; therefore The electric car caught fire; consequently, several replica buildings were damaged. annually /AN-yoo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – happening once a year Legoland attracts millions of visitors…
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Intermediate

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