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New coronavirus variant Omicron under observation by scientists

2021年12月6日

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© Thomas Faull/Alamy Live News/Alamy Live News via The Guardian Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the deadliest disease for you and why? When do you think the pandemic will end? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. variant /VAIR-ee-uhnt/ [noun] – a form of a virus or disease that is slightly different from other forms, for example because the virus causing the disease has mutated A new variant of the disease was discovered in the US. infection /in-FEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a condition in which bacteria or viruses that cause disease have entered the body Take…
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New coronavirus variant Omicron under observation by scientists

2021年12月6日

omicron

© Thomas Faull/Alamy Live News/Alamy Live News via The Guardian 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 had any vaccinations? How do you keep yourself healthy? 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。 discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time The police finally discovered the identity of the criminal. enough /ih-NUHF/ [adverb] – as much as is necessary; in the amount or to the degree needed Is there enough food for everyone? indeed /in-DEED/ [adverb] – really or certainly, often used to emphasize something It’s…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide

2021年11月29日

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© Shutterstock via britannica.com Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. respiratory /RES-per-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – relating to breathing Symptoms of the illness include respiratory problems and nausea. ordinance /AWR-dn-uhns/ [noun] – a law or rule made by a government or authority The city ordinance indicates that parks must be closed at 11 p.m. observatory /uhb-ZUR-vuh-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a building from which scientists can watch the planets, the stars, the weather, etc. Scientists at the observatory are currently observing the possible thunderstorm forming. seismic /SAHYZ-mik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by an earthquake Seismic activities were detected in Mt. Fuji. thermal /THUR-muhl/ [adjective]…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide

2021年11月29日

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© Shutterstock via britannica.com 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 comes to mind when you hear the term “natural disasters”? What natural disaster does your country often experience? 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。 evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe Locals were ordered to evacuate due to the flood. officer /AW-fuh-ser/ [noun] – a person who has a position of authority in an organization The personnel officer who interviewed you will give you feedback. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something,…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide

2021年11月29日

vulcano

© Shutterstock via britannica.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. For you, what is the worse natural disaster and why? How can we prepare for natural disasters? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volcanic /vol-KAN-ik/ [adjective] – of, relating to, or made by a volcano A volcanic island has been discovered off the north coast of Australia. carbon dioxide /KAHR-buhn dahy-OK-sahyd/ [noun] – the gas formed when carbon is burned, or when people or animals breathe out Carbon dioxide emissions should be stabilized. forbid /fer-BID/ [verb] – to not allow something, or to order someone not to…
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Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28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。 Do you have an Apple gadget? Which do you like better, iPhones or other smartphones? 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。 provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give someone something that they need This book provides beneficial information on the services available in the area. blog /blawg/ [noun] – a regular record of your thoughts, opinions, or experiences that you put on the internet for other people to read She has a food blog where she posts recipes, cooking suggestions, and restaurant reviews. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of equipment),…
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Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. component /kuhm-POH-nuhnt/ [noun] – a part that combines with other parts to form something bigger The factory manufactures electrical components for automobiles. desire /dih-ZAHYUHR/ [verb] – to want something, especially strongly Everything you could possibly desire was available at the hotel. provider /pruh-VAHY-der/ [noun] – someone who provides something The bank has grown to become a major provider of financial services to the industrial sector. gadget /GAJ-it / [noun] – a small device or machine with a particular purpose I’ve got a clever little gadget for opening jars. authorized /AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – having official permission to…
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Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own

2021年11月28日

iphone-g41101e4dc_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Would you like to fix your IPhone on your own? Why? Which do prefer, buy a new Apple gadget or have it fixed? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. device /dih-VAHYS / [noun] – an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose Rescuers used a unique device to locate persons trapped in damaged buildings. additional /uh-DISH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extra They asked the government for additional support. replacement /ri-PLEYS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of replacing something with something else They discussed the replacement of the existing computer…
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