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Dubai grows “future-proof” food to increase diversity
©CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is food consumption in your country? What do you do to make sure you do not run out of food supplies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transplant /trans-PLANT/ [verb] – to move something, or to be moved, from one place or person to another Please transplant the seedlings to more damp soil. boost /boost/ [verb] – to improve or increase something Social media will surely boost service promotion. resource /REE-sohrs/ [noun] – natural substances such as water and wood which are valuable in supporting life Copper is one…
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Dubai grows “future-proof” food to increase diversity
©CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scarce /skairs/ [adjective] – not easy to find or get Medical supplies have been growing scarce for the past six months. saline /SEY-leen/ [adjective] – containing or consisting of salt Normal saline should be used to restore any fluid losses. biofuel /BAHY-oh-fyoo-uhl/ [noun] – a fuel that is made from living things or their waste and is less harmful to the environment than other types of fuel The most promising technologies include biofuels and wind energy. consulting /kuhn-SUHL-ting/ [noun] – the activity or business of giving expert advice about a particular subject The city government…
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Dubai grows “future-proof” food to increase diversity
©CNN 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。 How often do you eat out? What kinds of food do you usually eat (e.g. meat, fish, vegetables, etc.)? 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。 collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of objects of one type that have been collected by one person or in one place Nikki has a large collection of stamps. crop /krop/ [noun] – (the total amount collected of) a plant such as grain, fruit, or vegetable grown in large amounts Sugar is one of the most important crops on the island. produce /pruh-DOOS/…
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Paris sets 30 kph speed limit to boost road safety and reduce pollution
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Paris sets 30 kph speed limit to boost road safety and reduce pollution
©Francois Mori / AP via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – relating to a position of responsibility We welcomed an official from Sri Lanka at the airport. numerous /NOO-mer-uhs/ [adjective] – many There were numerous reports of missing jewelry in the store. critic /KRIT-ik/ [noun] – someone who says that they do not approve of someone or something The critics had a lot to say about the government. opposition /op-uh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – strong disagreement The newly elected president faced opposition from many business leaders. deputy /DEP-yuh-tee/ [noun] – the person whose rank is immediately below that of…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of sending out gas, heat, light, etc The emission of gases such as carbon dioxide should be lessened at their present level. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens The transition from school to work can be difficult. transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a vehicle or system of vehicles, such as buses, trains, etc. for getting from one place to another We need to find some other means of transportation. renewable /ri-noo-wuh-buhl/ [adjective] – Renewable forms of energy…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century
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。 How do you go to work/school? Do you use renewable energy at home? 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。 industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing goods for sale, especially in a factory or special area The industry is facing a serious labor shortage. waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted matter or material of any type, especially what is left after useful substances or parts have been removed Farmers feed kitchen waste to the pigs. efficient /ih-FISH-uhnt / [adjective] – working or operating…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What changes in climate have you noticed in your country? How is climate change affecting people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. carbon /KAHR-buhn/ [noun] – a chemical element that exists in its pure form as diamond or graphite, and is an important part of other substances such as coal and oil, as well as being contained in all plants and animals Carbon emissions are to be reduced as a result of new laws. prime minister /prahym MIN-uh-ster/ [noun] – the leader of the government in some countries The prime minister…
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Climate change: Israel to reduce emissions by 85% by the middle of the century
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