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The public and private sectors agree to work together to achieve net-zero emissions

2021年11月26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 an environmentalist? Are you a part of an environmental organization? 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。 climate /KLAHY-mit / [noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place We plan to move to a warmer climate after we retire. environmental /en-vahy-ruhn-MUHN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the environment The government is facing pressure from environmental issues. organization /awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of people who work together in an organized way for a shared purpose It’s an organization that provides low-income persons with free legal…
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The public and private sectors agree to work together to achieve net-zero emissions

2021年11月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sector /SEK-ter/ [noun] – one of the areas into which the economic activity of a country is divided The country has adopted a new policy of transferring state-owned companies to the private sector. instruct /in-STRUHKT/ [verb] – to order or tell someone to do something, especially in a formal way The head of police instructed me to patrol the building and surrounding area. founder /FOUN-der/ [noun] – someone who establishes an organization He was the founder of the company. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way Her attitude has…
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NYC to allow crowds at New Year’s Eve celebrations, with proof of vaccination

2021年11月25日

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©BBC via Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you watch New Year’s Eve countdown specials on television? What are you looking forward to in 2022? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to prove that a belief or an opinion that was previously not completely certain is true Mr. Kirk confirmed that the stores will be closed for the whole week. spectator /SPEK-tey-ter/ [noun] – a person who watches an activity The spectators cheered for their favorite athletes. joy /joi/ [noun] – great happiness She believes that Christmas brings joy to everyone….
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NYC to allow crowds at New Year’s Eve celebrations, with proof of vaccination

2021年11月25日

©BBC via Reuters 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。 Where do you usually celebrate New Year’s Eve? Have you been to New York City? 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。 crowd /kroud/ [noun] – a large group of people who have come together There were big crowds at the beach this weekend. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give someone something that they need You need to provide a copy of your diploma. unable /uhn-EY-buhl/ [adjective] – to not be able to do something I was unable to find a new dress for the party. within…
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NYC to allow crowds at New Year’s Eve celebrations, with proof of vaccination

2021年11月25日

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©BBC via Reuters Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reveler /REV-uhl-er/ [noun] – someone who dances, drinks, sings, etc. at a party or in public, especially in a noisy way Hundreds of revelers gathered at Trafalgar Square. splendid /SPLEN-did/ [adjective] – excellent, or beautiful and impressive It was the first time for Anna to attend such a splendid party. festivity /fe-STIV-i-tee / [noun] – the parties, meals, and other social activities with which people celebrate a special occasion Sharon will host the festivity at the grand ballroom. eligible /EL-i-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions I am…
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What would the world be like if teens were in charge?

2021年11月14日

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©BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think of having a boss who is younger than you? What are the best qualities that youngsters have today? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pitch /pich/ [verb] – to try to persuade someone to do something She pitched her idea to me during a business lunch. criticize /KRIT-uh-sahyz/ [veb] – to give an opinion or judgment about a book, movie, etc. We’re a group of artists who get together to talk about their ideas and criticize each other’s work. care for /kair fawr/ [verb phrase]…
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What would the world be like if teens were in charge?

2021年11月14日

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©BBC News Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renewable /ri-NOO-wuh-bl/ [adjective] – renewable forms of energy can be produced as quickly as they are used Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power are a need today. nominate /NOM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to officially suggest someone for an election, job, position, or honor The Green Party has nominated him as their candidate in the upcoming election. executive /ig-ZEK-yuh-tiv/ [noun] – someone in a high position, especially in business, who makes decisions and puts them into action She has worked her way up through the ranks of the corporation and is now a…
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