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Germany and France launch high-speed train service to strengthen EU ties and promote eco-friendly travel

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eco-friendly /ee-koh-FREND-lee/ [adjective] – designed to have little or no damaging effect on the environment Using bicycles instead of cars is an eco-friendly way to travel short distances. symbolize /SIM-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to represent something The national flag symbolizes unity and pride for the country’s people. punctuality /puhngk-choo-AL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being on time Employers value punctuality because it shows responsibility and respect for others’ time. modernization /mod-er-nahy-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something more current or suitable for the present The modernization of the library included adding computers and digital resources. complement…
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Germany and France launch high-speed train service to strengthen EU ties and promote eco-friendly travel

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about high-speed trains? What are the advantages of using trains compared to cars or airplanes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The company uses sustainable materials to make their products. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or action to improve something or solve a problem The school started an initiative to plant trees in the playground. modernize /MOD-er-nahyz/ [verb] – to make something more modern…
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Germany and France launch high-speed train service to strengthen EU ties and promote eco-friendly travel

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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 know about high-speed trains? Are there advantages to using trains compared to cars or airplanes? 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。 service /SUR-vis/ [noun] – a system or process for providing something, like transportation, for people The restaurant offers great service to its customers. option /OP-shuhn/ [noun] – a choice or alternative I have the option to take the bus or walk. journey /JUR-nee/ [noun] – the act of traveling from one place to another The journey to the beach was long but fun. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb]…
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Google’s 2024 “Year in Search” shows global trends and insights

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase There was a surge in online sales during the holiday season. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important and deserving attention, because of being very good or interesting She made a notable contribution to the project’s success. sector /SEK-ter/ [noun] – a distinct part or subdivision of a society, economy, or activity The technology sector has seen significant growth over the past decade. intriguing /uhn-TREE-guhng/ [adjective] – very interesting because of being unusual or mysterious The scientist made an intriguing discovery about the behavior of the species. demure /dih-MYOOR/…
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Google’s 2024 “Year in Search” shows global trends and insights

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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 always use Google? Do people in your country use any search engines more than Google? 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。 topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject or theme of discussion or interest The main topic of the meeting was the upcoming product launch. championship /CHAM-pee-uhn-ship/ [noun] – a contest or series of contests to determine the best in a particular field He won the tennis championship last year. entertainment /en-ter-TEYN-muhnt/ [noun] – the content or activities that are intended to amuse or engage people Many people…
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Google’s 2024 “Year in Search” shows global trends and insights

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you use Google? How is Google different from other search engines? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trending /TREN-ding/ [adjective] – referring to a topic or event that is becoming popular or gaining attention, especially on social media or in searches The song is trending on social media right now. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very intense, severe, or far beyond the normal or expected The extreme cold made it difficult to stay outside for long. individual /in-duh-VIJ-oo-uhl/ [noun] – a single person or thing, especially when compared to…
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Mount Kanlaon eruption triggers evacuations, disrupts air travel, and raises alert level in the Philippines

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©AP Photo/Chona Aplaon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pyroclastic /pahy-ruh-KLAS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to or consisting of small pieces of rock from a volcano The pyroclastic flow buried the nearby forests under layers of ash and rocks. ascent /uh-SENT/ [noun] – the act of moving or climbing up something The hikers began their ascent early to reach the mountain summit by noon. incinerate /in-SIN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to burn something completely into ashes The firefighters quickly contained the blaze before it could incinerate the entire building. susceptible /suh-SEP-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something Young children are more susceptible…
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