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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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage
©The Indian Express Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pummel /PUHM-uhl/ [verb] – to hit someone or something repeatedly The hurricane winds pummeled the shoreline. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to organize or prepare something, such as a group of people, for a purpose Military troops were mobilized for the search and rescue operation. surmise /ser-MAHYZ/ [verb] – to guess something, without having much or any proof They could only surmise the positive outcome of the seminar. levee /LEV-ee/ [noun] – a wall made of soil or other materials that is built next to a river to stop the river from overflowing Levee…
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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage
©The Indian Express Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you prepare for natural disasters? How long does a power outage usually last in your town or city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. restoration /res-tuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act or the process of returning something to its original condition, or to a state similar to its original condition The watermill restoration work will begin in April. grateful /GREYT-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing or expressing thanks, especially to another person We’re grateful for the help you’ve given us. calamity /kuh-LAM-i-tee/ [noun] – a serious accident or bad…
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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage
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Hurricane Ida news: Louisiana residents suffer from power outage
©The Indian Express 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。 Has a hurricane struck your country before? What do you do when there is a power outage in your 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。 state /steyt/ [noun] – a part of a large country with its own government, such as in Germany, Australia, or the US I live in the state of California. rescue /RES-kyoo/ [noun] – the act of helping someone out of a dangerous or unpleasant situation Rescue attempts were delayed due to the storm. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury…
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