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Guinness World Records reviews title for World’s Oldest Dog

2024年4月26日

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©REUTERS/Catarina Demony Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. astounding /uh-STOUN-ding / [adjective] – very surprising or shocking The magic trick left the audience in an astounding state of disbelief. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The comprehensive report covered every aspect of the research, leaving no detail unexamined. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – the long duration of something’s existence or life The Galapagos tortoise is known for its remarkable longevity, often living well beyond a century. outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an action, situation, etc. The outcome of the negotiations was a mutually beneficial…
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Guinness World Records reviews title for World’s Oldest Dog

2024年4月26日

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©REUTERS/Catarina Demony 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 ever heard of or read about extraordinary achievements or records held by individuals or animals? Do you follow Guinness World Records (GWR) and the records they feature? 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。 title /TAHYT-l / [noun] – a name or label given to something, often to indicate its specific status, position, or achievement She earned the title of “Employee of the Month” for her outstanding performance at work. name /neym/ [verb] – to identify or specify The detective used fingerprints to name the suspect…
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Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

2024年4月25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。 Have you ever considered studying abroad? Have you heard of instances where political issues between countries influenced students’ decisions to study abroad? 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。 decrease /DEE-krees/ [noun] – a reduction The decrease in temperature signaled the arrival of winter. apply /uh-PLAHY/ [verb] – to request something, usually officially, especially in writing or by sending in a form She applied for a scholarship by submitting a detailed application and supporting documents. involve /in-VOLV/ [verb] – to have a connection or association with certain actions or events…
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Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

2024年4月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. permit /PUR-mit/ [noun] – an official document that allows you to do something or go somewhere He obtained a fishing permit to explore the protected wildlife area. allegedly /uh-LEJ-id-lee/ [adverb] – used when something is said to have been done but has not been proved The suspect allegedly stole the valuable artwork, but there is no concrete evidence to support the accusation. withdrawal /with-DRAW-uhl/ [noun] – the act or process of removing or taking back a significant portion of individuals from a particular location or activity The sudden withdrawal of financial support had a profound impact…
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Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

2024年4月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think students choose to study abroad? What countries are you aware of that students from your country commonly choose for international studies or to pursue higher education? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. agent /EY-juhnt/ [noun] – individuals who are thought to be connected or associated with a particular organization or authority The investigators suspected several agents were involved in the covert operation. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The ongoing weather changes…
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Benito the giraffe begins 50-hour journey to new safari home in Mexico’s Puebla

2024年4月22日

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©REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dedicated /DED-i-key-tid/ [adjective] – committed, devoted, and loyal to a cause or purpose The dedicated team of volunteers worked tirelessly to clean up the beach every weekend. arid /AR-id/ [adjective] – having little or no rainfall; extremely dry or parched The arid desert landscape made it challenging for any vegetation to thrive. chilly /CHIL-ee/ [adjective] – unpleasantly cool or cold The chilly breeze prompted everyone to bundle up in warm jackets during the winter evening. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. The artist took a meticulous…
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Benito the giraffe begins 50-hour journey to new safari home in Mexico’s Puebla

2024年4月22日

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©REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez 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 familiar with a giraffe named Benito? Do you think Benito might have any special abilities? 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。 face /feys/ [verb] – to confront or experience something challenging or difficult She had to face her fear of heights when climbing the mountain. southeast /south-EEST/ [adjective] – the direction between south and east The sun rises in the southeast every morning. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or condition The comfortable shoes were suitable for a long…
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Benito the giraffe begins 50-hour journey to new safari home in Mexico’s Puebla

2024年4月22日

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©REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes giraffes unique among other animals? If you were to imagine the daily life of a giraffe, what challenges and advantages do you think they might face in their natural habitat? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. endure /en-DOOR/ [verb] – to undergo or withstand difficulties or hardships Despite the challenges, Maria endured the rigorous training program to become a skilled athlete. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular result The baking process involves mixing ingredients,…
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