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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about storms that cause heavy rain and strong winds? What causes them? How do people stay safe during storms with heavy rainfall and strong winds? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a violent tropical storm or weather system with strong winds that spin in circles A powerful cyclone hit the island, causing heavy damage to homes. extended /ik-STEN-did/ [adjective] – longer than usual or expected; covering a larger area or period The teacher gave us an extended deadline for the project. snowfall /SNOH-fawl/…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When was the last time you experienced a strong typhoon? Is it possible to solve climate change? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a large-scale, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms featuring a clearly defined circulation pattern The town was evacuated due to the approaching cyclone. destruction /dih-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of destroying something, or the fact of being destroyed The earthquake left a path of destruction across the city. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the result…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cluster /KLUHS-ter/ [noun] – a group of similar things that are close together, sometimes surrounding something The scientist observed a cluster of stars in the night sky. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction A volcanic eruption can have catastrophic effects on nearby towns. conducive /kuhn-DOO-siv/ [adjective] – making a situation or outcome more likely or possible A quiet environment is conducive to effective studying. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for the season. elucidate…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

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 experienced a typhoon in your area? Is it possible to solve climate change? 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。 rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual; unusual or uncommon It was a rare occasion when the entire team was able to meet together. typhoon /tahy-FOON/ [noun] – a tropical storm or cyclone in the Western Pacific or Indian Ocean The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal regions. directly /dih-REKT-lee/ [adverb] – in a direct manner; without intervening or secondary steps She spoke directly to…
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Study reveals alarming decline in African elephant populations

2024年11月20日

Elephant

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. habitat /hab-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Deforestation destroys habitats and endangers wildlife. poacher /POH-cher/ [noun] – someone who catches and kills animals illegally Poachers often target rare species for their valuable parts. tusk /tuhsk/ [noun] – either of the two long, pointed teeth of some animals such as elephants Tusks are often targeted by hunters because of their ivory. ecosystem /EE-koh-sis-tuhm/ [noun] – all the living things in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment Coral reefs are among the most diverse…
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Study reveals alarming decline in African elephant populations

2024年11月20日

Elephant

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 seen an elephant in the wild or in a zoo? Have you ever heard of the term “poaching”? 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。 smart /smahrt/ [adjective] – having or showing quick intelligence or good judgment The dog was so smart that it could learn new tricks quickly. social /SOH-shuhl/ [adjective] – inclined to live and interact with others in groups or communities She has a very social personality and loves meeting new people. farming /FAHR-ming/ [noun] – the activity or business of growing crops and…
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Beginner

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Study reveals alarming decline in African elephant populations

2024年11月20日

Elephant

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals in your country are endangered? Why do you think some animals are hunted more than others? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shrink /shringk/ [verb] – to become smaller, or to make something smaller As the climate changes, the habitats of many animals continue to shrink. loss /laws/ [noun] – the fact of losing something or someone Many animals are facing the loss of their natural habitats because of urbanization. vanish /VAN-ish/ [verb] – to disappear or stop being present or existing, especially in a sudden, surprising way All…
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Intermediate

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