Tag Archive: World News
License plate reader surveillance prompts legal and privacy debate
©(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File) 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 seen cameras on roads or streets before? Do you believe people should know when cameras collect information? 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。 federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the central government of a country Federal laws apply to all states in the country. barrel /BAR-uhl/ [noun] – a large round container used to hold or cover things The workers stored tools inside a metal barrel. notice /NOH-tis/ [noun] – public information or warning given to people The school sent a notice…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles
©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is easy about working in a team of only two people? What do you do when you and another person have different opinions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – very strong or high in degree The debate became intense as the deadline approached. tension /TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of stress or disagreement There was tension in the office after the sudden policy change. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time or without stopping Constant noise from traffic made…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles
©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) 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 like watching sports competitions? Have you ever played a game with a family member? 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。 competition /kom-pi-TISH-uhn/ [noun] – an event where people or groups try to win or do better than others The school held a competition to choose the best science project. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something as necessary The job requires clear communication skills. throw /throh/ [noun] – the act of sending something through the air Each throw of the ball must be careful…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles
©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elite /ih-LEET/ [adjective] – belonging to the highest level or best group The company hired elite workers with strong technical skills. dimension /dih-MEN-shuhn/ [noun] – one important part or aspect of something The project added a new dimension to the company’s marketing plan. volatile /VOL-uh-tl/ [adjective] – likely to change quickly and unpredictably The weather in the region is volatile during the rainy season. reconcile /REK-uhn-sahyl/ [verb] – to restore friendly relations after a disagreement The teacher helped the students reconcile during group work. tactical /TAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to careful planning to…
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A Doberman named Penny wins the historic 150th Westminster Dog Show
©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the most popular dog breeds in your country? Do you think a dog’s behavior depends more on its breed or how its owner treats it? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. arena /uh-REE-nuh/ [noun] – a level area surrounded by seats for spectators, used for sports or entertainment Thousands of fans arrived at the basketball arena to watch the championship game. participant /pahr-TIS-uh-puhnt/ [noun] – a person or animal that takes part in an event or activity The teacher asked each participant in…
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A Doberman named Penny wins the historic 150th Westminster Dog Show
©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – respected and admired as very high quality Winning this prestigious award is a great honor for any professional dog trainer. resemble /ri-ZEM-buhl/ [verb] – to look like or be similar to another person or thing The two brothers resemble each other so much that people often think they are twins. impeccably /im-PEK-uh-blee/ [adverb] – in a way that is perfect or has no mistakes The young pianist played the difficult music impeccably. delight /dih-LAHYT/ [verb] – to give someone great pleasure or joy The beautiful fireworks in the park…
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A Doberman named Penny wins the historic 150th Westminster Dog Show
©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) 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。 What is your favorite animal? Do you like watching animal competitions? 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。 represent /rep-ri-ZENT/ [verb] – to act or speak for a group, a country, or a type The different animals in the show represent many countries. well-trained /wel-TRAYND/ [adjective] – taught to behave or perform a specific task correctly through practice The young chefs were all very talented, hardworking, and well-trained. excellent /EK-suh-luhnt/ [adjective] – extremely good or of very high quality It was difficult to choose a winner because…
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