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USDA withdraws proposed salmonella rule for poultry producers

2025年5月15日

chicken

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually think of when you hear the word “bacteria”? If you could create a rule to help people stay healthy, what kind of rule would you make? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lower /LOH-er/ [verb] – to make something less in amount, degree, or level The company wants to lower energy usage by switching to LED lights. annually /AN-yoo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – once every year The event is held annually to celebrate the town’s history. contaminated /kuhn-TA-muh-nay-tuhd/ [adjective] – containing harmful or dirty substances People were warned not…
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Vultures provide critical ecological services despite negative image

2025年5月8日

vulture

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. carcass /KAHR-kuhs/ [noun] – the dead body of an animal After the storm, the carcass of a large deer was found near the river. scavenger /SKAV-in-jer/ [noun] – an animal or bird that feeds on dead or decaying matter The scavengers cleaned up the fish scraps left behind by fishermen. rehabilitate /ree-huh-BIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to restore something to a good condition or reputation The city is working to rehabilitate old buildings and attract tourists. neutralize /NOO-truh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make something harmless or ineffective Special equipment was used to neutralize harmful chemicals after the factory leak….
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Vultures provide critical ecological services despite negative image

2025年5月8日

vulture

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you were in charge of protecting animals, what would you do first? Why do you think some animals are important, even if people don’t like them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vulture /VUHL-cher/ [noun] – a large bird that eats the bodies of dead animals In India, vultures help farmers by eating dead cattle and reducing disease spread. stray /strey/ [adjective] – not owned or controlled by anyone; having no home Stray cats in the city often look for food in garbage cans. bacterium /bak-TEER-ee-uhm/ [noun] – a very…
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Intermediate

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Vultures provide critical ecological services despite negative image

2025年5月8日

vulture

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 believe birds are important in nature? Have you ever seen a vulture or another large bird? 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。 essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – very important or necessary Clean water is essential for good health. site /sahyt/ [noun] – a place where something happens or exists The workers visited several sites before building the new school. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – important and dangerous or causing worry The doctor said the illness could become serious without treatment. spread /spred/ [verb] – to move and affect a…
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Beginner

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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7日

Elephant

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. redefine /ree-di-FINE/ [verb] – to change the meaning or purpose of something The company redefined its goals to focus more on sustainability. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – very important and necessary It is imperative to provide clean water after a natural disaster to prevent disease. geriatric /jer-ee-A-trik/ [adjective] – relating to the health care of elderly people The hospital opened a new geriatric unit for elderly patients. molar /MOH-ler/ [noun] – the large teeth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food Horses rely heavily on their molars to chew tough plants. dignified /DIG-nuh-fahyd/ [adjective]…
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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7日

Elephant

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think older animals need to stay healthy and happy? If you could design a home for an old elephant, what would it look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] – a period of ten years Many new buildings were added to the city over the past decades. simply /SIM-plee/ [adverb] – in a plain or easy way; only or just The museum was built to simply display art, but now it also offers art classes. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection and careful management…
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Intermediate

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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7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 old animal? Do you think animals should have special care when they get old? 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。 special /SPESH-uhl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual; better or more important in a particular way The teacher gave special attention to students who needed extra help. elderly /EL-der-lee/ [adjective] – people or animals who are old The hospital has a ward for elderly patients. close /klohz/ [adjective] – having a strong emotional bond or friendly relationship The two brothers have always been…
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Beginner

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