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Village faces ecological risks as snakehead fish population expands

2025年11月27日

snakehead fish

©(AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) 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 visited a lake, river, or pond before? Have you ever tried dried fish or seafood before? 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。 enter /EN-tr/ [verb] – to go into a place Many tourists entered the museum when it opened in the morning. researcher /REE-sr-chr/ [noun] – a person who studies a subject to learn more about it A researcher at the university studied how birds move during winter. shellfish /SHEL-fish/ [noun] – sea animals with shells, such as crabs, clams, or shrimp Local…
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Village faces ecological risks as snakehead fish population expands

2025年11月27日

snakehead fish

©(AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when thinking about a river or lake in your country? If a large, unfamiliar fish appeared in a local river, what do you imagine the community would do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reservoir /REZ-er-vwahr/ [noun] – a large man-made lake used to store water The town built a new reservoir to provide clean water during the dry season. native /NEY-tiv/ [adjective] – originally from a particular place; not introduced The park protects native plants that grow naturally in the region. aquatic /uh-KWAT-ik/…
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Global energy outlook shows sharp growth in electricity demand

2025年11月26日

Solar

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outline /OUT-lahyn/ [verb] – to describe the main ideas of something clearly and briefly The report outlines the major changes needed to improve public transportation in large cities. inefficient /in-i-FISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – not working in a way that uses time, energy, or resources well Many factories still use inefficient machines that waste electricity and slow production. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different parts, sides, or aspects The study shows that climate adaptation is a multifaceted challenge involving science, planning, and community action. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – widely and affecting many people or areas The report…
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Global energy outlook shows sharp growth in electricity demand

2025年11月26日

Solar

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to your mind when you think about electricity? What kinds of things in your daily life need electricity? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] – a period of ten years Scientists say the past decade has seen major changes in global weather patterns. assessment /uh-SES-muhnt/ [noun] – a judgment or evaluation of something The health department released an assessment on how pollution affects local communities. peak /peek/ [noun] – the highest point or level of something Tourism reached its peak last summer when travel rules were…
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Global energy outlook shows sharp growth in electricity demand

2025年11月26日

Solar

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 solar panels on a house, school, or building? Have you ever imagined living in a place with limited electricity? 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。 energy /EN-er-jee/ [noun] – power that is used to make machines work, produce heat, or create light The new school building was designed to use less energy during the summer months. growth /grohth/ [noun] – an increase in size, number, or amount The report notes strong growth in online shopping across Europe and North America. describe /dih-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – to…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of insects are common in your country? How would you feel if the plants or trees in your area started to die because of insects? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trunk /truhngk/ [noun] – the thick main stems of trees that support the branches and leaves The storm broke several trunks in the forest, leaving many trees lying on the ground. sap /sap/ [noun] – the liquid inside a plant or tree that carries water and nutrients The maple tree produces sweet sap that people use to make…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading quickly and often causing harm to the environment or area it enters An invasive mosquito species has begun to appear in parts of southern Europe. infestation /in-fe-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation where insects or animals enter a place in large numbers and cause damage or disease The farmer noticed an infestation of locusts destroying his rice fields. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention and watchfulness to avoid danger or problems Doctors showed great vigilance during the outbreak to protect patients. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely and affecting many people or…
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Invasive beetle threatens Hawaii’s key agricultural and cultural trees

2025年11月24日

Beetle

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 insect on a tree or plant? Do you think insects are more helpful or harmful to plants? 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。 waste /weyst/ [noun] – unwanted material or leftover matter After the storm, the road was covered with small pieces of plastic waste. pest /pest/ [noun] – an animal or insect that damages plants or causes problems Farmers reported that a new garden pest was destroying their tomato plants. farm /fahrm/ [noun] – a place where crops are grown or animals are…
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