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The global biodiversity conference in Cali will address progress toward the 30 by 30 initiative

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – a situation in which people have the same opinion or a formal arrangement between two or more parties The two countries reached an agreement to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. mechanism /MEK-uh-niz-uhm/ [noun] – a process that helps something take place The mechanism of photosynthesis allows plants to convert sunlight into energy, enabling them to grow and thrive. coordination /koh-awr-dn-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the organization of people or things so that they work together efficiently Coordination between the teams was essential to complete the project on time. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] –…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you describe how hurricanes are different from other types of storms? How do people prepare for the possible dangers before a hurricane hits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hurricane /HUR-i-keyn/ [noun] – a violent windstorm, especially one with a circular motion, occurring over warm tropical oceans The hurricane destroyed many houses along the coast last summer. evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to remove someone from a dangerous place to a safe one The school decided to evacuate students when the fire alarm rang. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a structure that…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submerged /suhb-MURJD/ [adjective] – to describe something that stays under the surface of the water The submerged ruins of the ancient city can only be seen during low tide. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place of safety or shelter Many sought refuge in the mountains during the dangerous storm that hit the city. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to prepare and organize for active service or to move into action The community mobilized volunteers to help clean up after the flooding incident. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental Teamwork is…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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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。 Are hurricanes different from other types of storms? Do you prepare for natural disasters before they hit? 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。 floodwater /FLUHD-waw-ter/ [noun] – water that covers an area during a flood The floodwaters rose quickly, covering the streets and homes. neighbor /NEY-ber/ [noun] – someone who lives near you My neighbor invited us over for dinner last night. together /tuh-GETH-er/ [adverb] – with each other, at the same time or place Let’s study together for the math test tomorrow. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to…
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make or show a connection between two or more things The scientist linked the study results to previous research on climate change. extratropical /EK-struh-TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to areas outside of the tropics Extratropical storms often occur in regions where cold and warm air meet. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies weather and atmospheric conditions The meteorologist predicted rain based on the latest satellite images. atmospheric /at-muhs-FER-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the atmosphere or the air surrounding the Earth The atmospheric pressure decreased as the storm approached the coastline….
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What happens to a desert landscape when it rains? Why is rain considered a significant event in deserts? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – a fact or event that can be observed, especially something unusual or difficult to understand The Northern Lights are a beautiful phenomenon that many people travel to see. moisture /MOIS-cher/ [noun] – a small amount of liquid, often water, that is present in the air or on a surface Plants need some moisture to grow healthy and strong. devastation /dev-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – severe…
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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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。 Does a desert landscape change when it rains? Is rain considered a significant event in deserts? 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。 receive /ri-SEEV/ [verb] – to be given or experience something The city received a large amount of snow last winter, far more than usual. rainfall /REYN -fawl/ [noun] – the amount of rain that falls in a specific area The rainfall this month is above average. record /rek-ERD/ [verb] – to write down or store information Please record your name on the sheet. benefit /BEN-uh-fit / [verb]…
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