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Bengal cats remain illegal throughout the U.S.

2023年11月5日

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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。 Have you ever seen or heard about Bengal cats before? Do you think there are advantages and responsibilities associated with having a pet cat? 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] – the power and ability to be physically and mentally active After a good night’s sleep, I woke up feeling full of energy and ready to tackle the day. generation /jen-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – successive sets of offspring from one ancestor to the present Over the course of five generations, the roses in our garden have evolved…
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Humpback whale sightings off the NSW Coast signal conservation success

2023年11月4日

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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。 Do you know what humpback whales are? Did you know that humpback whales are endangered? 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。 recovery /ri-KUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the act or process of getting better; improvement The recovery of the ecosystem required conservation efforts and restoration projects. ban /ban/ [noun] – an official order that prevents something from happening The government imposed a ban on smoking in public places to protect people from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke. measure /MEZH-er/ [noun] – a way of achieving something, or a method for…
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Humpback whale sightings off the NSW Coast signal conservation success

2023年11月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which endangered species would you like to see in person? What other endangered animals do you wish to thrive and increase in population? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. migration /mahy-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of animals travelling to a different place, usually when the season changes The great wildebeest migration in Africa is a stunning spectacle, as thousands of animals traverse vast distances in search of greener pastures. surge /surj / [noun] – a sudden and great increase In times of natural disasters, such as hurricanes or floods, there is…
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Humpback whale sightings off the NSW Coast signal conservation success

2023年11月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. local /LOH-kuhl/ [noun] – a person who lives in the particular small area that you are talking about As a local, I take pride in being involved in community events and supporting local businesses. brink /bringk/ [noun] – the point where a new or different situation is about to begin The company was on the brink of bankruptcy before the new CEO implemented a successful turnaround strategy. comeback /KUHM-bak/ [noun] – a return to an earlier and better position or condition The band’s latest album marked their comeback after a long hiatus, receiving rave reviews from…
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Endangered Sumatran rhino birth signals hope in the battle against extinction

2023年11月3日

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©Antara Foto/Reuters 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 heard of the Sumatran rhino before? Is the Sumatran rhino an endangered species? 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。 hunt /huhnt/ [verb] – to chase and try to catch and kill an animal or bird for food, sport, or profit People have hunted for generations to provide food and resources. birth /burth/ [noun] – the time when a baby or young animal comes out of its mother’s body The birth of a baby is a momentous occasion for any family. issue /ISH-oo/ [noun] –…
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Endangered Sumatran rhino birth signals hope in the battle against extinction

2023年11月3日

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©Antara Foto/Reuters Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brink /bringk / [noun] – the point where a new or different situation is about to begin The negotiations were on the brink of success when an unexpected dispute arose. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn / [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists The extinction of the dodo bird occurred in the 17th century. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened The resilience of the community was evident as they rebuilt after the natural disaster. nurse /nurs / [verb] – to care…
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Endangered Sumatran rhino birth signals hope in the battle against extinction

2023年11月3日

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©Antara Foto/Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the word “rhinoceros”? What do you believe are the unique characteristics of rhinoceroses? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity Conservation organizations work to protect endangered species and their habitats. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – animals or plants that may soon not exist because there are very few now alive: Endangered animals need our protection. illegal /ih-LEE-guhl…
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‘White People Meals’ trend in China reflects nation’s evolving culinary preferences

2023年11月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place The documentary sheds light on the harmful effects of environmental exposure to toxic chemicals. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – a first small event or problem that causes a much worse situation to develop The team’s victory in the championship game sparked celebrations throughout the city. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged The preservation of traditional cultural practices is essential for the identity…
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