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A new agreement shapes the future of artificial intelligence in Europe

2024年2月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think “artificial intelligence” means? How do you think artificial intelligence might be relevant to our daily lives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasis /EM-fuh-sis/ [noun] – the particular importance or attention that is given to something The teacher put special emphasis on practicing math problems to improve understanding. creation /kree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of creating something, or the thing that is created The artist’s latest project involved the creation of colorful paintings inspired by nature. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking about something carefully…
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A new agreement shapes the future of artificial intelligence in Europe

2024年2月10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 “artificial intelligence” means? Have you ever heard about machines doing smart tasks on their own? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something The successful completion of the group project was the result of a collaborative effort by the entire team. intelligent /in-TEL-i-juhnt / [adjective] – showing intelligence, or being able to learn and understand things easily The new computer system is designed to be more intelligent and capable of learning from user interactions. introduced…
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A new agreement shapes the future of artificial intelligence in Europe

2024年2月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artificial intelligence /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun] – the use of computer programs that have some of the qualities of the human mind, such as the ability to understand language, recognize pictures, and learn from experience Computers can do smart things because of artificial intelligence. framework /FREYM-wurk/ [noun] – a system of rules, ideas, or beliefs that is used to plan or decide something The rules create a solid framework for how we should use technology. lenient /LEE-nee-uhnt/ [adjective] – not as severe or strong in punishment or judgment as would be expected The teacher was lenient, not…
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Red fire ant, one of the world’s most invasive species, makes its debut in Europe

2024年2月7日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of red fire ants before? If yes, what do you know about them? If not, what do you think they might be like based on their name? Why do you think scientists might find the presence of red fire ants in a new location significant or important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time, or the thing that is found The discovery of a new species of orchid in…
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Red fire ant, one of the world’s most invasive species, makes its debut in Europe

2024年2月7日

red fire ants

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 red fire ants before? Do you know where red fire ants come from? 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。 painful /PEYN-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing emotional or physical pain When I accidentally touched the hot stove, it was very painful. climate /KLAHY-mit/ [noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place The climate in this tropical region is hot and humid throughout the year. issue /ISH-oo/ [noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about The issue of…
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Red fire ant, one of the world’s most invasive species, makes its debut in Europe

2024年2月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. globe /glohb/ [noun] – the world The environmental conference discussed strategies for mitigating the impact of climate change on the globe. revelation /rev-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known that was secret, or a fact that is made known The revelation of the hidden treasure map in the old attic excited the entire family, sparking an adventurous quest to unearth the long-lost riches. nest /nest / [noun] – a structure built by birds or insects to leave their eggs in to develop, and by some other animals to give birth or live in The…
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New York chef transforms diets with edible insects

2024年2月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your initial reaction or perception when you hear about consuming insects as food? In which part of your country do you think edible insects are traditionally part of the diet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alternative /awl-TUR-nuh-tiv/ [noun] – something that is different from something else, especially from what is usual, and offering the possibility of choice The chef offered a vegetarian alternative for those who preferred not to have meat in their meal. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals or plants in which the members…
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New York chef transforms diets with edible insects

2024年2月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something The organization advocates for equal access to education for children from all socioeconomic backgrounds. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue over a period of time The company implemented sustainable practices to reduce its environmental impact and promote long-term ecological balance. cricket /KRIK-it/ [noun] – a brown or black insect that makes short, loud noises by rubbing its wings together In the summer, the backyard was often alive with the sounds of crickets, creating a peaceful background symphony. momentum…
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