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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. magnitude /MAG-ni-tood/ [noun] – the large size or importance of something The magnitude of the problem surprised the local officials. aftermath /AF-ter-math/ [noun] – the situation that exists after an important or unpleasant event People worked together in the aftermath of the disaster. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The government will allocate money for road repairs. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or urgent It is imperative to wear a seatbelt when driving. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever experienced a strong typhoon in your area? If so, what did you do during the storm? If not, what would you prepare? Do you know what the government usually does after a natural disaster? If so, what kind of help do they give? If not, what help do you think is needed? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. considerable /kuhn-SID-er-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – large or important enough to be noticed The company spent a considerable amount of money on repairs. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to happen or make something…
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Philippines declares state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi causes widespread devastation

2025年11月23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 experienced a strong typhoon in your area? Do you know what the government usually does after a natural disaster? 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。 devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting]/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction The fire was devastating to the small village. violent /VAHY-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – using or involving force to hurt or damage A violent storm hit the island last night. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – large in size, amount, or degree The school library has an extensive book collection. agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] –…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Central Philippines

2025年11月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /in-EV-i-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided or prevented Storms are inevitable during the rainy season in tropical countries. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something or someone because they are large, powerful, or difficult Rescuers faced a formidable task after the powerful typhoon. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention, especially to notice possible danger The police asked for public vigilance during the bad weather. catalyst /KAT-l-ist/ [noun] – an event or person that causes great change The typhoon became a catalyst for improving rescue…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Central Philippines

2025年11月19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 experienced a strong typhoon in your area? Can a typhoon cause problems in a community? 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。 suspend /suh-SPEND/ [verb] – to stop something for a short time or until a later time The teacher suspended the class because of the storm. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including all or almost all details or facts The school made a comprehensive plan for emergencies. cooperation /koh-op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of working together for a common goal Cooperation helps people rebuild after disasters. stability…
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Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Central Philippines

2025年11月19日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever experienced a strong typhoon in your area If so, what did you do to stay safe? If not, what would you prepare? What problems can a typhoon cause in a community? If so, what did people in your area experience? If not, what might happen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to organize people or resources to prepare for action or work The city tried to mobilize volunteers to clean the streets. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make pain, problems, or suffering less severe…
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Golden snub-nosed monkeys join panda diplomacy

2025年11月13日

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©(Pairi Daiza via AP) 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 a special or rare animal? Would you like to visit a zoo in another country one day? 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。 recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to identify someone or something because you have seen or experienced it before People can easily recognize a panda by its black and white fur. fur /fur/ [noun] – the thick, soft hair that covers the body of certain animals The rabbit’s fur feels soft and warm in winter. celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to…
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