The fascinating story of Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting
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The fascinating story of Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting
©Alamy Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. masterpiece /MAS-ter-pees/ [noun] – a work of art such as a painting, movie, or book that is made with great skill The artist spent countless hours meticulously crafting the intricate details of her painting, turning it into a true masterpiece that captivated the audience. portray /pawr-TREY/ [verb] – to represent or describe someone or something in a painting, movie, book, or other artistic work The actor’s powerful performance effectively portrayed the emotions of the character, allowing the audience to deeply connect with the story. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs / [adjective] – very careful and with great attention…
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The fascinating story of Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting
©Alamy 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 painted a picture? Who is your favorite painter? 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。 wonder /WUHN-der/ [noun] – an object that causes a feeling of great surprise and admiration The Great Wall of China is one of the seven wonders of the world, attracting millions of visitors each year. lover /LUHV-er/ [noun] – someone with a strong liking for something Emily is a book lover and spends most of her free time reading novels and exploring different genres at the local library. importance /im-PAWR-tns/ [noun]…
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The fascinating story of Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting
©Alamy Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever tried painting before? If yes, what kind of painting did you do? If not, what do you think it would be like to paint? Can you name any famous painters from history? What do you know about their work or their style? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find information, a place, or an object, especially for the first time During our science class, we will discover fascinating facts about the planets in our solar system. fancy /FAN-see/ [adjective] – decorative or…
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Why are orcas suddenly ramming boats?
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND / [adjecive] – famous for something The renowned scientist received international recognition for his groundbreaking research on renewable energy sources. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective] – real but not immediately obvious Understanding the underlying principles of mathematics is essential for solving complex problems in algebra and geometry. speculate /SPEK-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to guess possible answers to a question when you do not have enough information to be certain As scientists, we can speculate about the possible outcomes of the experiment based on the data we’ve collected so far. hypothesis /hahy-POTH-uh-sis/ [noun] – an idea or explanation…
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Why are orcas suddenly ramming boats?
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 recently encountered or observed orcas ramming boats in your area? Do you believe that environmental factors, such as pollution or changes in prey availability, could be contributing to orcas ramming boats? 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。 whale /weyl/ [noun] – a very large sea mammal that breathes air through a hole at the top of its head Whales are enormous creatures that live in the ocean and swim gracefully through the water. crash /krash/ [verb] – If a vehicle crashes or someone crashes it, it is…
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Why are orcas suddenly ramming boats?
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the general behavior of orcas in the wild, and how does this recent behavior differ? Do you think orcas are naturally aggressive? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. puzzle /puhz-uhl/ [verb] – to cause someone to feel confused and slightly worried because they cannot understand something Solving the math problems on the test puzzled Sarah, but she kept trying her best to find the correct answers. investigate /in-VES-ti-geyt/ [verb] – to examine a crime, problem, statement, etc. carefully, especially to discover the truth The detective…
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Heatwaves in parts of Asia push human life to the edge of survival
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are heatwaves? How can heatwaves endanger human life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong The intense focus and concentration of the students during the exam showed their determination to achieve high grades. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase The surge of support from the community allowed the non-profit organization to expand its services and reach more people in need. alongside /uh-LAWNG-SAHYD/ [preposition] – next to, or together with The new housing development was built…
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Heatwaves in parts of Asia push human life to the edge of survival
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