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Western Australian officials force to euthanize stranded whales
©CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you seen a whale in person? Describe your experience. What are some of the threats that marine wildlife faces in today’s oceans? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distressing /duh-STREH-suhng/ [adjective] – upsetting or worrying The student received a distressing email notifying them of a significant grade drop in one of their courses. encounter /en-KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to experience something, especially something unpleasant The company encountered unexpected financial difficulties, leading to layoffs and budget cuts. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a new treatment for…
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Western Australian officials force to euthanize stranded whales
©CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – a person who has a position of responsibility in an organization Government officials are working on implementing new policies to address the current economic challenges. strand /STRAN-did / [adjective] – unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transport or money After their boat broke down in the middle of the ocean, the sailors were stranded for days until help arrived. dedicated /DED-i-key-tid/ [adjective] – believing that something is very important and giving a lot of time and energy to it The team of volunteers is…
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Western Australian officials force to euthanize stranded whales
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Western Australian officials force to euthanize stranded whales
©CNN 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 seen whales in person? Does your country experience marine wildlife-related issues? 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 fascinating creatures known for their massive size and graceful movements in the water. effort /EF-ert/ [EF-ert] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something The young athlete put in tremendous effort during training to improve her performance in the upcoming competition. expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] –…
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Japan’s population drops by 800,000 in demographic crisis
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 think a declining population is a big problem that needs to be addressed immediately? Does a declining population have a positive impact or effect? 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。 foreigner /FAWR-uh-ner/ [noun] – a person who comes from another country The city’s diverse population includes people from various cultural backgrounds, with many foreigners residing and working here. border /BAWR-der/ [BAWR-der] – a line that has been agreed to divide one country from another The river serves as a natural border between the two neighboring countries. encourage…
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Japan’s population drops by 800,000 in demographic crisis
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another without an interruption The team won five consecutive matches, showcasing their excellent performance and consistency. stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – firmly fixed or not likely to move or change After months of uncertainty, the company finally achieved a stable financial position and steady growth. strive /strahyv/ [verb] – to try very hard to do something or to make something happen, especially for a long time or against difficulties The athletes strive to improve their skills and break their personal records in every competition. amid /uh-MID/ [preposition] – in the…
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Japan’s population drops by 800,000 in demographic crisis
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What societal issues are you most concerned about? What comes to mind when you think of population decline? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisis /KRAHY-sis/ [noun] – a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering The country faced an economic crisis, leading to high unemployment rates and widespread financial hardship for its citizens. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength The decline in sales has led the company to reconsider its marketing strategy. rate /reyt/ [noun] – the speed at which something happens…
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Scientists issue urgent warning on impending AMOC collapse and climate crisis
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。 Is your country currently experiencing environmental issues? Do you think the daily changes in weather, like sunny or rainy days, can affect the overall climate in the long term? 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。 pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – a particular way in which something is done, is organized, or happens The company noticed a pattern of declining sales during the winter months, year after year. recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting from a short time ago The company implemented recent changes to its website design to improve…
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