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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit

2023年10月29日

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©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to say or think that something is the result of a particular thing Many scientists attribute the recent increase in wildfires to climate change. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region suffered from a severe drought, causing water shortages. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily destroyed, ended, or made to fail The delicate ecosystem of the rainforest is incredibly fragile and easily disrupted. caution /KAW-shuhn/ [verb] – to warn someone It’s essential to caution hikers about the potential dangers of the…
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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit

2023年10月29日

dead dolphin

©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute 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 heard about dolphins before? Do you know what a drought is? 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。 limited /LIM-i-tid/ [adjective] – kept within a particular size or amount The store has a limited supply of the popular toy, so it may sell out quickly. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the particular state that something or someone is in The car is in excellent condition and runs smoothly. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – one of the four periods of the year I love the fall season when…
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Florida’s Gatorland Park welcomes an extraordinary alligator with a jaw challenge to forever home

2023年10月29日

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©Gatorland 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 The local, who had spent all his life in the small village, was a respected figure in the community. lifelong /LAHYF-lawng/ [adjective] – lasting for the whole of a person’s life Her lifelong dream was to travel the world and explore new cultures, which she achieved after years of hard work and dedication. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened Despite facing numerous setbacks,…
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Over 100 dolphins found dead in Amazon as water reaches 102 degrees Fahrenheit

2023年10月29日

dead dolphin

©André Zumak/Mamirauá Institute Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When you hear about dolphins and drought in an environmental context, what thoughts or concerns come to mind? Can you think of any ways in which the well-being of marine life like dolphins might be connected to the availability of water in their habitat, especially during a drought? 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 economic crisis led to widespread unemployment and financial instability. distressing /dih-STRESS-ing/ [adjective] – a feeling of extreme worry, sadness, or pain…
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Florida’s Gatorland Park welcomes an extraordinary alligator with a jaw challenge to forever home

2023年10月29日

jawlene

©Gatorland 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 an alligator before? Do you know where alligators usually live? 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。 extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange The magician’s performance was truly extraordinary, leaving the audience in awe of his incredible tricks. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – movement to an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position The significant progress in technology over the last decade has transformed the way we live and work. discussion /dih-SKUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – the activity in which…
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Nickel mining boom threatens future sustainability

2023年10月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned scientist received a Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research. pit /pit/ [noun] – a large hole in the ground, or a slightly low area in any surface The miners descended into the deep pit to extract precious minerals. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – If an unpleasant feeling or situation persists, it continues to exist Despite the medical treatment, the patient’s symptoms persist and show no signs of improvement. irreversible /ir-i-VUR-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – not possible to change; impossible to return to a previous condition The damage caused by the…
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Nickel mining boom threatens future sustainability

2023年10月25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 have knowledge of what nickel is? Are you familiar with the concept of nickel mining? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [verb] – to harm or spoil something The construction activities near the river are damaging the natural habitat of several endangered species. pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [puh-LOO-shuhn] – damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste The industrial factory released toxic chemicals into the river, causing pollution. despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by…
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Nickel mining boom threatens future sustainability

2023年10月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a nickel? How do you think nickel is commonly used in everyday products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The recent discovery of a significant breakthrough in medical research offers hope for a new treatment. mine /mahyn/ [noun] – a hole or system of holes in the ground where substances such as coal, metal, and salt are removed The miners descended into the deep underground mine to extract valuable minerals. consequence /KON-si-kwens/ [noun] – a result of a particular action or situation,…
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