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Unleash your adventurous spirit in a remote Scottish archipelago

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©Nicola Colombo/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. faraway /FAHR-uh-WEY/ [adjective] – a long way away I love reading adventure stories that transport me to faraway lands filled with mystical creatures and ancient treasures. scatter /SKAT-er/ [verb] – The children gleefully scattered colorful confetti into the air, watching as it floated and spread in all directions, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere. After the strong wind blew through the park, leaves were scattered everywhere, creating a colorful and vibrant carpet on the ground. untouched /uhn-TUHCHT/ [adjective] – not changed or spoiled in any way The ancient ruins of Machu Picchu have…
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Unleash your adventurous spirit in a remote Scottish archipelago

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©Nicola Colombo/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What qualities or features make a destination qualify as a remote paradise? Why do remote paradises often evoke a sense of awe and wonder in people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away The children stared at the distant mountain peaks, their colorful flags waving in the wind. breathtaking /BRETH-tey-king/ [adjective] – extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising As Sarah reached the top of the hill, she couldn’t believe her eyes—the view was absolutely breathtaking! tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief, principle, or way…
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Mysteries of a newly found ancient city

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©ZRC SAZU Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elaborate /ih-LAB-er-it/ [adjective] – containing a lot of careful detail or many detailed parts In order to better understand the complex historical event, the teacher provided an elaborate explanation using visuals and detailed examples, which helped the students grasp the topic more easily. pyramid /PIR-uh-mid / [noun] – a solid object with a square base and four triangular sides that form a point at the top During our trip to Egypt, we marveled at the grandeur of the ancient pyramids, colossal structures built by the pharaohs as tombs for their rulers, showcasing the remarkable…
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Mysteries of a newly found ancient city

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©ZRC SAZU 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 discovering an ancient city significant? Can we expect to find artifacts in an ancient city? 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。 remains /ri-MEYNS/ [noun] – pieces or parts of something that continue to exist when most of it has been used, destroyed, or taken away After the archaeological dig, the remains of an ancient civilization were discovered, including pottery fragments and tools. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The museum had a rare coin collection that included valuable coins from different countries….
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Mysteries of a newly found ancient city

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©ZRC SAZU Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might be the significance of discovering an ancient city? What types of information or artifacts do you expect to find in an ancient city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. civilization /siv-uh-luh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – human society with its well developed social organizations, or the culture and way of life of a society or country at a particular period in time The ancient Egyptians built magnificent pyramids as a symbol of their advanced civilization. structure /STRUHK-cher / [noun] – something that has been made or built…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

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©HBD Príncipe 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 chocolate significant in our culture and history? Have you heard of “The Chocolate Islands” before? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time The archaeologists discovered an ancient coin during their excavation, which helped them learn about the trade practices of the past. technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a way of doing an activity that needs skill The art teacher showed us a new painting technique using watercolors, which helped us…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

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©HBD Príncipe Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the significance of chocolate in our culture and history? Have you ever heard of “The Chocolate Islands” before? If yes, what do you know about them? If not, what do you think the term might refer to? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tropical /TROP-i-kuhl / [adjective] – extremely hot The students explored the lush tropical rainforest, filled with colorful birds and vibrant plants. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength Over the years, there has been a decline in…
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

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©HBD Príncipe Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance My family and I visited a historical museum to learn about our country’s rich heritage by exploring artifacts and discovering the traditions of our ancestors. legacy /LEG-uh-see/ [noun] – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time Despite facing numerous challenges, Martin Luther King Jr. left behind a powerful legacy of peaceful activism, inspiring future generations to…
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