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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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Heatwaves in parts of Asia push human life to the edge of survival
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to rise very quickly to a high level After a successful marketing campaign, the sales of the company’s new product soared, exceeding all expectations. influx /IN-fluhks/ [noun] – the fact of a large number of people or things arriving at the same time The opening of a new shopping mall led to an influx of shoppers eager to explore the wide range of stores and services available. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced, or attacked Patients with compromised immune systems, such as those undergoing chemotherapy,…
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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. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are you familiar with heatwaves? Do you think heatwaves can put humans in danger? 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。 severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – causing very great pain, difficulty, worry, damage, etc.; very serious The region experienced a severe drought, leading to water shortages and crop failures. crisis /KRAHY-sis/ [noun] – a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering The political crisis resulted in widespread protests and calls for government reform. responsibility /ri-spon-suh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – something that it is your job or duty to deal with It is the…
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New Zealand plans to eliminate rats for wildlife conservation
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New Zealand plans to eliminate rats for wildlife conservation
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. In what ways, if any, do you think rats can be beneficial to humans? Do you believe that rats should be eliminated from certain environments? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – When people or animals gather, they come together in a group During the school field trip, we gathered at the entrance of the museum before exploring together as a group. determination /dih-tur-muh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the ability to continue trying to do something, although it is very difficult Despite facing numerous challenges, she…
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New Zealand plans to eliminate rats for wildlife conservation
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 personally like rats? Do you believe that rats serve no purpose in the ecosystem? 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。 protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or something safe from injury, damage, or loss The lifeguard’s duty is to protect swimmers from any potential dangers in the water. remove /ri-MOOV/ [ri-MOOV] – to take something or someone away from somewhere, or off something Sarah carefully removed the dirty dishes from the table and placed them in the sink for washing. succeed /suhk-SEED/ [verb] – If you…
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New Zealand plans to eliminate rats for wildlife conservation
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. irresistible /ir-i-ZIS-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – impossible to refuse, oppose, or avoid because it is too pleasant, attractive, or strong The irresistible aroma of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies lured the students to the kitchen. relentless /ri-LENT-lis/ [adjective] – continuing in a severe or extreme way The relentless waves crashed against the shore, drawing the adventurous people closer. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The sudden snowstorm in our town caused an unprecedented amount of snow to accumulate overnight. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced,…
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