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Ban on social media for minors moves closer to reality in Australia

2024年12月3日

socmed

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accountable /uh-KOUN-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – required to take responsibility for actions or decisions and explain them when necessary Companies must be accountable for the environmental impact of their operations. systemic /si-STEM-ik/ [adjective] – relating to or affecting an entire system, rather than just parts of it The company is addressing systemic problems in its supply chain. amendment /uh-MEND-muhnt/ [noun] – a change to a law, either one that has already been passed or one that is still being discussed The constitution was updated with several amendments last year. efficacy /EF-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – the ability of something to…
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Ban on social media for minors moves closer to reality in Australia

2024年12月3日

socmed

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 use social media? Have you ever seen harmful content on social media? 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。 fine /fahyn/ [noun] – an amount of money that has to be paid as a punishment for not obeying a rule or law The company had to pay heavy fines for violating environmental regulations. support /suh-PAWRT/ [noun] – assistance, encouragement, or backing provided to someone or something The teacher’s support helped the students finish their projects on time. vote /voht/ [noun] – the act of expressing a choice or…
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Ban on social media for minors moves closer to reality in Australia

2024年12月3日

socmed

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can social media be harmful? If so, in what ways? What are some of the positive impacts that social media can have on people or society? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enforcement /en-FAWRS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of making people obey a law or rule, or making a particular situation happen or be accepted The police are responsible for the enforcement of traffic laws. verification /ver-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of confirming something is true, accurate, or legitimate The bank requires verification of identity before processing large transactions. thorough /THUR-oh/…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

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 know about storms that cause heavy rain and strong winds? Do people stay safe during storms with heavy rainfall and strong winds? 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。 strike /strahyk/ [verb] – to hit or attack someone or something forcefully A strong storm will strike the coast tomorrow. warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] – a statement or event that tells someone about a possible danger The teacher gave a warning about the upcoming test. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time but not exactly The…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future, especially in connection with a particular situation, or the expected weather conditions The weather forecast predicted heavy snow for the weekend. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start or happen The heavy rains triggered flash flooding in several towns. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue firmly in an action or course of action despite difficulty or opposition The storm conditions persisted through the night, causing widespread disruptions. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being open to harm…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about storms that cause heavy rain and strong winds? What causes them? How do people stay safe during storms with heavy rainfall and strong winds? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a violent tropical storm or weather system with strong winds that spin in circles A powerful cyclone hit the island, causing heavy damage to homes. extended /ik-STEN-did/ [adjective] – longer than usual or expected; covering a larger area or period The teacher gave us an extended deadline for the project. snowfall /SNOH-fawl/…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When was the last time you experienced a strong typhoon? Is it possible to solve climate change? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cyclone /SAHY-klohn/ [noun] – a large-scale, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms featuring a clearly defined circulation pattern The town was evacuated due to the approaching cyclone. destruction /dih-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of destroying something, or the fact of being destroyed The earthquake left a path of destruction across the city. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the result…
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