Tag Archive: world news

Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12日

turtle-7809341_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which endangered animal do you know of? Do you think ordinary people can save endangered animals? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists Climate change is causing many animals to face the threat of extinction. exotic /ig-ZOT-ik / [adjective] – unusual and specially interesting because of coming from a country that is far away My friend brought back an exotic bird from her trip to South America. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd / [adjective] – animals or plants that…
Read more

Intermediate

,

Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12日

turtle-7809341_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place that gives protection or shelter from danger, trouble, unhappiness, etc. During the heatwave, the park became a refuge for people seeking shade and cooler temperatures. brink /bringk/ [noun] – the point where a new or different situation is about to begin The company was on the brink of bankruptcy, but the new CEO managed to turn things around and save it. plight /plahyt / [noun] – an unpleasant condition, especially a serious, sad, or difficult one The homeless population faces a plight as they struggle to find shelter and basic…
Read more

Expert

,

Endangered turtle species find safe haven in Hong Kong

2023年6月12日

turtle-7809341_1280

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 any endangered animals? Do you think ordinary people can save endangered animals? 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。 rare /rair / [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The rare butterfly species is only found in a few remote locations around the world. poaching /POH-ching / [gerund] – the catching and killing of animals without permission on someone else’s land The park ranger caught several individuals poaching deer in the national park. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn / [noun] – the set of things that are happening and…
Read more

Beginner

,

Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?

2023年6月6日

garbage-gc3997c661_1280

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 thought about the environmental impact of using plastic versus glass products? Do you think that using glass products is more environmentally friendly than using plastic products? 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The new product that my company launched last month is selling really well in the market. ripple effect /RIP-uhl ih-FEKT/ [idiom] – a…
Read more

Beginner

,

Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?

2023年6月6日

garbage-gc3997c661_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indefinitely /in-DEH-fuh-nuht-lee/ [adverb] – for a period of time with no fixed end After violating the school’s code of conduct, the student was suspended indefinitely, meaning that they were not allowed to return until further notice. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – a fragile object is easily damaged or broken The vase on the shelf is very fragile, so please be careful not to bump into it, or it might break. durable /DOOR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to last and be used for a long time without becoming damaged If you want your backpack to last for many years,…
Read more

Expert

,

Glass vs plastic: Which one is truly better for the environment?

2023年6月6日

garbage-gc3997c661_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you use environmentally friendly products? Why or why not? What are some of the materials that could be used for packaging purposes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. environmentally friendly /uhn-vai-ruh-MEN-tuh-lee FREND-lee/ [adjective phrase] – not harmful to the environment, or trying to help the environment: My sister always uses an environmentally friendly water bottle to reduce plastic waste. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing harm It’s important to read the labels on cleaning products to make sure they don’t contain any harmful chemicals. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance…
Read more

Intermediate

,

Ocean Census eyes discovery of new marine species

2023年6月4日

under-the-sea-4901867_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How many marine species are you familiar with? Do you think it’s important to protect our oceans? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity The conservation of forests and other natural areas helps mitigate the effects of climate change. harm /hahrm/ [noun] – physical or other injury or damage The harm caused by the wildfire was devastating to the local community….
Read more

Intermediate

,

Ocean Census eyes discovery of new marine species

2023年6月4日

under-the-sea-4901867_1280

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 the animals that live in the ocean? Do you think it is important to protect our oceans? 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。 ocean /OH-shuhn/ [noun] – the large mass of salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface Sharks are commonly found in the ocean, but they usually don’t bother humans. creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – any large or small living thing that can move independently Creatures such as insects and spiders are an important part of the ecosystem. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an…
Read more

Beginner

,