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Thai rice fields blossom into whimsical cat art, attracting tourists and transforming agriculture

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©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar 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 concept of farming? Have you ever come across farming that involves the arts? 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。 approach /uh-PROHCH/ [noun] – a way of considering or doing something His approach to problem-solving involves careful analysis and creative thinking. cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society The festival showcased various cultural performances from around the world. creative /kree-EY-tiv/ [adjective] – producing or using original and unusual ideas The artist’s creative use of colors…
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Thai rice fields blossom into whimsical cat art, attracting tourists and transforming agriculture

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©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What images or ideas come to mind when you hear the words “farming” or “agriculture”? How do you think farming relates to the arts? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diverse /dih-VURS/ [adjective] – varied or different The restaurant offered a diverse menu, featuring dishes from various cuisines around the world. agriculture /AG-ri-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the practice or work of farming Sustainable agriculture aims to balance food production with environmental stewardship. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [noun] – power to attract, please, or stimulate the mind of someone The novel’s universal themes…
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Thai rice fields blossom into whimsical cat art, attracting tourists and transforming agriculture

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©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strategically /struh-TEE-jik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that helps to achieve a plan, for example, in business or politics The detective strategically placed hidden cameras to monitor the suspect’s movements without being detected. province /PROV-ins / [noun] – one of the areas that a country or empire is divided into as part of the organization of its government, which often has some control over its own laws The quaint village is nestled in the province of Tuscany, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and vineyards. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in the appearance…
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Cyclone Jasper brings floods and crocodile sightings to Australia’s northeast

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©Brent Paterson/via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] – to limit the ability of someone to do something or to limit the development of something The heavy traffic can sometimes hinder our daily commute, causing delays. grim /grim/ [adjective] – extremely bad, worrying, or without hope The news about the economic downturn painted a grim picture of the job market for recent graduates. drain /dreyn/ [noun] – a pipe or channel designed to carry away excess liquid, typically rainwater, from an area, preventing flooding or water accumulation. The rainwater quickly disappeared down the storm drain as the city’s…
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Cyclone Jasper brings floods and crocodile sightings to Australia’s northeast

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©Brent Paterson/via REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might happen to a community or area if it experiences a flood? How do you think residents in a flood-prone region prepare for and cope with the challenges of floods? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chaos /KEY-os/ [noun] – a state of total confusion with no order The surprise party threw the room into chaos as guests shouted and balloons flew in every direction. consequence /KON-si-kwens/ [noun] – a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not…
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Cyclone Jasper brings floods and crocodile sightings to Australia’s northeast

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©Brent Paterson/via REUTERS 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 about a flood before? Do you know what happens during a flood? 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。 difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact that it is not easy to do or understand Learning a new language can be a significant difficulty for some people. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, that happens suddenly or unexpectedly and needs fast action in order to avoid harmful results The hospital declared an emergency when they received a large…
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Britain contemplates a social media crackdown for under-16s amid growing concerns

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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 always use social media to share personal updates or experiences with friends and family? Is there strict regulation of social media use in your country? 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。 approach /uh-PROHCH/ [verb] – to come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount As the weekend approaches, people plan various activities to enjoy their time off. broad /brawd/ [adjective] – very wide The museum’s collection is broad, featuring art from various cultures and time periods. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the…
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