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Comedian’s Army-Themed Joke Leads to $2 Million Fine in China

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. utter /UHT-er / [verb] – to say something or to make a sound with your voice The man’s throat had gone so dry that he could not utter a sound. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or judge something in a particular way The judge will deem the evidence admissible in court. portrayal /pawr-TREY-uhl/ [noun] – the way that someone or something is described or represented in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work The actor’s powerful portrayal of the character moved the audience to tears. indefinitely /uhn-DEH-fuh-nuht-lee/ [adverb] – for a period of time…
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Comedian’s Army-Themed Joke Leads to $2 Million Fine in China

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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。 Have you ever watched a comedy show? Do you find comedy shows entertaining? 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。 involved /in-VOLVD/ [adjective] – part of an activity or event The people involved in the project worked hard to ensure its success. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [kuhn-SID-er] – to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision I consider her to be one of the most talented artists of our time. apology /uh-POL-uh-jee/ [noun] – an act of saying that you are sorry for something wrong you have done She…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

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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 commonly use flour as an ingredient? Do you know about pulse-based flours? 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。 flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. Sarah mixed flour, sugar, and eggs to make a delicious cake for her friend’s birthday. recipe /RES-uh-pee/ [noun] – a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and cook food, including a list of what food is needed for this My mom found a new recipe online, and she’s going…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. In what dishes do you use flour? What are pulse-based flours? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unlock /uhn-LOK/ [verb] – to discover important new facts about something and make them known to people After hours of studying, Maria finally managed to unlock the secret behind solving quadratic equations. vitamin /VAHY-tuh-min/ [noun] – any of a group of natural substances that are necessary in small amounts for the growth and good health of the body Sarah’s doctor recommended that she eat more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C to boost…
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Pulse-based flours transforming the way we eat for the better

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. protein-rich /PROH-teen rich/ [adjective] – refers to a food or diet that contains a relatively high amount of protein When planning a balanced diet, it’s important to include protein-rich foods such as lean meats, eggs, and legumes to support muscle growth and repair. nutritional /nyoo-TRI-shuh-nuhl/ [adjective] – relating to nutrition Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is essential for maintaining a healthy and nutritional diet, as they provide vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for our overall well-being. antioxidant /an-tee-OK-si-duhnt/ [noun] – a substance that slows down the rate at which something decays because of…
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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs

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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。 Are you familiar with the city of Dubai? Do you think our oceans need man-made projects to survive? 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。 ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – If a plan or idea is ambitious, it needs a great amount of skill and effort to be successful or be achieved The ambitious project aimed to create sustainable solutions for clean energy, addressing environmental concerns. vast /vast/ [vast] – extremely big The internet provides access to a vast amount of information, making it a valuable resource for research and learning….
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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with the city of Dubai? What is it famous for? Do you think large-scale ocean restoration is a good idea? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. developer /dih-VEL-uh-per/ [noun] – a person or company that makes money from buying land, building new houses, offices, etc., or by changing existing buildings to sell or rent The real estate developer transformed an old warehouse into a modern residential complex. hospitality /hos-pi-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – food, drink, entertainment, etc. that an organization provides for guests or business partners…
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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coral /KAWR-uhl/ [noun] – a substance like rock, formed in the sea by groups of particular types of small animal, often used in jewellery The diver photographed the exotic fish swimming among the coral formations. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – to include something as part of something larger The artist chose to incorporate abstract elements into the painting, adding depth and complexity. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The city installed solar panels on public buildings as part of…
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