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Dan’s Diner: An adventurous meal in a traveling tundra buggy

2023年4月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a must-visit restaurant in your city or country? Could you tell me about it? What are some famous diners in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feast /feest/ [noun] – something that is very enjoyable to see, hear, experience, etc. The villagers prepared a grand feast to celebrate the arrival of the new year, with tables filled with roasted meats, fruits, and sweets. indulge /in-DUHLJ/ [verb] – to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you Sometimes it’s nice…
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Dan’s Diner: An adventurous meal in a traveling tundra buggy

2023年4月12日

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©Frontier North Adventures Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tundra /TUHN-druh/ [noun] – (part of) the very large area of land in North Asia, North America, and northern Europe where, because it is cold, trees do not grow and ground below the surface is permanently frozen: The tundra is a vast and treeless Arctic region where the ground is frozen all year round. gourmet /goor-MEY/ [adjective] – (of food) very high quality My mom always uses gourmet coffee beans to make her morning cup of coffee because she loves the rich and luxurious flavor. showcase /SHOH-keys/ [verb] – to show the best…
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Dan’s Diner: An adventurous meal in a traveling tundra buggy

2023年4月12日

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©Frontier North Adventures 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 been to a diner before? Are you familiar with the menu items typically offered at a diner? 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。 adventure /ad-VEN-cher/ [noun] – an unusual, exciting, and possibly dangerous activity, such as a trip or experience, or the excitement produced by such an activity Last summer, my family and I went on an adventure to explore the beautiful mountains of Colorado. scenery /SEE-nuh-ree/ [noun] – the general appearance of the natural environment, especially when it is beautiful I love…
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How our sleep is affected by the seasons

2023年4月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adjustment /uh-JUHST-muhnt/ [noun] – a small change After receiving feedback on his essay, Jack made some adjustments to the structure and content to improve his grade. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher / [noun] – the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place In science class, we learned about the harmful effects of too much sun exposure and how it can damage our skin. regulate /REG-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way Athletes need to regulate their breathing while running to…
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How our sleep is affected by the seasons

2023年4月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do the seasons affect our sleep patterns? What are the common sleep disturbances that occur during different seasons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vitality /vahy-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – energy and strength After a long day of hiking in the mountains, I could feel my vitality returning as I rested and drank some water. approach /uh-PROHCH/ [noun] – a way of considering or doing something To make progress on your project, it’s important to choose the right approach that fits your goals and resources. lethargic /luh-THAHR-jik/ [adjective] – having little energy;…
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How our sleep is affected by the seasons

2023年4月10日

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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 think that changes in weather patterns can affect the quality of your sleep? Do you think the amount of daylight in a day affects the quality of your sleep? 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。 invigorated /in-VIG-uh-reyt-tid / [adjective] – full of life and energy After going for a run in the park, I felt invigorated and full of energy. sluggish /SLUGH-ish/ [adjective] – moving or operating more slowly than usual and with less energy or power After eating a heavy lunch, I felt sluggish and didn’t…
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The High Seas Treaty: A turning point for deep-sea mining

2023年4月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mining /MAHY-ning/ [noun] – the industry or activity of removing coal and other substances from the earth Mining is the process of extracting valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth, and it has been an important industry throughout history. treaty /TREE-tee/ [noun] – a written agreement between two or more countries, formally approved and signed by their leaders A treaty is a formal agreement between two or more countries or groups, and it typically involves issues such as trade, security, or territorial boundaries. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – A fragile object is easily damaged or…
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The High Seas Treaty: A turning point for deep-sea mining

2023年4月5日

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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 know what the High Seas Treaty is all about? Have you ever visited an ocean or marine environment that you felt was negatively impacted by human activities? 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。 creature /KREE-cher/ [noun] – any large or small living thing that can move independently The forest is home to many different creatures, like birds, squirrels, and rabbits. scientific /sahy-uhn-TIF-ik/ [adjective] – relating to science The scientists used a lot of scientific equipment to study chemical reaction in the lab. fortunately /FAWR-chuh-nit-lee/ [adverb] – happening…
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