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Bushcraft: A trending outdoor activity

2023年3月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is bushcraft? In what situations or environments might someone need to use bushcraft skills? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. seek /seek/ [verb] – to try to find or get something, especially something that is not a physical object When you have a question, don’t hesitate to seek help from your teacher or classmates. shelter /SHEL-ter / [noun] – (a building designed to give) protection from bad weather, danger, or attack The hurricane was approaching fast, so we hurried to find a shelter to protect ourselves from the strong winds…
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Bushcraft: A trending outdoor activity

2023年3月29日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase There has been a surge in the number of people interested in learning new languages during the pandemic, as many are taking advantage of their free time at home. thrive /thrahyv/ [verb] – to grow, develop, or be successful Despite the challenging economic situation, some small businesses are managing to thrive by offering unique products and exceptional customer service. wilderness /WIL-der-nis/ [noun] – an area of land that has not been used to grow crops or had towns and roads built on it, especially because it is…
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Bushcraft: A trending outdoor activity

2023年3月29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。 Have you heard about bushcraft before? Do you have any experience with camping or wilderness survival skills? 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。 escape /ih-SKEYP/ [verb] – to get free from something, or to avoid something During the fire drill, the students had to quickly escape from the building and gather outside. outdoors /out-DAWRZ/ [noun] – outside I love to spend time outdoors, especially when the weather is nice. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to feel close to someone or have a good relationship with them I really connect with…
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German treatment center for burned-out parents

2023年3月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the common causes of burnout among parents? What are some of the possible consequences of untreated burnout for parents? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – a difficult situation that makes you feel worried or unhappy As the exam date approached, the pressure on the students increased, causing them to feel anxious and stressed about their performance. emerge /ih-MURJ/ [verb] – to become known or develop as a result of something As the investigation continued, more evidence began to emerge, and the truth about…
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German treatment center for burned-out parents

2023年3月27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。 Is burnout among parents a common issue? Can burnout lead to physical health problems? 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。 rise /rahyz/ [noun] – an increase The temperature is expected to rise tomorrow, so don’t forget to bring your water bottle. clinic /KLIN-ik/ [noun] – a building, often part of a hospital, to which people can go for medical care or advice relating to a particular condition My aunt went to the clinic to get her flu shot. exhausted /ig-ZAWS-tid/ [adjective] – extremely tired After running the marathon, I…
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German treatment center for burned-out parents

2023年3月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this The noise of the cars and the people shouting in the street intensified, making it difficult to hear each other’s voices. The noise of the cars and the people shouting in the street intensified, making it difficult to hear each other’s voices. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn / [noun] – the act of giving your attention to only one thing, either as a religious activity or as a way of becoming calm and relaxed The doctor suggested that she try meditation…
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The progressive city that few are aware of

2023年3月24日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance The museum showcases the country’s rich heritage of art, music, and literature, giving visitors a glimpse into its cultural past. resistance /ri-ZIS-tuhns / [noun] – the act of fighting against something that is attacking you, or refusing to accept something The doctor prescribed antibiotics to fight the infection, but it was clear that the bacteria had developed resistance to the medication and a different treatment was…
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The progressive city that few are aware of

2023年3月24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。 Have you ever heard of a progressive city that is not well-known? Have you ever visited or lived in a city that you would consider to be progressive? 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。 destination /des-tuh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the place where someone is going or where something is being sent or taken Our family is going on a vacation to a beautiful destination in the mountains next month. remain /ri-MEYN/ [verb] – to stay in the same place or in the same condition After finishing her work, Sarah remained…
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