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Dubai to build massive artificial coral reefs
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
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
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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Unveiling the profound mental talent that shaped the world
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is foresight? Is it important in today’s rapidly changing world? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. existence /ig-ZIS-tuhns/ [noun] – the fact of something or someone existing The study of different forms of life helps us understand the vastness and diversity of existence on our planet. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to produce or use original and unusual ideas In art class, students are encouraged to explore their creativity by using different colors and shapes to express their ideas and emotions. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] –…
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Unveiling the profound mental talent that shaped the world
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an action, situation, etc. After studying hard for the exam, Mark felt confident about his performance and eagerly awaited the positive outcome of his efforts. intuition /in-too-ISH-uhn/ [noun] – (knowledge from) an ability to understand or know something immediately based on your feelings rather than facts Sarah had a strong intuition that it would rain, so she brought an umbrella with her on her way to school. carve /kahrv/ [idiom] – to create or establish The dedicated team of scientists and researchers carved a path to groundbreaking…
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Unveiling the profound mental talent that shaped the world
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 foresight is? Does foresight help create a better future? 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。 ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something Sarah has the ability to play the piano beautifully. shape /sheyp / [verb] – to decide or influence the form of something, especially a belief or idea, or someone’s character My parents have always shaped my values and taught me to be kind to others. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a…
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Singapore considers world’s first law against cancel culture
©Narih Lee, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with “cancel culture”? Describe it to me. Do you think “cancel culture” is a healthy way of online interaction? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perceived /per-SEEVD/ [adjective] – seen or noticed as His quiet demeanor was often perceived as shyness, but in reality, he was just reserved. campaign /kam-PEYN/ [noun] – a planned group of especially political, business, or military activities that are intended to achieve a particular aim The social media campaign aimed…
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Singapore considers world’s first law against cancel culture
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