Recovering lost treasures and advocating for preservation
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Recovering lost treasures and advocating for preservation
©Metropolitan Museum of Art Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people go to such great lengths to find lost treasures? Why is it important to preserve historical artifacts and treasures for future generations? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stretch /strech/ [verb] – to cause something to reach, often as far as possible, in a particular direction After sitting for a long time at their desks, the students decided to stand up and stretch their arms and legs to help them feel more awake and focused. loss /laws/ [noun] – a situation in…
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Recovering lost treasures and advocating for preservation
©Metropolitan Museum of Art 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 Learning about our country’s heritage is important to understand and appreciate the traditions and customs of our ancestors. reclaim /ri-KLEYM/ [verb] – to take back something that was yours After being away for years, the artist decided to reclaim her old studio to continue her work on a new project. pursuit /per-SOOT/ [noun] – the act of trying to achieve a plan,…
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Recovering lost treasures and advocating for preservation
©Metropolitan Museum of Art 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 believe that lost treasures should be recovered or left undiscovered? Do you think that the recovery of lost treasures can help us learn more about history? 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。 cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl / [adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society Learning a new language can help you understand different cultural traditions. despite /dih-SPAHYT / [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite the rain, we went to the park…
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure
©Hans Georg Roth/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 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 In Canada, each province has its own government and unique culture. conceal /kuhn-SEEL/ [verb] – to prevent something from being seen or known about When writing a secret message, it is important to conceal the information so that only the intended recipient can read it. empire /EM-pahyuhr/ [noun] – a group of countries ruled by a single person, government,…
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure
©Hans Georg Roth/Getty Images 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 visited an archaeological site before? Are you interested in learning more about the history and culture of ancient civilizations? 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 My family and I are going on a vacation to a beautiful destination with sandy beaches and clear blue water. sandy /SAN-dee/ [adjective] – covered with sand or containing sand: The children enjoyed building a sandcastle on the sandy…
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Unveiling the Roman Empire’s Hidden Treasure
©Hans Georg Roth/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are archaeological sites, and why are they important? What are some of the most famous archaeological sites you know of in the world? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [noun] – the power to have an effect on people or things, or a person or thing that is able to do this My parents’ advice has a great influence on my decisions, especially when it comes to important matters like choosing a career path. witness /WIT-nis/ [verb] – to see something happen, especially an…
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Sneakers: From sports shoes to fashion statement
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 sneakers a type of footwear? Do people wear sneakers for sports and exercise? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to put something into use, operation, or a place for the first time The company plans to introduce a new product next month that will help people save time in the kitchen. gain /geyn/ [verb] – to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time He was able to gain…
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Sneakers: From sports shoes to fashion statement
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indispensable /in-di-SPEN-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – Something or someone that is indispensable is so good or important that you could not manage without it, him, or her Having a good dictionary is indispensable for learning a foreign language. evolve /ih-volv/ [verb] – to develop gradually, or to cause something or someone to develop gradually The way people communicate has evolved over time, from sending letters to using instant messaging apps. purely /PYOOR-lee/ [adverb] – only I didn’t invite him to the party purely because we haven’t spoken in years, not because I don’t like him. versatile /VUR-suh-tl/ [adjective]…
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