Impact of bird flu on North American wildlife and efforts to mitigate its spread
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Impact of bird flu on North American wildlife and efforts to mitigate its spread
©(AP Photo/Guadalupe Pardo, File) 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 seen a large group of birds gathered in one place? Have you ever heard of animals being vaccinated to keep them safe? 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。 face /feys/ [verb] – to deal with or experience something difficult The students faced several challenges while preparing for their final exams. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller in size, amount, or degree The company introduced new policies to reduce waste and improve efficiency. recommend /rek-uh-MEND/ [verb] – to suggest something as…
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Cocoa farmers fight climate challenges in Indonesia
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. thrive /thrahyv/ [verb] – to grow, develop, or be successful Olive trees require dry soil, warm temperatures, and plenty of sunlight to thrive, making them sensitive to sudden climate changes. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily affected or harmed by environmental conditions Apple trees are vulnerable to strong winds during the flowering season, often resulting in fewer fruits. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time or longer than expected Prolonged cold weather delayed the blooming of cherry blossoms, affecting tourism in the region. adversity /ad-VUR-si-tee/ [difficult or unpleasant situations] – noun Farmers in the region…
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Cocoa farmers fight climate challenges in Indonesia
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 tried to grow a plant at home? Do you think farmers face challenges when growing crops? 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。 weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, such as temperature, rain, and wind The cold weather this winter has delayed several flights at the airport. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – a specific period of the year characterized by certain weather conditions Rising temperatures and shorter winter seasons have affected ski resorts. pest /pest/ [noun] – an insect…
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Cocoa farmers fight climate challenges in Indonesia
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you were starting a new farm, what crops would you choose to grow and why? What do you think farmers need most to grow healthy plants—sunlight, water, or good soil? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – not changing or moving suddenly; constant Tomato plants need steady temperatures and plenty of sunlight to grow well. humidity /hyoo-MID-i-tee/ [noun] – the amount of moisture in the air The humidity in the greenhouse helps the plants grow faster. fertilizer /FUR-tl-ahy-zer/ [noun] – a natural or chemical substance that…
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Experts warn of increased mudslide risks in California due to wildfires, droughts, and climate change
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Experts warn of increased mudslide risks in California due to wildfires, droughts, and climate change
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. geological /jee-uh-LAA-ji-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the study of the Earth’s physical structure and substances The geological survey found signs of ancient volcanic activity in the area. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period of dry weather, especially one that affects crops The drought in the region lasted for over two months, damaging crops. runoff /RUHN-awf/ [noun] – the flow of water that moves across the ground after rain or snow The heavy rain caused runoff that flooded the streets. reforestation /ree-fawr-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of planting trees to replace lost or destroyed forests Reforestation…
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Experts warn of increased mudslide risks in California due to wildfires, droughts, and climate change
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think it is important to prepare for natural disasters? If you were in charge of keeping a town safe from mudslides, what would you do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mudslide /MUHD-slide/ [noun] – a flow of mud, debris, or rock that falls down a slope, often after heavy rain The mudslide covered the road after the heavy rain. wildfire /WAHYLD-fahyuhr/ [noun] – Meaning: A large, destructive fire that spreads quickly in nature, especially in forest areas. The wildfire spread quickly due to strong winds. tragic /TRAJ-ik/…
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Experts warn of increased mudslide risks in California due to wildfires, droughts, and climate change
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 a mudslide is? Do heavy rainfall and wildfires increase the risk of mudslides? 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。 unstable /uhn-STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – not steady or likely to change or fail The table is unstable and may fall over. loosen /LOO-suhn/ [verb] – to make something less tight or fixed in place I will loosen the cap on the bottle. tragically /TRA-ji-klee/ [adverb] – in a way that causes sadness or disaster Tragically, the event caused many problems. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – the power or…
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