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Banksy unveils final mural at London Zoo, ending animal-themed art series

2024年8月19日

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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams 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 Banksy and his artwork? Can you name a famous artist from your country? 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。 series /SEER-eez/ [noun] – a group of related things or events that follow each other in sequence The TV series has been a hit with audiences around the world. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to establish the truth or certainty of something The doctor confirmed the diagnosis after reviewing all the test results. intend /in-TEND/ [verb] – to plan or mean for something to happen…
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Banksy unveils final mural at London Zoo, ending animal-themed art series

2024年8月19日

Banksy

©REUTERS/Hollie Adams Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name some famous artists from your country? What do you think makes an artist’s work become widely recognized and discussed? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. installment /in-STAWL-muhnt/ [noun] – a single part or piece of a series of related works The latest novel is the final installment in a popular fantasy series. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – covering a large area; having a wide scope or range The research team conducted an extensive study to understand the effects of climate change on coastal ecosystems. tension /TEN-shuhn/ [noun]…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does it mean when a country has an “aging population”? What is the retirement age in your country, and how has it changed over time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retirement /ri-TAHYUHR-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of leaving your job and stopping working, usually because you are old After 30 years of dedicated service at the company, Mr. Jones celebrated his retirement with a grand farewell party. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The constant strain…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7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。 Have you ever thought about how long you might work before retiring? What is the retirement age in your country? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially The company announced a new product launch next month. gradually /GRAJ-oo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – slowly or steadily over a period of time The company is gradually improving its customer service. retire /ri-TIRE/ [verb] – to stop working after reaching a certain age He plans to retire next year after working…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statutory /STACH-oo-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – decided or controlled by law The statutory requirement for obtaining a driver’s license includes passing both a written and a practical test. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe The charity aims to alleviate poverty in the region by providing food and medical supplies to those in need. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – an improvement or change that is made to a particular system, structure, or policy The government is planning to introduce educational reform to improve the quality of teaching in public schools. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective]…
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Anant Ambani’s Wedding draws global icons and political figures

2024年7月19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 attended or heard about a wedding that was particularly extravagant? What might be the significance of a wedding ceremony that involves blessings from global leaders and celebrities? 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。 wedding /WED-ing / [noun] – a marriage ceremony and the festivities associated with it They attended a beautiful wedding ceremony in a church in the countryside. celebration /sel-uh-BRAY-shuhn / [noun] – a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark an event The town held a big celebration for its anniversary. Mumbai /MUHM-bye /…
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Anant Ambani’s Wedding draws global icons and political figures

2024年7月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extravagant /ek-STRAV-uh-guhnt/ [adjective] – spending much more money or using many more things than you need to The princess wore an extravagant gown with diamonds and pearls. opulent /OP-pyuh-luhnt/ [adjective] – grand and expensive-looking, showing great wealth The opulent palace was decorated with gold and intricate carvings. constellation /KON-stuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – metaphorically used to describe a collection of prominent or influential figures The conference was a constellation of industry leaders, each shining brightly with innovative ideas and experience. dazzling /DAZ-uh-ling/ [adjective] – extremely impressive, beautiful, or skillful The fireworks display was dazzling, with bursts of color…
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Anant Ambani’s Wedding draws global icons and political figures

2024年7月19日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Describe an event you’ve attended or heard about that could be considered extravagant. Why do people organize extravagant celebrations? What are the reasons behind spending so much on such events? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. congratulate /CON-grat-yuh-late/ [verb] – to express pleasure to someone for something good that has happened to them We should congratulate Maria on her promotion at work. prime minister /PRYME MIN-uh-ster/ [noun] – the leader of the government in some countries The Prime Minister will address the nation tonight about the new policies. lifestyle /LIFE-style/ [noun]…
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