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The fascinating history and culinary significance of idlis

2023年5月9日

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dive into /dahyv IN-too/ [phrasal verb] – to start doing something suddenly and energetically, often without stopping to think To fully understand the topic, it’s important to dive into the details and analyze them carefully. simplicity /sim-PLIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the fact that something is easy to understand or do I prefer the simplicity of a pencil and paper over the complexity of a computer program when it comes to taking notes. nutritional /noo-TRISH-uhn-nl/ [adjective] – relating to nutrition To maintain good health, it’s important to eat a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutritional foods…
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The fascinating history and culinary significance of idlis

2023年5月9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。 Do you like rice cakes? Have you ever eaten idlis before? 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。 spice up /spahys uhp/ [phrasal verb] – If you spice up something you add excitement or interest to it Maria decided to spice up her presentation by adding some colorful images and fun facts. flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. To make a cake, you need flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. signature /SIG-nuh-cher/ [noun] – used to refer to the…
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A natural way to improve your quality of life

2023年5月7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 owned an indoor plant before? Are you interested in learning about the benefits of having indoor plants? 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。 natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – as found in nature and not involving anything made or done by people It is important to use natural materials like wood and cotton to protect the environment. positive /POZ-i-tiv/ [adjective] – full of hope and confidence, or giving cause for hope and confidence Sarah’s teacher gave her positive feedback on her homework, which made her feel proud of…
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A natural way to improve your quality of life

2023年5月7日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some benefits of having indoor plants? How can indoor plants impact mood and mental health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. effective /ih-FEK-tiv/ [adjective] – successful or achieving the results that you want: Effective studying habits can help students achieve their academic goals. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules In chemistry class, we learned about the different properties of chemical elements and how they interact with each other. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to…
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A natural way to improve your quality of life

2023年5月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. numerous /NOO-mer-uhs/ [adjective] – many There are numerous activities to join at school, like sports, volunteering, or student government. filter /FIL-ter/ [noun] – any of several types of equipment or devices for removing solids from liquids or gases, or for removing particular types of light When you pour water through a coffee filter, it helps to remove the small pieces of coffee grounds, leaving you with a clean cup of coffee. respiratory /RES-per-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – relating to breathing The common cold is a viral infection that affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as coughing, sneezing,…
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Young people use #quittok to share why they’re quitting their jobs

2023年5月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common reasons why people decide to quit their jobs? What are some best practices for using TikTok? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling, opinion, or fact When you write an essay, it is important to express your ideas clearly and concisely so that your readers can understand your point of view. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn / [noun] – the feeling of being annoyed or less confident because you cannot achieve what you want, or something that makes you feel like this Learning…
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Young people use #quittok to share why they’re quitting their jobs

2023年5月6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 experienced burnout in your current job/in school? Do you feel fulfilled right now? 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。 decision /dih-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – a choice that you make about something after thinking about several possibilities Making a decision can be tough, but it’s important to think about the consequences before you choose. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money Mary wants to become a doctor…
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