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A lavish getaway for business and pleasure

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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。 Are you interested in luxurious vacation destinations? Have you ever traveled for both business and pleasure at the same time? 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。 fancy /FAN-see/ [adjective] – expensive I don’t usually wear fancy clothes, but I dressed up in a fancy dress for my sister’s wedding. check out /CHEK out / [phrasal verb] – to examine something or get more information about it in order to be certain that it is true, safe, or suitable We should check out that new pizza place that just opened…
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A lavish getaway for business and pleasure

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lavish /LAV-ish/ [adjective] – large in quantity and expensive or impressive: At the grand ball, the wealthy guests were dressed in lavish gowns and tuxedos, adorned with diamonds and other precious gems. tasteful /TEYST-fuhl/ [adjective] – attractive and chosen for style and quality My sister’s new apartment is decorated with tasteful furniture and beautiful artwork that complement each other, giving the place a cozy and inviting feel. tranquility /trang-KWIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a peaceful, calm state, without noise, violence, worry, etc. After a long day at work, I like to sit by the lake and enjoy the…
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A sustainable urban center for Greece’s future

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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。 Can redeveloping an area help improve a community? Do you have redevelopment projects in your area or city at the moment? 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。 public /PUHB-lik/ [adjective] – relating to or involving people in general, rather than being limited to a particular group of people The public library is a great place to find books and information for free. design /dih-ZAHYN/ [noun] – the art of making plans or drawings for something The design of the new phone is sleek and modern, with a large touchscreen…
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A sustainable urban center for Greece’s future

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a redevelopment project? Why are redevelopment projects undertaken? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left in a particular place or condition, usually forever When the hurricane hit the small town, many people had to evacuate, leaving their homes and belongings behind, resulting in several abandoned houses. revolutionary /rev-uh-LOO-shuh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – completely new and having a great effect The Internet has been a revolutionary technology, changing the way we work, learn, and communicate with each other. community /kuh-MYOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the people living in one particular…
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A sustainable urban center for Greece’s future

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. recreational /rek-ree-EY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – connected with ways of enjoying yourself when you are not working After finishing their exams, the students went to the park to engage in recreational activities such as playing frisbee and having a picnic. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in the appearance or character of something or someone, especially so that that thing or person is improved The new software brought about a transformation in the way the company managed its inventory, making it easier and more efficient. redevelopment /ree-di-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the act or process of changing an area…
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Ancient myths that still resonate today

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – (the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation After conducting extensive research, the scientist gained new insights into the behavior of the species under study, providing valuable information for future investigations. sacrifice /SAK-ruh-fahys/ [verb] – to give up something for something else considered more important During the pandemic, healthcare workers sacrificed their personal safety to care for patients infected with COVID-19. attain /uh-TEYN/ [verb] – to reach or succeed in getting something After years of hard work and dedication, she was finally able…
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Ancient myths that still resonate today

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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 read mythology? What is your favorite myth/tale? 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。 thunder /THUHN-der / [noun] – the sudden loud noise that comes from the sky especially during a storm The loud thunder scared the little girl, and she ran to her mother for comfort. defend /dih-FEND/ [verb] – to protect someone or something against attack or criticism The goalkeeper must defend the goal to prevent the other team from scoring. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a subject that you get by…
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