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A sustainable urban center for Greece’s future

2023年5月1日

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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

2023年5月1日

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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

2023年4月28日

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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

2023年4月28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 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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Ancient myths that still resonate today

2023年4月28日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like reading mythology? Why or why not? Why do you think the myths and tales are still relevant today? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. source /sawrs/ [noun] – the place something comes from or starts at, or the cause of something When writing a research paper, it is important to cite all of the sources you used to gather information, such as books, articles, and websites. mythology /mi-THOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – an ancient story or set of stories, especially explaining the early history of a group of people or…
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The trials and innovations in ensuring sustainability and access to quality care

2023年4月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. healthcare /HELTH-kair/ [noun] – the activity or business of providing medical services Many people in my country cannot afford to pay for their healthcare, so the government provides free medical treatment for those who cannot afford it. immense /ih-MENS / [adjective] – extremely large in size or degree The amount of work required to complete the project was immense, and we had to work overtime to meet the deadline. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The company’s commitment…
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The trials and innovations in ensuring sustainability and access to quality care

2023年4月26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 think the cost of living will continue to increase in the future? Have you noticed any changes in the cost of basic necessities like food, housing, or healthcare? 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。 keep up /keep uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to be able to understand or deal with something that is happening or changing very fast If you want to improve your English, you need to keep up with your vocabulary practice every day. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem The math problem…
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