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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. What factors contribute to the increasing cost of living in our society? What can individuals do to address the issue of the increasing cost of living? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. assistance /uh-SIS-tuhns/ [noun] – help When taking a test, students are not allowed to receive any assistance from others or use unauthorized materials. adequate /AD-i-kwit/ [adjective] – enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose It is important for athletes to maintain an adequate diet and hydration in order to perform at their best during competitions. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [verb] –…
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An exceptional chance to visit Antarctica

2023年4月24日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever been to Antarctica before? If not, what do you know about this continent? What are some of the challenges of visiting Antarctica? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adventurous /ad-VEN-cher-uhs/ [adjective] – willing to try new or difficult things Even though I was nervous, I decided to try adventurous activities like zip-lining and bungee jumping while on vacation in Costa Rica. yacht /yot/ [noun] – a boat with sails and sometimes an engine, used for either racing or traveling on for pleasure My uncle, who is a wealthy…
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An exceptional chance to visit Antarctica

2023年4月24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 dreamed of visiting Antarctica? Do you think it’s possible to visit Antarctica only once in a lifetime? 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。 transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the movement of people or goods from one place to another I take the bus to school every day for transportation. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange The magician performed an extraordinary trick that amazed the audience. sail /seyl/ [verb] – when a boat or a ship sails, it travels on the water We plan…
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An exceptional chance to visit Antarctica

2023年4月24日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intrepid /in-TREP-id/ [adjective] – extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations Despite the challenging terrain, the intrepid hiker continued on with determination to reach the mountain’s summit. luxurious /luhg-ZHOOR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – very comfortable and expensive The hotel room was decorated with a luxurious carpet, elegant curtains, and a comfortable king-size bed, making the guests feel pampered during their stay. turbulent /TUR-byuh-luhnt / [adjective] – turbulent air or water moves very strongly and suddenly The passengers on the airplane experienced a turbulent flight due to the stormy weather, causing some to feel nauseous and scared….
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The concrete that benefits the environment

2023年4月19日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is concrete? Why is concrete an important building material? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. construction /kuhn-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the work of building or making something, especially buildings, bridges, etc. The construction of the new hospital has been delayed due to a shortage of workers and materials, but the government is making efforts to speed up the process. concrete /KON-kreet/ [noun] – a very hard building material made by mixing together cement, sand, small stones, and water The workers poured concrete into the foundation to create a solid base for…
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The concrete that benefits the environment

2023年4月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contributor /kuhn-TRIB-yuh-ter/ [noun] – one of the reasons why something happens The heavy rainfall was a significant contributor to the flooding in the city last week. account for /uh-KOUNT fawr/ [phrasal verb] – to form the total of something The sales of the new product line account for almost 25% of the company’s revenue this quarter. durability /door-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being able to last a long time without becoming damaged It’s important to consider not only the price and appearance of a car but also its durability when making a purchase, to ensure…
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The concrete that benefits the environment

2023年4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。 Can concrete be harmful to the environment? Do you think concrete can be produced in a sustainable and eco-friendly way? 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。 minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz/ [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount To save electricity, we need to minimize the use of lights when they are not needed. revolutionary /rev-uh-LOO-shuh-ner-ee / [adjective] – completely new and having a great effect The new smartphone has a revolutionary design that makes it easier to use and more comfortable to hold. material /muh-TEER-ee-uhl/ [noun]…
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Menindee: Australia starts cleaning up after a mass fish death

2023年4月17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 heard of mass fish deaths occurring in bodies of water? Do you think the government should take responsibility for cleaning up mass fish deaths? 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。 due to /doo too/ [phrase] – because of Her illness was due to bad food. organization /awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn/ [awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn] – a group whose members work together for a shared purpose in a continuing way The organization has launched a campaign to raise $150,000. government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/ [noun] – the group of people who officially control a country The…
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