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Column Discussion (Expert)｜コラムディスカッション（上級）
Lesson24 : World Food Production Also Having Big Effect on Climate Change

2021年3月23日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　pivotal	/PIV-uh-tl/
	-of vital or critical importance
	Access to education is pivotal in ending poverty.
2.　alleviate	/uh-LEE-vee-eyt/
	-to make easier to endure; lessen
	The patient was advised to take some pain reliever to alleviate the pain.
3.　culprit	/KUHL-prit/
	-a person or other agent guilty of or responsible for an offense or fault
	Finally, the culprit admitted to the crime.
4.　combat	/kuhm-BAT/
	-to fight or contend against
	Playing the piano is a way to combat loneliness.
5.　practice	/PRAK-tis/
	-habitual or customary performance; operation
	Only the best practices should be observed in the workplace.

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Food production impacts climate change

Reducing the use of fossil fuels is pivotal in alleviating climate change. On the other hand, a new study reveals that the way food is produced around the world is also a major culprit behind higher temperatures on Earth.

The research concluded that if the current food production stays the same, almost 1.4 trillion metric tons of greenhouse gases will be generated in the next 80 years.

Deforestation, soil mismanagement, improper handling of food waste and fertilizers are just some of the causes of the said pollution. Researchers add that even if fuel emission will be discontinued, it would still not be possible to meet the targets set to combat climate change.

To improve the current situation, better farming practices, changes in diet, and wasting less food will be beneficial. The same study predicts that a shift to a plant-rich diet is likely to decrease greenhouse gases by 65 billion metric tons.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the article.

PART C_2

1.	What is one of the causes of higher temperatures on the planet?
2.	What would happen if fuel emission was halted?
3.	What should be done to improve the situation?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the article. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	Do you find the findings of the study surprising?
2.	What can you say about the researcher’s recommendation to fight climate change?
3.	Do you believe that climate change is a pressing matter?
4.	In your opinion, how can we put an end to climate change?
5.	In what ways can you help overcome climate change?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Parts of this lesson material are based on:
An article by Voice of America

Column Discussion (Expert)｜コラムディスカッション（上級）
Lesson23 : Scientists Discover How Some Dinosaurs Grew So Big

2021年3月23日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　pace	/peys/
	-a rate of movement, especially in stepping, walking
	The pet owner could not keep up with the dog’s pace.
2.　steadily	/STED-i-lee/
	-in a way that moves constantly and at an even pace or in the same direction
	The number of club members grew steadily.
3.　growth	/grohth/
	-the act or process, or a manner of growing; development
	Plant growth depends heavily on the environment.
4.　comparison	/kuhm-PAR-uh-suhn/
	-the act of comparing.
	Comparison is inevitable among siblings.
5.　increase	/in-KREES/
	-to make greater, as in number, size, strength, or quality
	Being underweight, her nutritionist advised her to increase her food intake.

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Experts: Dinosaurs grew at various paces

After studying the fossils of some dinosaurs, scientists explain that huge dinosaurs did not actually grow at the same pace. Some of these creatures took longer to grow in size but did so steadily. On the other hand, other kinds of dinosaurs had a growth spurt right before adulthood which caused them to increase in size in a short period of time. In comparison, children experience a growth spurt from age 12 to 18. The same thing happened to some dinosaurs.

How did the scientists go about the experiment? They studied fossils housed in museums from around the world. This includes Sue, one of the most well-known T. rex fossils which is displayed in a museum in Chicago. With the help of a machine, they cut through the remains of these early creatures and compared the annual growth rings of each bone. They later found out that this kind of dinosaur reached adulthood at the age of 20.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the article.

PART C_2

1.	What caused some dinosaurs to grow faster?
2.	How did the scientists carry out the experiment?
3.	Where is Sue kept?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the article. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	What do you make of the findings of the study?
2.	What can you say about their process of studying fossils?
3.	Do you think scientists should make use of more advanced tools to study fossils?
4.	Do you think it’s good for museums to house dinosaur fossils?
5.	How do you think a visit to a dinosaur museum can impact a student’s point of view?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Parts of this lesson material are based on:
An article by Voice of America

Column Discussion (Expert)｜コラムディスカッション（上級）
Lesson22 : French Wines Return from Year in Space

2021年3月23日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　exceptional	/ik-SEP-shuh-nl/
	-forming an exception or rare instance; unusual; extraordinary
	The utility staff was rewarded for his exceptional service.
2.　aim	/eym/
	-to intend or direct for a particular effect or purpose
	This program aims at combating human trafficking.
3.　alongside	/uh-LAWNG-sahyd/
	-along, by, at, or to the side of something
	He arrived at the event alongside his wife.
4.　subsequently	/SUHB-si-kwuhnt-lee/
	-later in time; afterward
	The new manager met with new clients and subsequently left on a business trip.
5.　humanity	/hyoo-MAN-i-tee/
	-all human beings collectively; the human race; humankind
	In films, American superheroes are always the ones to save humanity.

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Wines travel back to Earth

Research materials, equipment, and 12 bottles of French wine landed off the coast of Florida by means of SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. This exceptional wine, along with some grapevines, had orbited Earth for a year as part of a study.

This research aims at Agricultural science, but the experts share that tasting the said wine is something that they are also looking forward to. The out-of-this-world wine tasting will take place in Bordeaux, France, alongside a number of wine experts.

The researchers add that a series of chemical testing will be conducted subsequently. The sedimentation and bubbles of the said wine will be observed. The ultimate goal of the research is to have a good understanding of a futuristic agriculture that is organic, healthy, and capable of feeding humanity. They believe space will give them the answers.

As of this writing, the only spacecraft that is able to return items successfully to Earth is SpaceX’s Dragon. Other spacecraft end up in flames on their way back to Earth.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the article.

PART C_2

1.	Which spacecraft transported the wines back to Earth?
2.	Where will the wine tasting take place?
3.	What happens to other spacecraft on their way to Earth?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the article. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	What do you make of this space experiment?
2.	Do you think this study should be a priority?
3.	Would you participate in the said wine tasting if given the chance?
4.	Is wine popular where you live? Why or why not?
5.	What do you know about the process of making wine? Please elaborate.

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Parts of this lesson material are based on:
An article by Voice of America

Conversation(Beginner Chapter 1)｜日常会話（初級１章）
Lesson11: My favorite city　私の好きな街

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

単語を学習しましょう。講師のあとについて音読してみましょう。

PART A_2

1.　ancient　古くからの、古代の
2.　modern　近代的
3.　interesting　面白い

PART B_1

Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.

会話表現を学びましょう。以下の文章を音読してみましょう。

PART B_2

Which do you consider one of the most beautiful cities in the world?

世界で最も美しい都市のひとつはどこだと思いますか？

Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

パリは世界で最も美しい都市のひとつです。

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。最初に講師がRon、あなたがEmmaの部分を読みます。終わったら交代しましょう。

PART C_2

Emma, have you already been to other cities abroad?

Yes, I have. I have been to Ho Chi Minh, Bangkok, and Phnom Penh.

Which do you think is the most interesting city among the three?

For me, the most interesting city is Bangkok.

Why do you think so?

It’s the most modern. Its trains are faster than my country’s.

I see. Would you like to go back there?

Yes, If I had a chance again, I would.

PART D_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。先ほど読んだ文を思い出しながら、空欄を埋めて音読しましょう。

PART D_2

Emma, have you already been to other cities abroad?

Yes, I have. I have been to Ho Chi Minh, Bangkok, and Phnom Penh.

Which do you think is the most interesting city among the three?

For me, ________________ Bangkok.

Why do you think so?

It’s the most modern. Its trains are __________.

I see. Would you like to go back there?

Yes, If I had a chance again, I would.

PART E_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

空欄を埋めて、以下の会話文を完成させましょう。

PART E_2

1.	A: Which is the most romantic city you have been to? B: Paris __________.
2.	A: Which is more ancient, New York or Tokyo? B: Tokyo __________.
3.	A: Which city __________? B: Manila is the most amazing city for me.
4.	A: __________ Hokkaido or Tokyo? B: Hokkaido is colder than Tokyo.
5.	A: Which is bigger, Yokohama or Kobe? B: Kobe ________________.
6.	A: Which is more charming, Rome or London? B: I think _____________.

PART F_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

ロールプレイをしましょう。以下のシチュエーションに沿って、講師と話をしましょう。この時、今日習った表現を使ってみましょう。

PART F_2

Have a small talk with your friend. Ask him/her what the most exciting city he/she has been to.

あなたの友人と世間話をしています。今まで行った中で一番わくわくした街がどこかを聞いてみましょう。

PART F_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Beginner Chapter 1)｜日常会話（初級１章）
Lesson47: My routines　私の日常生活

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

単語を学習しましょう。講師のあとについて音読してみましょう。

PART A_2

1.　dentist　歯科医
2.　basketball　バスケットボール
3.　camping　キャンプ

PART B_1

Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.

会話表現を学びましょう。以下の文章を音読してみましょう。

PART B_2

How often does he go to the gym?

彼はどのくらいの頻度でジムに通っていますか？

He goes to the gym once a week.

彼は週に一度、ジムに行きます。

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。最初に講師がRon、あなたがEmmaの部分を読みます。終わったら交代しましょう。

PART C_2

Emma, what do you usually do after school?

It depends on the day. I go to the gym twice a week.

That’s nice. I heard you are also sporty. How often do you play basketball?

I play basketball once a week. That is every Friday.

That sounds good. You also have a part-time job, right?

Yes, I do. I work part-time twice a week.

You’re such a busy person.

I know, right.

PART D_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。先ほど読んだ文を思い出しながら、空欄を埋めて音読しましょう。

PART D_2

Emma, what do you usually do after school?

It depends on the day. I go to the gym ________.

That’s nice. I heard you are also sporty. _________ do you play basketball?

I play basketball once a week. That is every Friday.

That sounds good. You also have a part-time job, right?

Yes, I do. I work __________.

You’re such a busy person.

I know, right.

PART E_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

空欄を埋めて、以下の会話文を完成させましょう。

PART E_2

1.	A: How often you watch movies? B: I watch movies ________.
2.	A: _________do you see your dentist? B: I see my dentist twice a year.
3.	A: How often do you visit your grandparents? B: __________every weekend.
4.	A: __________? B: I go to the beach three times a year.
5.	A: How often do you read books? B: ______________.
6.	A: __________? B: I never go camping.

PART F_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

ロールプレイをしましょう。以下のシチュエーションに沿って、講師と話をしましょう。この時、今日習った表現を使ってみましょう。

PART F_2

Have a small talk with your friend about working out. Ask him how often he/she goes to the gym.

あなたの友人と運動やエクササイズについて話しています。どのくらいの頻度でジムに行っているか聞いてみましょう。

PART F_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Beginner Chapter 1)｜日常会話（初級１章）
Lesson39: Talking about clothes　洋服の話をする

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

単語を学習しましょう。講師のあとについて音読してみましょう。

PART A_2

1.　casual　カジュアルな、何気ない
2.　elegant　エレガントな、上品な
3.　spring　春

PART B_1

Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.

会話表現を学びましょう。以下の文章を音読してみましょう。

PART B_2

What are your favorite clothes?

お気に入りの服は何ですか？

I like wearing comfortable clothes.

着心地のいい服を着るのが好きです。

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。最初に講師がRon、あなたがEmmaの部分を読みます。終わったら交代しましょう。

PART C_2

Emma, how was the party last night?

It was awesome. It was one of the most memorable parties ever.

That sounds fantastic. What kind of clothes did you wear for the party?

I wore a nice, colored dress.

I wish I saw it! Anyway, how about Daisy? What did she wear?

She wore an elegant green dress. It really suits her.

I think so too. Thanks for sharing about it.

PART D_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。先ほど読んだ文を思い出しながら、空欄を埋めて音読しましょう。

PART D_2

Emma, __________?

It was awesome. It was one of the most memorable parties ever.

That sounds fantastic. What kind of clothes did you wear for the party?

__________.

I wish I saw it! Anyway, how about Daisy? What did she wear?

__________. It really suits her.

I think so too. Thanks for sharing about it.

PART E_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

空欄を埋めて、以下の会話文を完成させましょう。

PART E_2

1.	A: What did you wear for the party last night? B: __________.
2.	A: __________? B: He wore a comfortably casual t-shirt.
3.	A: __________? B: She usually wears an oversize blouse at home.
4.	A: __________? B: I wear neat, suitable pants every day.
5.	A: What do usually wear in winter? B: __________.
6.	A: What do you usually wear in spring? B: __________.

PART F_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

ロールプレイをしましょう。以下のシチュエーションに沿って、講師と話をしましょう。この時、今日習った表現を使ってみましょう。

PART F_2

Have a small talk with your friend. Ask him/her what kinds of clothes he/she wears at home.

友達と少しお話をしてみましょう。家ではどんな服を着ているのか聞いてみましょう。

PART F_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Conversation(Beginner Chapter 1)｜日常会話（初級１章）
Lesson40: Talking about restaurants　レストランの話をする

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

単語を学習しましょう。講師のあとについて音読してみましょう。

PART A_2

1.　fancy　高級な、派手な
2.　low-priced　低価格の
3.　high-class　高級な

PART B_1

Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.

会話表現を学びましょう。以下の文章を音読してみましょう。

PART B_2

What is your favorite restaurant?

あなたのお気に入りのレストランは？

My favorite restaurant is a classy restaurant.

私は、上品なレストランが好きです。

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。最初に講師がRon、あなたがEmmaの部分を読みます。終わったら交代しましょう。

PART C_2

Emma, how was the restaurant last night?

I liked it because it was clean and classy.

I wish I were with you last night. However, I just wanted a clean but low-priced one.

I see. We can eat out next time. Do you know a restaurant like that?

Yes, it is cheap and Italian.

Oh, that is nice. I love Italian food.

Likewise!

PART D_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。先ほど読んだ文を思い出しながら、空欄を埋めて音読しましょう。

PART D_2

Emma, how was the restaurant last night?

__________.

I wish I were with you last night. However, __________.

I see. We can eat out next time. Do you know a restaurant like that?

Yes, __________.

Oh, that is nice. I love Italian food.

Likewise!

PART E_1

Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.

空欄を埋めて、以下の会話文を完成させましょう。

PART E_2

1.	A: How was the restaurant? B: __________.
2.	A: __________? B: It was a high-class Italian restaurant.
3.	A: Did you go to a fancy restaurant? B: Yes, __________.
4.	A: How are the restaurants in Tokyo? B: __________.
5.	A: __________? B: I like a quiet restaurant.
6.	A: Is it a well-known restaurant? B: Yes, __________.

PART F_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

ロールプレイをしましょう。以下のシチュエーションに沿って、講師と話をしましょう。この時、今日習った表現を使ってみましょう。

PART F_2

Have a small talk with your friend. Ask him/her to describe the restaurant that he/she went to last night.

あなたの友人と世間話をしましょう。昨晩行ったレストランについて説明してもらいましょう。

PART F_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Column Discussion (Expert)｜コラムディスカッション（上級）
Lesson99 : We Learn Language in Pre-Human Area of Brain

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　area	/AIR-ee-uh /
	-An area is also a particular part of anything that takes space
	This area of the brain is called the cerebral cortex.
2.　mechanism	/MEK-uh-niz-uhm/
	-a way of doing something that is planned or part of a system
	These new cameras have a special focusing mechanism.
3.　linguistic	/ling-GWIS-tik/
	-connected with language or the study of language
	I’m interested in the linguistic development of babies.
4.　examine	/ig-ZAM-in /
	-to look at or consider a person or thing carefully and in detail in order to discover something about them
	They are to examine ways of reducing traffic in that area.
5.　disability	/dis-uh-BIL-i-tee/
	-an illness, injury, or condition that makes it difficult for someone to do the things that other people do
	She is blind but refuses to let her disability prevent her from doing what she wants to do.

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Study: We Learn Language in Pre-Human Area of Brain

A new study could benefit people learning a new language. Michael Ullman, the lead writer and a professor at Georgetown University Medical School in Washington, D.C., has been researching language learning for more than 20 years. According to Ullman’s findings, the human brain lacks a special area or system for generating language. He claims that we have simply reused parts of our brain for language over time. And those parts, he claims, are ancient – possibly even older than humans. These mechanisms exist in non-human animals as well, according to one of the study’s co-authors. Phillip Hamrick is an assistant professor at Kent State University in Ohio. He explains in a press release that rats use the same memory systems as humans to complete some tests. Data from 16 other linguistic studies were
examined by Ullman, Hamrick, and the rest of the team. People learn a language using two memory systems: declarative and procedural, according to the researchers. Declarative memory is what we refer to as “learning memory” in humans. For example, “Oh, I remember what you said last night,” or similar phrases. And procedural motor memory is what we commonly refer to as “motor memory,” as in learning to ride a bicycle. In addition to language learners, Ullman’s research may benefit people who have suffered a brain injury that affects their ability to speak and write. Learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, may benefit from this experience. Ullman also hoped that the research would lead to advances in our understanding of language.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the article.

PART C_2

1.	According to Ullman’s findings, what does the human brain lack?
2.	What exists in non-human animals as well?
3.	What are the two memory systems that people use to learn a language?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the article. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	What do you think Ullman felt when he discovered that the human brain lacks a special area or system for generating language?
2.	Which is more effective, declarative or motor memory? Why do you think so?
3.	What is dyslexia? Please explain your answer.
4.	What language would you like to learn? How would you like to learn it?
5.	What do you think would be the other benefits of this study? Please explain your answer.

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Parts of this lesson material are based on:
An article by Voice of America

World Literature (Aesop Fables)｜世界文学（イソップ童話）
Lesson42: The Ass, the Fox, and the Lion

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　comrade	/KOM-rad/
	-a friend, especially one who you have been involved in difficult or dangerous, usually military, activities with
	“I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy,” the soldier said.
2.　filch	/filch/
	-to steal something of little value
	He filched small bottles of soap and shampoo from hotels.
3.　scheme	/skeem/
	-an organized plan for doing something, especially something dishonest or illegal that will bring a good result for you
	She shared her escape scheme to other prisoners.
4.　yonder	/YON-der/
	-in the place or direction shown; over there
	Melissa lives in that big house yonder.
5.　treachery	/TRECH-uh-ree/
	-behavior that deceives or is not loyal to someone who trusts you
	The servant was punished by the king for his acts of treachery.

PART B_1

Let’s read the story. Please read them aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

The Ass, the Fox, and the Lion

An Ass and a Fox had become close comrades and were constantly in each other’s company. While the Ass cropped a fresh bit of greens, the Fox would devour a chicken from the neighboring farmyard or a bit of cheese filched from the dairy. One day the pair unexpectedly met a Lion. The Ass was very much frightened, but the Fox calmed his fears.

“I will talk to him,” he said.

So the Fox walked boldly up to the Lion.

“Your highness,” he said in an undertone, so the Ass could not hear him, “I’ve got a fine scheme in my head. If you promise not to hurt me, I will lead that foolish creature yonder into a pit where he can’t get out, and you can feast at your pleasure.”

The Lion agreed and the Fox returned to the Ass.

“I made him promise not to hurt us,” said the Fox. “But come, I know a good place to hide till he is gone.”

So the Fox led the Ass into a deep pit. But when the Lion saw that the Ass was his for the taking, he, first of all, struck down the traitor Fox.

Traitors may expect treachery.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the story.

PART C_2

1.	How did the Ass and the Fox help each other?
2.	What scheme did the Fox propose to the Lion?
3.	How did the Lion react to the Fox’s proposal?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the story. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	If you and your friend were in a danger, what would you initially do to protect yourselves?
2.	What do you think causes selfishness?
3.	What do you think pushes people to become traitors?
4.	In your opinion, how would you test someone’s loyalty?
5.	Cite and explain a situation similar to the fable’s lesson.

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Parts of this lesson material are based on:
An eBook from The Project Gutenberg.
This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org

World Literature (Aesop Fables)｜世界文学（イソップ童話）
Lesson41: The Wild Boar and the Fox

2021年3月22日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　anxiously	/ANGK-shuhs-lee/
	-in a way that shows you are worried or nervous
	Amanda looked at the time anxiously.
2.　grin	/grin/
	-a wide smile
	He had a big grin on his face as he walked across the hallway.
3.　guarantee	/gar-uhn-TEE/
	-a promise that something will be done or will happen
	What guarantee is there that you can restore the data when disaster hits?
4.　grin	/grin/
	-to smile broadly, especially as an indication of pleasure, amusement, or the like.
	The boy showed a grin on his face after receiving a gift.
5.　stump	/stuhmp/
	-the part of something such as a tree, tooth, arm, or leg that is left after most of it has been removed
	The bull hit the stump of the tree.

PART B_1

Let’s read the story. Please read them aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

The Wild Boar and the Fox

A Wild Boar was sharpening his tusks busily against the stump of a tree, when a Fox happened by. Now the Fox was always looking for a chance to make fun of his neighbors. So he made a great show of looking anxiously about, as if in fear of some hidden enemy. But the Boar kept right on with his work.

“Why are you doing that?” asked the Fox at last with a grin. “There isn’t any danger that I can see.”

“True enough,” replied the Boar, “but when danger does come there will not be time for such work as this. My weapons will have to be ready for use then, or I shall suffer for it.”

Preparedness for war is the best guarantee of peace.

PART C_1

Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the story.

PART C_2

1.	What was the Boar doing when the Fox saw him?
2.	What does the Fox always do to his neighbors?
3.	What did the Boar tell to the Fox when asked about his preparedness?

PART D_1

Let’s discuss the story. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.

PART D_2

1.	Do you agree with the fable’s lesson? Why or why not?
2.	Do you think it is right that the Boar prepared his tusks even without danger? Why or why not?
3.	Why do you think the Fox wanted to make fun of the Boar?
4.	What circumstances do you always prepare for?
5.	How do you prepare for any danger that may come your way?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

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