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LC0725

Listen Carefully 0725

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is a weather report.

 

        All right, now let’s take a look at what's developing with these (a)_______. Tropical Storm Katia got (b)_______ overnight. It's still way out in the (c)_______ Ocean and has a long way to go before it hits land, but the future track  shows that it will grow from a tropical storm to a hurricane in the next (d)_______ hours or so. Over the weekend it could become a major hurricane, that's a category (e)_______. We’ll definitely keep an (f)_______ on that. And there's a large cluster of thunderstorms developing in the western Caribbean this morning. That's going to move into the Gulf of Mexico in the next 48 hours. That might be good news for the southern part of (g)_______ because of the long drought they've been having. We're going to monitor that situation. Let's hope that cluster doesn't get too big or too strong before it makes landfall along the coast.  

•tropical storm = 熱帯性低気圧            
•way out (in A)= (Aの)はるか向こうに
•hurricane = ハリケーン                
•or so = ~かそこらで, ~くらい
•category  = (ハリケーンの)レベル  
•cluster of 〜s = 一群の〜, 一団の〜
•drought = 旱魃
•monitor A = Aを監視する
•make landfall = 上陸するc
•tutoring = 個別指導

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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The following is a weather report.

 

All right, now let’s take a look at what's developing with these (a)storms. Tropical Storm Katia got (b)stronger overnight. It's still way out in the (c)Atlantic Ocean and has a long way to go before it hits land, but the future track  shows that it will grow from a tropical storm to a hurricane in the next (d)48 hours or so. Over the weekend it could become a major hurricane, that's a category (e)3. We’ll definitely keep an (f)eye on that. And there's a large cluster of thunderstorms developing in the western Caribbean this morning. That's going to move into the Gulf of Mexico in the next 48 hours. That might be good news for the southern part of (g)Texas because of the long drought they've been having. We're going to monitor that situation. Let's hope that cluster doesn't get too big or too strong before it makes landfall along the coast.

LC0625

Listen Carefully 0625

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

A librarian is explaining the rules.

 

       Here's your library card. You may check out as many books, CDs, and DVDs as you like, but they must be returned within (a)_______ weeks. If you'd like to keep an item for longer than two weeks, you must (b)_______ it in and check it out again. You can do so only if there is no one on the (c)_______ list for that particular item. Please note the due dates. We no longer charge for overdue books, but fines still apply to other items. CDs and DVDs carry a fine of (d)_______ per day if overdue. If any item is over (e)_______ days late, you may be billed for the replacement cost and temporarily lose your borrowing privileges. Also, anyone with a library card may use the meeting rooms on the first and (f)_______ floors. These rooms are great for studying, tutoring, or small group projects. Each includes tables and chairs, a (g)_______, and Wi-Fi. Please call us or stop by the front desk to reserve a room. We're always here to help you get the most out of your library experience.

•check A out / check out A = Aを借りる            
•due date = 返却日               
•fine = 罰金
•overdue = 返却期限の過ぎた
•be billed = 請求される
•replacement cost = 再調達原価
•privileges = 利用権
•tutoring = 個別指導

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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A librarian is explaining the rules.

 

       Here's your library card. You may check out as many books, CDs, and DVDs as you like, but they must be returned within (a)two weeks. If you'd like to keep an item for longer than two weeks, you must (b)bring it in and check it out again. You can do so only if there is no one on the (c)waiting list for that particular item. Please note the due dates. We no longer charge for overdue books, but fines still apply to other items. CDs and DVDs carry a fine of (d)$1 per day if overdue. If any item is over (e)30 days late, you may be billed for the replacement cost and temporarily lose your borrowing privileges. Also, anyone with a library card may use the meeting rooms on the first and (f)second floors. These rooms are great for studying, tutoring, or small group projects. Each includes tables and chairs, a (g)whiteboard, and Wi-Fi. Please call us or stop by the front desk to reserve a room. We're always here to help you get the most out of your library experience.

LC0525

Listen Carefully 0525

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is a message on a company’s answering machine.

 

        Good afternoon, and thank you for calling Keystone Tech Solutions. You have reached our (a)_______ offices in downtown Springfield. We're sorry that no one from our (b)_______ is available to take your call right now as all of our representatives are currently helping other clients. Please (c)_______a detailed message after the tone, including your full name and phone number with area code as well as the (d)_______  you're calling. We will return your call within one business day. If you prefer, you can call back anytime during our regular (e)_______ hours, which are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to (f)_______ p.m. on Saturdays. For urgent technical support, please press the pound key twice to reach our emergency line. Thank you for your patience and for choosing Keystone Tech Solutions. We look (g)_______ to speaking with you soon.  

•available to do = 〜することができる            
•representative = 代理人, セールスマン               
•client = 顧客, 依頼人, 相談者
•area code = 市外局番
•business day = 営業日
•urgent = 緊急の
•the pound key = シャープ記号
•patience = 辛抱

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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The following is a message on a company’s answering machine.

 

        Good afternoon, and thank you for calling Keystone Tech Solutions. You have reached our (a)main offices in downtown Springfield. We're sorry that no one from our (b)team is available to take your call right now as all of our representatives are currently helping other clients. Please (c)leave a detailed message after the tone, including your full name and phone number with area code as well as the (d)reason  you're calling. We will return your call within one business day. If you prefer, you can call back anytime during our regular (e)office hours, which are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to (f)5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. For urgent technical support, please press the pound key twice to reach our emergency line. Thank you for your patience and for choosing Keystone Tech Solutions. We look (g)forward to speaking with you soon.

LC0425

Listen Carefully 0425

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is a teacher’s announcement to her students at the end of class.

 

        Before you leave, I want to remind you all that your midterm (a)_______ is coming up. It's (b)_______ weeks from today. That seems like a long time from now, but I suggest you start reviewing now. Do not (c)_______ until the last minute! The exam will cover all of the material we have studied so far, including all (d)_______, lectures and reading material. There will be multiple-choice questions, short answers, and one essay (e)_______. This test counts for 25 percent of your final grade, so don't take it lightly. I suggest you create a study (f)_______ that includes time for you to review a little bit each day rather than cramming the night before.  And if you miss the test, you had better have a (g)_______ doctor's excuse, or you will not be allowed to make up the exam. There will be no exceptions to this policy. I want you all to pass, so please start preparing now. That’s all for today.  See you on Monday.  
 

•midterm = 中間の、中期の
•suggest (that) someone (should) do
           = 人に~をすることを提案する                
•the last minute = 最後, いよいよという時
•cover A = Aを含む
•multiple choice question = 選択問題
•cram (for a test) = 詰め込み勉強をする
•had better do = ~しないと困ったことになる
•make up an exam = 追試を受ける
•no exceptions = 例外はありません

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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The following is a teacher’s announcement to her students at the end of class.

 

        Before you leave, I want to remind you all that your midterm (a)exam is coming up. It's (b)three weeks from today. That seems like a long time from now, but I suggest you start reviewing now. Do not (c)wait until the last minute! The exam will cover all of the material we have studied so far, including all (d)videos, lectures and reading material. There will be multiple-choice questions, short answers, and one essay (e)question. This test counts for 25 percent of your final grade, so don't take it lightly. I suggest you create a study (f)schedule that includes time for you to review a little bit each day rather than cramming the night before.  And if you miss the test, you had better have a (g)written doctor's excuse, or you will not be allowed to make up the exam. There will be no exceptions to this policy. I want you all to pass, so please start preparing now. That’s all for today.  See you on Monday.  

LC0325

Listen Carefully 0325

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is an announcement heard at an aquarium.

 

      Welcome to Wondrous Ocean World! We're excited to have you join us today for an unforgettable (a)_______ adventure.  There are lots of things to see and do today! In just 15 minutes, our penguin feeding demonstration will begin in the Antarctic Zone on Level 1. Our experts will share interesting facts about these amazing birds while you watch them (b)_______ and play. And don't miss our newest exhibit, "Mysteries of the Deep,” which features rarely seen creatures from the ocean floor, including the giant Pacific (c)_______ and several species of bioluminescent fish — fish that glow in the (d)_______. This exhibit is located on Level 2. For those interested in a hands-on experience, the Touch Pool on Level 3 is open until (e)_______ today. Feel the texture of starfish and learn about other creatures that live in tide pools. Please remember that flash photography is not allowed in the darkened exhibits, and please refrain from tapping on the (f)_______, as this can stress our aquatic friends. WOW Cafe is open all day, serving drinks and snacks with a beautiful view of the (g)_______. Thank you for visiting and supporting our ocean conservation efforts!

•demonstration = 実演           

•Antarctic = 南極の
•exhibit = 展示

•feature = 特集する
•creature = 生き物

•species = (生物) 種
•hands-on experience = 触れ合い体験
•texture = 触感
•tide[tidal] pool = 潮だまり    
•refrain from doing = ~を遠慮する
•conservation = 保全

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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The following is an announcement heard at an aquarium.

 

            Welcome to Wondrous Ocean World! We're excited to have you join us today for an unforgettable (a)underwater adventure.  There are lots of things to see and do today! In just 15 minutes, our penguin feeding demonstration will begin in the Antarctic Zone on Level 1. Our experts will share interesting facts about these amazing birds while you watch them (b)dive and play. And don't miss our newest exhibit, "Mysteries of the Deep,” which features rarely seen creatures from the ocean floor, including the giant Pacific (c)octopus and several species of bioluminescent fish — fish that glow in the (d)dark. This exhibit is located on Level 2. For those interested in a hands-on experience, the Touch Pool on Level 3 is open until (e)4:00 today. Feel the texture of starfish and learn about other creatures that live in tide pools. Please remember that flash photography is not allowed in the darkened exhibits, and please refrain from tapping on the (f)glass, as this can stress our aquatic friends. WOW Cafe is open all day, serving drinks and snacks with a beautiful view of the (g)bay. Thank you for visiting and supporting our ocean conservation efforts!

LC0225

Listen Carefully 0225

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is an announcement heard at a department store.

 

      Attention Carter’s shoppers! For the next (a)_______ hours only, we're offering incredible savings throughout the store during our February Flash Sale.
  Take an additional
(b)_______% off all clearance items in our home goods department, including premium bedding, bath (c)_______, and home decor.
  Don't miss our buy-one-get-one-half-off deal on all regular-priced
(d)_______ and handbags on the second floor.
  Parents, get an early start on back-to-school shopping with unbeatable deals in our children's department. All uniforms, backpacks, and
(e)_______ supplies are  25% off. Plus, if you spend $75 or more, you’ll receive a $15 gift card to use on your next visit.
    Visit our newly renovated beauty counter for complimentary mini-makeovers and fragrance
(f)_______ from top designers. Our trained beauty consultants are ready to help you find your perfect match.
    As always, Carter’s credit card holders get an extra 5% off these already amazing deals. But hurry! All deals end at
(g)_______! Thank you for shopping with us!

 

•throughout A = Aの至る所に= all through  A
•clearance item(s) = 在庫一掃商品
•premium = 高級な、高品質の
•home decor = インテリア雑貨    
•newly renovated = 最近リフォームされた
•complimentary = 無料の = free
•mini-makeover = 目、眉、唇などの1部分のメイクアップカウンセリング
•beauty consultant = ビューティーアドバイザー

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

Listen Carefully - page 8
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The following is an announcement heard at a department store.

 

      Attention Carter’s shoppers! For the next (a) two hours only, we're offering incredible savings throughout the store during our February Flash Sale.
  Take an additional
(b) 40 % off all clearance items in our home goods department, including premium bedding, bath (c) towels, and home decor.
  Don't miss our buy-one-get-one-half-off deal on all regular-priced
(d) shoes and handbags on the second floor.
  Parents, get an early start on back-to-school shopping with unbeatable deals in our children's department. All uniforms, backpacks, and
(e) school supplies are  25% off. Plus, if you spend $75 or more, you’ll receive a $15 gift card to use on your next visit.
    Visit our newly renovated beauty counter for complimentary mini-makeovers and fragrance
(f) samples from top designers. Our trained beauty consultants are ready to help you find your perfect match.
    As always, Carter’s credit card holders get an extra 5% off these already amazing deals. But hurry! All deals end at
(g) 5:00! Thank you for shopping with us!

Listen Carefully 0125

Step1: Read the article as it is.

    空欄のままで読んでください。

   

The following is a news report.

 

     Health officials confirmed Monday that the popular downtown restaurant, Joe's Burgers, is the source of the food-borne illness outbreak that has sickened at least (a)_______ people in the past week. The county health department began investigating after multiple customers reported symptoms after (b)______ at the restaurant. Salmonella bacteria was found in the kitchen’s (c)_______ preparation area.

     "We are taking this situation very (d)_______," said Dr. Hillary Reed, the county health director. "Our team is working closely with the management of the  restaurant to identify the source of the bacteria and  (e)_______ further infections." 
    Joe's Burgers has voluntarily closed for deep
(f)_______ and sanitization. The restaurant's owner, Joe Nader, expressed regret and promised to cooperate fully with health investigators.  

     Everyone who ate at Joe’s Burger between January 5 and 9 is advised to monitor their health and contact their healthcare provider if they experience symptoms such as (g)_______, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps.
 

•food-borne illness = 食中毒, 食べ物に起因する病気  

•outbreak = 発生, 大流行 

•symptom = 症状  

•Salmonella bacteria = サルモネラ細菌  

•voluntarily = 自主的に    

•sanitization = 衛生化
•express regret = 遺憾の意を表明する

•diarrhea = 下痢

•abdominal cramps = 腹部のけいれん

Step 2: Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks with the words you hear.

オーディオを聞いて、空欄に入る語句を考えましょう。

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The following is a news report.

 

     Health officials confirmed Monday that the popular downtown restaurant, Joe's Burgers, is the source of the food-borne illness outbreak that has sickened at least (a)27 people in the past week. The county health department began investigating after multiple customers reported symptoms after (b)dining at the restaurant. Salmonella bacteria was found in the kitchen’s (c)chicken preparation area.

     "We are taking this situation very (d)seriously," said Dr. Hillary Reed, the county health director. "Our team is working closely with the management of the  restaurant to identify the source of the bacteria and  (e)prevent further infections." 
    Joe's Burgers has voluntarily closed for deep
(f)cleaning and sanitization. The restaurant's owner, Joe Nader, expressed regret and promised to cooperate fully with health investigators.  

     Everyone who ate at Joe’s Burger between January 5 and 9 is advised to monitor their health and contact their healthcare provider if they experience symptoms such as (g)_______, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps.

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