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＜ストーリー＞

John Williams, a seasoned professional in the IT industry, has been working in this company for over 15 years.

His expertise in software development and project management makes him a valuable asset to our team.

Having faced various challenges throughout his career, John's tested approach to problem-solving and decision-making sets him apart.

His veteran insights contribute significantly to the success of the projects he leads.

Overall, John's seasoned experience makes him a reliable and respected member of this company.

Questions:

1. How many years has John been working for the company?
2. In what areas does John possess seasoned expertise?
3. How do John's veteran insights contribute to project success?

Answers:

1. For fifteen years.
2. He has expertise in software development and project management.
3. His approach to problem-solving and decision-making set him apart.

Episode ＃34 の 表現と例文

★chop up

The phrasal verb "chop up" means to cut something into smaller pieces, usually using a chopping or cutting motion.

：句動詞の "chop up "は、通常、刻む動作や切る動作を用いて何かを細かく切ることを意味します。

＜例文＞

1. Sarah chopped up some vegetables to make a stir-fry for dinner.
2. Last year I cut down a dead tree in my yard and chopped it up into firewood.

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【リスニング問題に挑戦！】

日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。

まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！

＜ストーリー＞

While on a hiking trip, Natalie realized she had lost her way in the dense forest.

Panicking, she decided to retrace her steps to find the correct path back to the campsite.

As she carefully retraced her route, memories of the landmarks she had passed earlier started to come back to her.

Eventually, she successfully retraced her entire journey and reached the campsite just before sunset.

Relieved, she learned the importance of paying attention to the surroundings while exploring unfamiliar places.

Little did he know that his actions would eventually catch up with him, leading to unexpected consequences.

Questions:

1. What made Natalie panic during her hiking trip?
2. What helped Natalie recall the correct path while retracing her route?
3. What did Natalie learn from the experience of retracing her journey in the forest?

Answers:

1. She realized that she had lost her way.
2. Memories of the landmarks she’d passed earlier.
3. The importance of paying attention to the surroundings while exploring unfamiliar places.

Episode ＃33 の 表現と例文

★pick apart

The phrasal verb "pick apart" means to analyze or examine something in great detail, often with the intention of criticizing or finding flaws.

：句動詞の "pick apart "は、何かを詳細に分析したり調べたりすることを意味し、多くの場合、批判したり欠点を見つけたりすることを意図しています。

＜例文＞

1. The editor's job is to pick apart manuscripts, identifying any weak arguments or logical fallacies before publication.
2. In literature class, we picked the poem apart line by line, discussing the author's use of imagery and symbolism.

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】

日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。

まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！

＜ストーリー＞

Phillip, a high school student, always followed the rules and completed his assignments on time.

However, one day, he decided to try something different.

During a surprise test, he discreetly glanced at his neighbor's answers, hoping to get away with it unnoticed.

Surprisingly, he managed to finish the test without getting caught by the teacher.

Feeling a mix of guilt and relief, Phillip wondered if he could get away with such behavior again.

As the semester passed, he continued to use this tactic during all of his exams, gradually gaining confidence in his ability to get away with cheating.

Little did he know that his actions would eventually catch up with him, leading to unexpected consequences.

Questions:

1. What was Phillip’s usual behavior in school?
2. How did Phillip feel after he got away with cheating the first time?
3. Did Phillip cheat on his exams again?

Answers:

1. He always followed the rules and completed his assignments on time.
2. He felt a mix of guilt and relief.
3. Yes, he cheated on all of his exams.

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】

日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。

まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！

＜ストーリー＞

After a challenging day at work, Maria needed some time to settle down.

She found a quiet corner in her living room, took a few deep breaths, and closed her eyes.

As she focused on calming thoughts, the tension began to ease, and a sense of peace came over her.

The process of settling down allowed Maria to reflect on the day and regain a positive outlook for the week ahead.

Questions:

1. Why did Maria need to settle down?
2. Where did Maria go to settle down?
3. What was the result of Maria settling down her emotions?

Answers:

1. She had a challenging day at work.
2. A quiet corner of her living room.
3. Her tension began to ease and a sense of peace came over her.

Episode ＃32 の 表現と例文

★burn up

The phrasal verb "burn up" has several meanings, but the most common interpretation is to consume something completely by fire or heat. While the verb “burn” usually has the meaning of doing damage to something, “burn up” always means that the object burning has been destroyed or no longer exists.

：句動詞の“burn up”にはいくつかの意味がありますが、最も一般的な解釈としては、火や熱によって何かを完全に焼き尽くすというものがあります。 動詞 "burn "は通常、何かにダメージを与えるという意味を持ちますが、"burn up "は、常に、燃えている対象が破壊された、又はもう存在しないということを意味します。

＜例文＞

1. The forest fire burned up everything in its path, leaving behind a charred landscape.
2. She accidentally left her papers too close to the candle, and they burned up before she could save them.

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】

日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。

まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！

＜ストーリー＞

In the heart of London, there is a vibrant neighborhood filled with lively colors and bustling activity.

The rows of market stalls display a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and handmade crafts.

People from diverse backgrounds gather in a local park, creating a lively atmosphere.

The passionate energy of the community is reflected in the lively conversations and laughter that fill the air.

Overall, this vibrant neighborhood is a lively and dynamic place that appeals to locals, and attracts tourists from all over the world.

Questions:

1. What kind of stalls can be found in the vibrant market?
2. What is reflected in the lively conversations?
3. Who does the vibrant neighborhood appeal to?

Answers:

1. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and handmade crafts.
2. The passionate energy of the community.
3. Locals, as well as tourists from around the world.