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英語ニュース教材：Food bank supplier saved by ‘incredible’ donation（Intermediate レベル）

 

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🎧 Audio

📖 Script

A food bank supplier in Blackpool, England, has received an incredible donation that will help them provide 36,000 meals in 2026. This donation is vital because it comes at a time when many people are struggling to afford basic necessities like food. The supplier had been facing a financial crisis, which threatened their ability to continue supporting the community. However, thanks to emergency funding, they can now continue their operations and ensure that people in need receive essential meals.

Food banks play a crucial role in communities, especially during tough economic times. They provide a safety net for individuals and families who cannot afford enough food. In Blackpool, the demand for food bank services has been increasing, highlighting the ongoing economic challenges many people face. The recent donation will significantly impact the supplier’s ability to meet this growing need.

The donation was made possible through the efforts of local organizations and community members who understand the importance of supporting food banks. Their generosity ensures that the supplier can continue its mission to provide food security to those in need. The supplier’s staff and volunteers work tirelessly to distribute meals and support their community, showing the power of collective action in addressing social issues.

This situation in Blackpool is not unique, as many areas across the UK and the world face similar challenges. Economic instability, job losses, and rising living costs contribute to increased reliance on food banks. Donations and community support are essential to maintaining these services and helping those who are most vulnerable. As the world continues to navigate economic uncertainties, the role of food banks and community support becomes even more critical.

📝 Vocabulary

  • donation: a gift or contribution given to help a person or organization（寄付）
    例文: “The charity received a large donation from an anonymous benefactor.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • make a donation
    • receive a donation
    • generous donation
  • supplier: a person or organization that provides goods or services（供給者）
    例文: “The supplier delivers fresh produce to the store every morning.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • local supplier
    • reliable supplier
    • major supplier
  • crisis: a time of intense difficulty or danger（危機）
    例文: “The company faced a financial crisis after losing a major client.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • economic crisis
    • financial crisis
    • crisis management
  • community: a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common（コミュニティ）
    例文: “The community came together to support the local school.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • local community
    • community support
    • community center
  • essential: absolutely necessary or extremely important（必須の）
    例文: “Water is essential for all forms of life.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • essential services
    • essential items
    • essential role

✏️ Grammar Point

Future Simple Tense – “This donation is vital because it comes at a time when many people are struggling to afford basic necessities like food.”

文法の日本語補足を見る
未来の出来事や予測を述べるときに使用します

💡 使用場面

未来の出来事や予測を述べる際に使います。ビジネスや日常会話で、これから起こる予定の出来事を話すときに使います。

📝 使用例文

“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”

❓ Listening Questions

  1. True/False: The donation will help provide 36,000 meals during 2026.
  2. MCQ: What role do food banks play in communities?
    a) They provide jobs
    b) They offer educational programs
    c) They serve as a safety net for those in need
    d) They organize local events
  3. MCQ: What factors are contributing to the increased demand for food bank services?
    a) Decreased wages
    b) Economic instability and rising living costs
    c) Improved agricultural methods
    d) Increased local farming
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
  1. True
  2. c) They serve as a safety net for those in need
  3. b) Economic instability and rising living costs

📚 Reading Questions

  1. What will the emergency funding help the food bank supplier achieve?
  2. Why do you think the donation is considered “incredible”?
  3. What does the word “essential” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
  1. The emergency funding will help provide 36,000 meals.
  2. Because it allows the food bank to continue its important work despite financial difficulties.
  3. Absolutely necessary or extremely important

🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説

ブラックプールのフードバンク供給者が受けたこの寄付は、2026年に36,000食を提供する助けとなります。英国では経済不安定や生活費の上昇により、フードバンクの需要が増加しています。寄付は地元の組織やコミュニティのメンバーによって可能になり、このような支援が供給者の活動を継続させます。日本でも、経済状況の変化によりフードバンクの役割が重要視されています。将来的には、政府と民間の協力が重要になるでしょう。

Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp84e0xgygdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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