🎧 Audio
📖 Script
Samar and Abdulrahman are a couple living in Gaza, an area that has faced many challenges due to ongoing conflicts. They were eagerly preparing to welcome their new baby into the world. They had gathered everything they needed, such as clothes, blankets, and other essential items for their newborn. However, their plans were unexpectedly disrupted by heavy rains, which caused their temporary tent to flood.
The situation in Gaza is difficult for many families like Samar and Abdulrahman. Due to the conflict, many people have lost their homes and are forced to live in temporary shelters. These shelters often lack basic facilities and are not well-equipped to handle severe weather conditions. For Samar and Abdulrahman, the rain brought additional hardships as they struggled to keep their belongings dry and prepare for their baby’s arrival.
Despite these challenges, the couple remains hopeful. They are determined to provide the best possible start for their baby, even under these tough circumstances. Samar and Abdulrahman represent the resilience of many families in Gaza who continue to push through adversity. They rely on support from international aid organizations, which provide essential supplies and assistance to those in need.
The story of Samar and Abdulrahman highlights the broader issues faced by many people living in conflict zones. Natural disasters, like heavy rains, can exacerbate already difficult living conditions. It also underscores the importance of humanitarian aid and support for those affected by conflict and natural disasters. As the world watches, it is crucial to continue providing assistance to ensure families like Samar and Abdulrahman can meet their basic needs and look forward to a brighter future.
📝 Vocabulary
- conflict: a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one
例文: “The conflict in the region has lasted for several years.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- armed conflict
- conflict resolution
- internal conflict
紛争 - temporary: lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent
例文: “They are living in temporary shelters after the storm.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- temporary job
- temporary solution
- temporary accommodation
一時的な - resilience: the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness
例文: “The community showed great resilience after the disaster.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- emotional resilience
- resilience to stress
- build resilience
回復力 - humanitarian: concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare
例文: “Humanitarian aid is crucial for the affected regions.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- humanitarian aid
- humanitarian crisis
- humanitarian mission
人道的な - exacerbate: make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse
例文: “The heavy rains exacerbated the already poor living conditions.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- exacerbate symptoms
- exacerbate problems
- exacerbate tensions
悪化させる
✏️ Grammar Point
Past Continuous Tense – “They were eagerly preparing to welcome their new baby into the world.”
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💡 使用場面
過去に進行中だった出来事や行動を説明する際に使用されます。
📝 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
- True/False: Samar and Abdulrahman live in a permanent home in Gaza.
- MCQ: What disrupted Samar and Abdulrahman’s plans for their baby?
a) A family dispute
b) Heavy rains
c) Lack of supplies
d) An earthquake - MCQ: What do Samar and Abdulrahman rely on for support?
a) Local government
b) Family members
c) International aid organizations
d) Neighboring countries
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- b) Heavy rains
- c) International aid organizations
📚 Reading Questions
- What caused Samar and Abdulrahman’s tent to flood?
- Why do you think Samar and Abdulrahman remain hopeful despite their situation?
- What does “exacerbate” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- Heavy rains
- They remain hopeful because they are determined to provide the best start for their baby.
- Make worse
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
ガザ地区で暮らすサマーとアブドゥルラーマンの夫婦は、紛争による厳しい環境の中で新しい命を迎えようとしています。彼らの準備は豪雨により水浸しとなり、生活の困難は増しています。紛争地帯では、多くの家庭が仮設住居を余儀なくされ、基本的な生活環境の整備が不十分です。このような状況において、人道支援の重要性が増しています。国際的な支援が、彼らのような家族が必要な物資を得て、未来に希望を持つための鍵となります。日本も国際協力を通じて支援を強化し、平和的解決を目指すことが求められています。
