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Yesterday was the first day of school for many children in central Japan. It must have been very exciting, especially for the first-year children in elementary school and junior high school. They went into their new schools and met their classmates for the first time. This usually happens at the beginning of April, but because of the COVID-19 emergency, schools were closed until now. The parents of all the schoolchildren are also excited because their children can get out of the house. Being together as a family 24 hours a day can make everyone uncomfortable. (by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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Notes
new year’s resolution 新年の決意;
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One-third of Americans made resolutions for 2020. They want to
(1) exercise more,
(2) save money,
(3) eat more healthily, and
(4) lose weight.
Australians make similar resolutions, but they want to travel more. Some French people want to listen more carefully to their husband or wife, look for a new job, or read at least one book a month. According to a Japanese list, people want to stay healthy, but they also want to enjoy their life and avoid doing what they dislike. (by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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