【トルコを駆け抜けるメソポタミ・アエクスプレス】最強の英語インプット講座 01/June/24

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まずは読んでみよう

The Mesopotamia Express, launched in April 2024, is a new train in Turkey that runs from Ankara to Diyarbakır. This 1,051-kilometer journey offers passengers a chance to see Turkey’s history and culture, taking 24 hours with stops at important historical sites. The train, which can carry up to 180 people, serves traditional Anatolian food. It travels through cities like Kayseri and Malatya, ending in Diyarbakır, known for its ancient Roman fortress. This train is part of Turkey’s plan to attract tourists to various regions, not just cities like Istanbul, by improving its train system.

理解度チェッククイズ

What is the main purpose of the Mesopotamia Express?
A) To provide faster travel between Ankara and Diyarbakır
B) To decrease tourism in Istanbul and Antalya
C) To enhance tourism across various regions in Turkey
D) To serve as a commuter train for local residents

How long does the journey on the Mesopotamia Express take?
A) 12 hours
B) 24 hours
C) 36 hours
D) 48 hours

What type of cuisine does the Mesopotamia Express offer?
A) Mediterranean cuisine
B) Modern European cuisine
C) Traditional Anatolian cuisine
D) Fast food

ピックアップ英単語を覚えよう

1. launch - 開始する

2. journey - 旅

3. passenger - 乗客

4. traditional - 伝統的な

5. historical - 歴史的な

6. ancient - 古代の

7. fortress - 要塞

8. attract - 引き付ける

9. region - 地域

10. improve - 改善する

日本語訳

「メソポタミア・エクスプレス」として2024年4月に発足したこの新しいトルコの列車は、アンカラからディヤルバクルまでの1,051キロメートルを走ります。この旅行では24時間かけてトルコの歴史や文化を垣間見ることができ、重要な歴史的サイトでの停車もあります。最大180人を収容できるこの列車は、伝統的なアナトリア料理を提供し、カイセリやマラティヤといった都市を通り、古代ローマの要塞で知られるディヤルバクルで旅を終えます。この列車は、イスタンブールなどの都市だけでなく、鉄道システムを改善することで様々な地域への観光客を引き付けるトルコの計画の一環です。

理解度チェッククイズの答え

What is the main purpose of the Mesopotamia Express?
Answer: C) To enhance tourism across various regions in Turkey

How long does the journey on the Mesopotamia Express take?
Answer: B) 24 hours

What type of cuisine does the Mesopotamia Express offer?
Answer: C) Traditional Anatolian cuisine

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まずは読んでみよう

The Mesopotamia Express is Turkey's latest addition to its expanding railway network, designed to boost tourism across the nation. Launched in April 2024, this new train line travels from Ankara to Diyarbakır, covering 1,051 kilometers and connecting travelers to the rich historical and cultural tapestry of central Anatolia. The journey takes 24 hours and includes several stops where passengers can explore significant sites.

Each train accommodates up to 180 passengers and offers a dining experience featuring traditional Anatolian cuisine. The route passes through remarkable landscapes and key historical cities, starting with Kayseri, known for its proximity to Mount Erciyes and the gateway to Cappadocia. The journey continues to Malatya, renowned for its apricot festival and pivotal location in East-West trade routes. Subsequent stops include Elazig, where visitors can delve into Turkey's expansive history at sites like Harput Castle and the Izzet Pasha Mosque.

The final destination is Diyarbakır, famed for its ancient Roman-built fortress and the Hevsel Gardens, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. This initiative is part of Turkey's broader strategy to decentralize tourism from major cities like Istanbul and Antalya, spreading it across 81 provinces by enhancing the railway infrastructure. The Mesopotamia Express aims to offer more than just travel, providing a deep dive into the cultural and historical essence of Turkey.

理解度チェッククイズ

What is the main purpose of the Mesopotamia Express?
A) To provide a high-speed connection between major cities
B) To decrease travel times across Turkey
C) To boost tourism across Turkey by connecting key historical sites
D) To exclusively transport goods across Turkey

Which city marks the starting point of the Mesopotamia Express journey?
A) Diyarbakır
B) Istanbul
C) Ankara
D) Antalya

What unique feature does the Mesopotamia Express offer to its passengers?
A) Sleeping compartments for long journeys
B) A dining car featuring traditional Anatolian cuisine
C) Entertainment systems in every seat
D) Guided tours at each stop

ここで覚えたい英単語を英英で

1. boost - To increase or improve something, such as pushing it upward or making it more intense or successful.

2. explore - To travel through an unknown area to learn about it or to examine something in detail.

3. landscape - The visible features of an area of land, including physical elements like mountains, hills, water bodies, as well as buildings and other structures.

4. renowned - Known or talked about by many people; famous for something.

5. pivotal - Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.

6. subsequent - Coming after something in time; following.

7. delve - To dig or laboriously search for information, literally or figuratively.

8. fortress - A military stronghold, especially a strongly fortified town fit for a large garrison.

9. decentralize - To distribute the administrative powers or functions of a central authority over a less concentrated area.

10. enhance - To intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

11. initiative - An act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something.

12. provinces - The areas outside the capital or the largest cities of a country, often with administrative or political significance.

理解度チェッククイズの答え

What is the primary focus of L'Aplec del Caragol?
Answer: B) Snail dishes

Where is L'Aplec del Caragol held?
Answer: C) Lleida

What cultural activities are featured at L'Aplec del Caragol?
Answer: B) Castellers and Sardana dance

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Turkey's new Mesopotamia Express takes visitors through the country's rich history（BBC）