Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- sector /SEk-ter /
- restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhn/
- go into /goh in-too/
- interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/
- live stream /LAHYV streem/
[noun] – a part of society that can be separated from other parts because of its own special character
The private sector, by contrast, has plenty of money to spend.
[noun] – an official limit on something
The park is open to the public without restriction.
[verb phrase ] – to start an activity, or start to be in a particular state or condition
She wants to go into teaching.
[noun] – an occasion when two or more people or things communicate with or react to each other
There’s not enough interaction between the management and the workers.
[noun] – a broadcast of the video and sound of an event over the internet as it happens
You can watch a live stream of the event from our website.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
Caroline Burgess-Pike enjoys attending music festivals. She usually goes to two a year, including Glastonbury, the granddaddy of them all. This year, the Kent PR director decided to attend Glastonbury Live. She believes that live streaming is an excellent approach to bridge the gap when in-person live events are canceled. They’re ideal for families with little children who might find it difficult to attend a festival. She claims that live streaming was critical during the Covid pandemic in supporting the live music and event sector at such a trying time.
Sam Divine, a natural performer with a strong passion to perform music for people all around the world, DJed at the Defected Virtual Festival, which took place in a London megaclub – without a crowd – before all the restrictions went into effect. She said that being alone in the Ministry of Sound with only the tech people, lighting guys, and a few dancers was strange, but that there was something special about it as well.
The restriction meant Sam had to DJ in her living room just days after the event. She tried out a few different streaming services before settling on Twitch, which allowed for some fan interaction. She said that the number of people in one chat room watching their favorite DJs [during live streams] was insane. The community joined together and supported each other from all around the world. Sam described it as “wonderful” and stated that he would not be turning off the streaming once the Covid restrictions were lifted.
Sam Divine, a natural performer with a strong passion to perform music for people all around the world, DJed at the Defected Virtual Festival, which took place in a London megaclub – without a crowd – before all the restrictions went into effect. She said that being alone in the Ministry of Sound with only the tech people, lighting guys, and a few dancers was strange, but that there was something special about it as well.
The restriction meant Sam had to DJ in her living room just days after the event. She tried out a few different streaming services before settling on Twitch, which allowed for some fan interaction. She said that the number of people in one chat room watching their favorite DJs [during live streams] was insane. The community joined together and supported each other from all around the world. Sam described it as “wonderful” and stated that he would not be turning off the streaming once the Covid restrictions were lifted.
Discussion Questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you already gone to a music festival?
- Do you know someone who is a DJ? Could you tell me about him/her?
- If you were a DJ, would you also join a platform like Twitch?
- Do you agree with Sam’s idea that there is something special about a virtual music festival?
- In your opinion, would this type of activity still exist if Covid restrictions were lifted? Why do you think so?
Summarization
Please summarize the whole article using your own words and expressions. You will have one minute to prepare before you answer.
Describe:
Please explain the definition of each word listed below based on your understanding. You can provide example sentences if needed.
- critical
- crowd
- tech people
- chat room
- lift