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Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。
- Have you watched movies about Deadpool or Wolverine?
- Do you like watching these kinds of movies?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。
- director /dih-REK-ter/
- fan /fan/
- style /stile/
- moviegoer /MOO-vee-gow-ur/
- hit /hit/
[noun] – a person who is in charge of making a film or movie
The film director gave the actors specific instructions on how to deliver their lines.
[noun] – a person who admires and supports a particular person, team, etc.
John is a big fan of superhero movies and collects action figures.
[noun] – a particular way of doing or presenting something
The fashion designer has a unique style that sets her apart from others.
[noun] – a person who regularly goes to see movies at a cinema
As a moviegoer, Emily enjoys watching films on the big screen rather than at home.
[noun] – a successful or popular thing, especially a song, film, or play
The new album by the band became an instant hit, topping the charts within days of its release.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Famous director Shawn Levy, who is known for his work on “Stranger Things,” is now in charge of a new movie called “Deadpool & Wolverine.” This is making a lot of fans very excited. In this movie, Ryan Reynolds plays Deadpool (Wade Wilson) and Hugh Jackman plays Wolverine, and it is their first time joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The movie is coming out in July, and people cannot wait to see it. In “Deadpool & Wolverine,” Reynolds and Jackman are teaming up as these two famous characters for the first time since “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” Levy, who started directing in 2022, is making sure the movie keeps the funny style that fans love about Deadpool. He is good friends with Jackman and Reynolds, which makes the atmosphere on set really fun, and they can try out new ideas to make the movie unforgettable. Levy believes moviegoers do not need to know all Marvel stories to enjoy this one. Despite filming issues, he thinks they improved the movie. He predicts “Deadpool & Wolverine” could be a big hit, akin to “Joker,” and expects audiences to love it.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- Ryan Reynolds plays Deadpool in the movie.
- Levy is not known for his work on “Stranger Things.”
- Levy is not friends with Jackman and Reynolds.
- Levy believes moviegoers need to know all Marvel stories to enjoy “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
- Levy predicts that “Deadpool & Wolverine” could be a big hit.
Fill in the blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table, then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| director | fan | style | moviegoer | hit |
- The comedian’s jokes were a ______ with the audience, eliciting laughter throughout the entire show.
- As the ______ of the movie, Sarah had to make important decisions about the set design.
- She became a ______ of classical music after attending a concert with her grandmother.
- His writing ______ is clear and concise, making it easy for readers to understand complex topics.
- The theater offers discounts for ______ who attend matinee showings.