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 ever attended or heard about a wedding that was particularly extravagant?
- What might be the significance of a wedding ceremony that involves blessings from global leaders and celebrities?
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。
- wedding /WED-ing /
- celebration /sel-uh-BRAY-shuhn /
- Mumbai /MUHM-bye /
- groom /groom /
- bride /bride /
[noun] – a marriage ceremony and the festivities associated with it
They attended a beautiful wedding ceremony in a church in the countryside.
[noun] – a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark an event
The town held a big celebration for its anniversary.
[noun] – a city in India, known for its bustling culture and entertainment industry
Mumbai is famous for Bollywood movies.
[noun] – the male partner in a marriage ceremony
The groom wore a traditional suit for the wedding.
[noun] – the female partner in a marriage ceremony
The bride carried a bouquet of roses down the aisle.
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。
Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son recently celebrated his wedding with his longtime girlfriend at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention Centre, owned by the Ambani family. The festivities began Friday evening and continued into the early hours of the next day. A traditional blessing ceremony allowed guests to extend good wishes to the newly married couple. The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who highlighted its social and political significance during a reception on Saturday evening. Notable guests included global leaders like former British Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson, alongside U.S. climate envoy John Kerry. Celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, John Cena, Amitabh Bachchan, and Shah Rukh Khan added to the event’s glamour. Entertainment featured performances by Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, and Pitbull, making the celebration even more extraordinary. The Ambani family’s luxurious lifestyle is highlighted by their extravagant events and their renowned 27-story mansion in Mumbai, symbolizing their wealth and status. Anant Ambani, the groom, leads the family’s move into renewable energy, while Radhika Merchant, the bride, serves as the marketing director at her father’s company, Encore Healthcare.
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。
- The wedding took place at a convention center owned by the Ambani family.
- The wedding festivities lasted for a whole week.
- Global leaders like Barack Obama attended the wedding.
- Radhika Merchant, the bride, is involved in the healthcare industry.
- The Ambani family is known for their modest lifestyle.
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。
wedding | celebration | Mumbai | groom | bride |
- The bride’s family organized a beautiful reception after the ______.
- Fireworks are often part of the New Year ______.
- The ______ looked stunning at her wedding.
- Many people visit ______ to experience its vibrant nightlife.
- The ______ looked nervous but happy during the ceremony.