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。
- Do you know about the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry?
- Have you seen examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in 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。
- term /turm/
- replica /REP-li-kuh/
- fear /feer/
- studio /STOO-dee-ow/
- organization /awr-guh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn/
[noun] – refers to the specific conditions or clauses outlined in a contract
The terms of the agreement were not clear about how the image would be used.
[noun] – an exact copy of something
She bought a replica of the famous statue.
[noun] – an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous
He has a fear of spiders.
[noun] – a place where people create art, music, or film
The artist works in a bright, spacious studio.
[noun] – a group of people with a particular purpose or structure
The organization helps animals in need.
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。
California has introduced new laws to safeguard actors from being digitally recreated by artificial intelligence (AI). Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, the laws allow actors to cancel contracts if the terms regarding their voice or image used by AI are unclear. They also prevent the creation of digital replicas of deceased actors without their families’ consent. These laws address fears that studios could replace actors with AI and respond to a case where comedian George Carlin’s image was used without permission. The legislation has received strong support from organizations like SAG-AFTRA and the California Labor Federation, who stress the need to protect workers’ rights amid growing AI technology in the film industry. Governor Newsom emphasized the balance between protecting performers and supporting Hollywood’s growth. Critics are concerned about possible legal issues, but supporters view the laws as a sensible step toward regulating AI. California’s actions, following similar efforts in Tennessee, set a precedent in AI protections. Further regulations on deepfake videos and safety standards for AI are still being considered.
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。
- California has made new laws to protect actors from being digitally recreated by AI.
- The new laws allow actors to cancel contracts if their image is used without permission.
- The new laws were signed by President Biden.
- Actors’ families must give consent before people can make digital replicas of deceased actors.
- The laws address concerns about studios replacing actors with AI.
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。
| terms | replica | fear | studio | organization |
- They recorded the song in a famous music ______.
- Actors need to review the ______ carefully before signing the contract to avoid misunderstandings.
- Her ______ of the dark made her turn on the light.
- The museum has a ______ of an ancient artifact.
- She volunteers for a local charity ______.