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。
- Which of the following teams do you think is the most successful in NBA history: the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers, or the Chicago Bulls?
- Do you believe strong NBA teams use strategies to win games?
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。
- championship /CHAM-pee-uhn-ship/
- season /SEE-zuhn /
- player /PLEY-er/
- win /win/
- opening /OH-puh-ning/
[noun] – a competition to find the best team or player in a sport
The team won the championship last year.
[noun] – a period in which a particular activity occurs
This sport has a short season in the winter.
[noun] – a person who plays a sport or game
The best player on the team scored three goals.
[noun] – a victory in a game or competition
The team’s first win was very exciting for everyone.
[adjective] – relating to the beginning or start of something
The opening scene of the movie was very exciting.
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。
The Boston Celtics have confirmed their strong position in the National Basketball Association (NBA) after winning the championship last season. Coach Joe Mazzulla led the team to victory, mainly due to the outstanding performance of player Jayson Tatum. Tatum has significantly impacted the Celtics, achieving 334 wins in his first six seasons and earning five All-Star appearances and an Olympic gold medal. Despite these achievements, winning an NBA championship remained elusive until last season. The Celtics will begin their pursuit of a 19th title on Tuesday night in Boston, facing the New York Knicks in the opening game of the NBA’s 79th season. As the Boston Celtics aim to defend their title, other teams have strengthened their rosters to create intense competition. The New York Knicks have made key additions, including players Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Philadelphia 76ers have improved by acquiring Paul George. Rising teams, like the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Orlando Magic, are expected to challenge the Celtics. This season promises fierce competition as teams work to dethrone the Celtics, who remain focused on maintaining their championship title.
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 Boston Celtics won the championship last season.
- Coach Joe Mazzulla is new to the team.
- Jayson Tatum is a well-known player for the Celtics.
- The Celtics have achieved 334 wins in the last three seasons.
- The Celtics will start their season against the New York Knicks.
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。
| championship | season | player | win | opening |
- They planned an ______ event for the new store.
- She was excited to participate in the swimming ______ held in her city.
- The basketball ______ starts in October and ends in April.
- Each ______ needs to wear a uniform during games.
- She celebrated her big ______ in the tournament.