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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。
- Which do you prefer watching, drama or comedy series?
- Do you have a favorite actor or actress?
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。
- series /SEER-eez /
- role /rohl/
- recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/
- limited /LIM-i-tid/
- membership /MEM-ber-ship/
[noun] – a set of related television or radio programs
I watched an exciting series about space exploration last week.
[noun] – the function or part played by a person in a situation or in a performance
His role in the project was to lead the research team.
[verb] – to acknowledge or celebrate
The teacher recognized his efforts in completing the project.
[adjective] – something that is restricted or constrained in terms of quantity, time, or scope
The store is offering a limited edition of the sneakers.
[noun] – the state of being a member of a group or organization
She bought a membership to the local gym for a year.
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 Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday, January 5, 2025, honored the FX series “Shogun” as the best drama television series of the year. Set in imperial Japan, the series explores political strategies and personal rivalries. It won four awards, including best acting awards for Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada, both first-time winners. Sanada, who played Lord Yoshii Toranaga, thanked those who helped his career and encouraged young talents to stay persistent. Tadanobu Asano, also a first-time winner, won best supporting male actor for his role as Kashigi Yabushige, the Lord of Izu. In the comedy category, the Max series “Hacks” won best comedy series. Jean Smart won best female actor in a comedy for playing Deborah Vance, a strong and complex character. The ceremony also recognized other achievements. Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer” won best limited series or anthology, with Richard Gadd praised for playing a stalking victim. Jessica Gunning won best female supporting actor for portraying a stalker, while Colin Farrell won best male actor for his role in Max’s “The Penguin.” The event also highlighted changes to the Golden Globes, including expanded membership and a focus on inclusivity.
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 Golden Globe Awards were held on January 5, 2025.
- “Shogun” won the award for best comedy television series.
- Hiroyuki Sanada won the best male actor award for his role in “Shogun.”
- Tadanobu Asano won best supporting female actor.
- The Golden Globe Awards ceremony did not recognize any new changes this year.
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。
| series | role | recognize | limited | membership |
- His __________ in the club gives him access to special events.
- She loves watching a __________ of cooking shows on weekends.
- Due to __________ resources, the project had to be completed within a short timeframe.
- The company __________ the employee’s dedication with a special ceremony.
- She has an important __________ in the school play.