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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。
- Do you enjoy watching theater performances or movies?
- Have you ever been inspired by a musician or actor?
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。
- remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/
- contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/
- performance /per-FAWR-muhns/
- highlight /HAHY-lahyt/
- tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/
[adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning
Her speech was remarkable and inspired everyone in the audience.
[noun] – something that you give or do to help achieve a goal or improve a situation
His contribution to the school project made it a success.
[noun] – the act of entertaining people by dancing, singing, acting, or playing music
The students practiced for weeks to deliver a flawless performance during the school talent show.
[verb] – to emphasize or make something easy to notice
The report highlights the need for more research.
[noun] – a belief, custom, or way of doing something that has existed for a long time
Decorating the Christmas tree is a family tradition.
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。
Cynthia Erivo has been named the 2025 Woman of the Year by Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals, one of the oldest theater groups in the world, established in 1844. The announcement, made on January 23, acknowledges her remarkable contributions to theater, television, and film. The award ceremony, planned for February 5, will include a celebratory roast and a performance of 101 Damnations, the group’s 176th production. Actor Jon Hamm, best known for his role in Mad Men, will receive the 2025 Man of the Year award on January 31. These awards aim to highlight extraordinary achievements in the performing arts and underline the cultural significance of creative work.
Erivo’s career demonstrates exceptional artistic talent and consistent excellence. She has won a Tony for her role in The Color Purple and a Grammy for its soundtrack. Her portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius: Aretha earned an Emmy nomination, showcasing her commitment to impactful storytelling. The Hasty Pudding Awards celebrate her influence in enriching the cultural landscape, continuing a tradition of honoring iconic artists.
Erivo’s career demonstrates exceptional artistic talent and consistent excellence. She has won a Tony for her role in The Color Purple and a Grammy for its soundtrack. Her portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius: Aretha earned an Emmy nomination, showcasing her commitment to impactful storytelling. The Hasty Pudding Awards celebrate her influence in enriching the cultural landscape, continuing a tradition of honoring iconic artists.
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。
- Cynthia Erivo has been named the 2025 Woman of the Year.
- The Hasty Pudding Theatricals was founded in 1944.
- Actor Jon Hamm will receive his award on February 5.
- The award ceremony will include a performance of 101 Damnations.
- Cynthia Erivo has won an Oscar for her role in The Color Purple.
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。
| remarkable | contributions | performance | highlights | traditions |
- It was ______ how the team solved the problem quickly.
- The band’s ______ at the festival was unforgettable.
- Teachers appreciate every ______ made by students in class.
- Families follow ______ to preserve their cultural heritage.
- The report ______ the need for more funding in education.