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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。
- Did any animated movies that became very popular get watched recently?
- Was any information about movie awards, such as the Oscars, learned before?
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。
- noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/
[adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed
The museum had a noteworthy painting near the main door. - influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/
[adjective] – having a lot of influence or power
The influential teacher helped many students choose good goals. - impressive /im-PRES-iv/
[adjective] – making someone feel admiration or respect
The singer gave an impressive show at the hall. - prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/
[adjective] – very well-known or important
The town has a prominent leader who helps everyone. - substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/
[adjective] – large in amount or importance
The project needed a substantial budget to start work.
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。
“KPop Demon Hunters” became a major subject in global entertainment after confirmation of its eligibility for the Best Animated Feature award at the 98th Oscars. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released the announcement on Friday and listed 35 animated films that met the rules for screening. The movie finished its required run in June in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The development drew attention because the film reached well over 541 million hours viewed on Netflix, making it one of the top titles of the year and creating a noteworthy and influential presence in the industry.
Analysts shared that the movie gained an impressive standing during award season. Experts added that the soundtrack helped the artistic quality of the film. Estimates showed that August screenings earned about $18 million, and reports indicated that the film could reach higher numbers if streaming data became public. Expectations also increased for a song nomination. The Academy will release the final list on January 22, and the Oscars will take place on March 15, marking a prominent and substantial moment for the project.
Analysts shared that the movie gained an impressive standing during award season. Experts added that the soundtrack helped the artistic quality of the film. Estimates showed that August screenings earned about $18 million, and reports indicated that the film could reach higher numbers if streaming data became public. Expectations also increased for a song nomination. The Academy will release the final list on January 22, and the Oscars will take place on March 15, marking a prominent and substantial moment for the project.
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 movie became eligible for the Best Animated Feature award.
- The Academy announced only ten animated films for the category.
- The movie completed its required screenings in June in three U.S. cities.
- The film had fewer than 200 million hours viewed on Netflix.
- Experts stated that the movie gained a weak position during award season.
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。
| noteworthy | influential | impressive | prominent | substantial |
- The group made a ______ change to the plan.
- Her ______ win made the whole school very happy.
- The ______ writer changed ideas in the small town.
- The tall building looked ______ in the bright sun.
- A ______ actor visited the school for a short talk.