Robert Downey Jr. reveals return to Marvel as Doctor Doom at Comic-Con

admin 2024年8月3日

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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 follow news about Marvel movies?
Do you know who Robert Downey Jr. is?

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。

shock /shok/

[verb] – to make someone feel upset or surprised
The sudden announcement of the concert cancellation shocked the entire audience.

figure /FIG-yer/

[noun] – models, statues, or representations of characters or people
The museum displayed ancient figures carved from stone, each with intricate designs.

audience /AW-dee-uhns /

[noun] – the group of people together in one place to watch or listen to a play, film, someone speaking, etc.
The comedian had the audience laughing throughout the entire show.

performance /per-FAWR-muhns/

[noun] – an act of performing a play, show, or other form of entertainment; the execution of an action or task
He was nervous about his performance in the upcoming dance competition.

appearance /uh-PEER-uhns/

[noun] – the act of appearing or the way someone looks when they are seen
The actor made several appearances on talk shows to promote his new film.

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。

At San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, Robert Downey Jr. shocked fans by announcing he would return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. During the Hall H panel, he took off a mask to reveal he would play Doctor Doom, a well-known Marvel villain. Fans had been watching figures in similar masks, making Downey Jr.’s surprise even more exciting. He talked about how much he enjoys playing complex characters, which thrilled the audience. The Russo Brothers, who have directed Marvel films before, will direct the new movies “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.” They said they are still focused on making great movies, even with Downey Jr. taking on a new role. Another big news was the introduction of Galactus, a powerful cosmic villain, in “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” directed by Matt Shakman. The panel also had a fun performance with actors dressed as Deadpool to celebrate the success of “Deadpool and Wolverine,” which became the highest-grossing R-rated movie. Anthony Mackie talked about his role as Captain America in “Captain America: Brave New World,” and Harrison Ford and David Harbour made fun appearances. The Comic-Con panel was full of exciting updates and fun moments for Marvel fans.

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。

Galactus was introduced in “Avengers: Doomsday.”
The Russo Brothers will direct the new “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars” movies.
“Deadpool and Wolverine” was the lowest-grossing R-rated movie.
Robert Downey Jr. revealed his new role by taking off a mask at the panel.
Fans were not excited about Robert Downey Jr.’s announcement.

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。

shocked

figures

audience

performance

appearances

The __________ of the new play was praised for its dramatic intensity and emotional richness.
She was __________ to find out that her old friend had moved away without telling her.
She collected action __________ of her favorite superheroes and displayed them on a shelf.
Her sudden __________ at the office were always a surprise to her colleagues.
The director was nervous about how the __________ would react to the new film.