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 prefer casual clothing over formal clothing?
- Is there a specific clothing style you like to wear?
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。
- style /stile/
- spirit /SPIR-it/
- material /muh-TEER-ee-uhl/
- literature /LIT-er-uh-cher/
- conclusion /kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn/
[noun] – a particular way of doing something, especially in art or fashion
She likes to wear different styles of clothes.
[noun] – distinctive atmosphere, mood, or character
The festival captured the lively spirit of summer.
[noun] – the substance or substances from which a thing is made
The dress is made from soft material like cotton.
[noun] – written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit
He enjoys reading classic literature in his free time.
[noun] – the end or finish of an event or process
The conclusion of the story was very surprising.
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。
Milan Fashion Week highlighted neutral and soft colors for Spring-Summer 2025, focusing on creating classic styles during difficult times. Designers showcased mostly womenswear that mixed new ideas with old favorites. Boss introduced a relaxed style for classic suits, suitable for both day and evening events. Antonio Marras celebrated the lively spirit of the 1950s with fun shapes, while Roberto Cavalli started their show with gentle, neutral colors before adding brighter shades. Supermodels from the 1990s and 2000s, like Eva Herzigova and Joan Smalls, honored Cavalli by wearing vintage dresses. A significant moment occurred when Eva Cavalli, Cavalli’s widow, received praise for his influence on fashion. Fausto Puglisi paid tribute to Cavalli with iconic styles featuring animal prints and luxurious materials like leather and chiffon, aiming to attract younger fans through partnerships with stars such as Taylor Swift. Daniel Del Core showcased his first full collection, blending practicality with elegance, inspired by notable women in science and literature. Naomi Campbell ended the show in a beautiful gown, creating a memorable conclusion.
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。
- Antonio Marras focused on dark colors in his designs.
- Roberto Cavalli started their show with gentle, neutral colors.
- The 1950s are celebrated for their lively spirit in fashion.
- Marras used boring shapes to represent the 1950s.
- Bright colors were introduced later in Roberto Cavalli’s show.
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。
| style | spirit | material | literature | conclusion |
- ______ can teach us about different cultures and ideas.
- The artist aimed to reflect the adventurous ______ of the 1960s through bold colors and dynamic shapes in her paintings.
- The artist has a unique ______ that many admire.
- The house was built using durable ______ such as wood and stone.
- After months of hard work, they finally reached a ______ in the project.