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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。
- Are hotels the most commonly found buildings in tourist areas?
- Which building in your city is the most attractive?
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。
- cost /kawst/
- diversify /dih-VUR-suh-fahy/
- feature /FEE-cher/
- stand out /stand out/
- depend /dih-PEND/
[noun] – the amount of money required to buy something
The cost of the shirt is twenty dollars.
[verb] – to make or become more varied or diverse
It is good to diversify your meals with fruits.
[verb] – to include or highlight something as an important part
The new park features many fun activities for kids.
[phrasal verb] – to be very noticeable or different from others
The red dress will stand out at the party.
[verb] – to rely on someone or something
Children depend on their parents for care and support.
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。
Plans have been announced for the world’s second Sphere in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. This project was revealed by Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism with Sphere Entertainment Company. The new Sphere is expected to improve the region’s entertainment sector. Abu Dhabi will pay a franchise fee to Sphere Entertainment for copying the original Sphere’s design from Las Vegas. The local government will cover the construction costs and yearly payments for creative content. This project is part of Abu Dhabi’s plan to diversify its entertainment options and attract more tourists. The Sphere in Las Vegas opened in 2023 and cost $2.3 billion. It features the world’s largest LED screen and has 17,500 seats. The Abu Dhabi Sphere aims to stand out from nearby Dubai, which is also growing its entertainment industry. Experts warn that past projects in the UAE, like a canceled Sphere in East London, faced delays due to economic issues. The success of this new project will depend on careful planning and economic stability to positively impact the region’s economy.
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。
- Abu Dhabi is planning to build the world’s second Sphere.
- The Sphere in Las Vegas opened in 2020.
- The new Sphere in Abu Dhabi aims to improve the local entertainment sector.
- Abu Dhabi will not pay a franchise fee for the new Sphere.
- The Abu Dhabi Sphere will have a larger LED screen than the Las Vegas Sphere.
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。
| cost | diversify | features | stand out | depend |
- Companies ______ their products to attract more customers.
- The movie ______ a famous actor in the lead role.
- His talent helps him ______ in the crowd.
- You can ______ on me for help with homework.
- The ______ of the pizza is ten dollars.