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Offline hobbies gain popularity among young adults
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. therapeutic /ther-uh-PYOO-tik/ [adjective] – helpful for improving health or reducing stress Walking in nature can be a therapeutic activity after a busy week at work. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time without stopping The athlete showed constant effort during daily training before the competition. concentration /kon-suhn-TREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the ability to give full attention to a task Reading a long novel requires strong concentration and patience. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the increasing progress or development of something The company gained momentum in the market after releasing a successful product. intentional /in-TEN-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – done…
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Offline hobbies gain popularity among young adults
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 have a hobby that you enjoy in your free time? Have you ever learned a hobby from the internet or social media? 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。 pottery /POT-uh-ree/ [noun] – the art or activity of making objects from clay The community center offers pottery classes for people who want to learn a creative hobby. craft /kraft/ [noun] – a skill or activity of making things by hand The school club teaches craft activities such as paper folding and painting. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [noun] – a person…
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Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres bold “The Bride!” reimagining of classic Frankenstein story in major Hollywood production
©Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP 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 like movies? Do you watch movies in a cinema? 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。 movie /MOO-vee/ [noun] – a story shown on a screen The movie was fun to watch. director /dih-REK-ter/ [noun] – a person who makes a film The director worked hard on the film. story /STAWR-ee/ [noun] – a description of events The story is easy to understand. people /PEE-puhl/ [noun] – persons in general Many people watched the film. actor /AK-ter/ [noun] – a person who acts…
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Offline hobbies gain popularity among young adults
Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you had one extra hour of free time every day, how would you spend it? How can social media help people learn new skills or hobbies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. needlepoint /NEED-l-point/ [noun] – a craft of decorating cloth with thread using a needle The art club introduced needlepoint as a relaxing craft activity for students. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule that limits an action or activity Travel restrictions during the storm prevented visitors from entering the park. satisfaction /sat-is-FAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of happiness from…
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Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres bold “The Bride!” reimagining of classic Frankenstein story in major Hollywood production
©Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of movies do you like to watch? Why do people enjoy watching films in theaters? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. creative /kree-AY-tiv/ [adjective] – producing or using original and unusual ideas She is very creative when writing stories. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – an act of performing in front of people The performance was exciting and full of energy. character /KAR-ik-ter/ [noun] – a person in a story or film The main character learns an important lesson. production /pruh-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of…
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Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres bold “The Bride!” reimagining of classic Frankenstein story in major Hollywood production
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Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres bold “The Bride!” reimagining of classic Frankenstein story in major Hollywood production
©Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. audacious /aw-DAA-shuhs/ [adjective] – showing a willingness to take bold risks The artist made an audacious decision to change the story. spectacle /SPEK-tuh-kuhl/ [noun] – an unusual or exciting event or scene The parade was a colorful spectacle in the city. omniscient /om-NISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – knowing everything The narrator is omniscient and understands all characters. entrenched /en-TRENCHT/ [adjective] – firmly established and difficult to change Old habits can become deeply entrenched over time. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The speech had a…
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Stella McCartney highlights animal welfare and sustainable fashion at Paris show featuring live horses
©AP Photo/Tom Nicholson Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. choreograph /KAWR-ee-uh-graf/ [verb] – to plan and organize the movements of dancers or performers The director choreographed the stage performance carefully. manifesto /man-uh-FES-toh/ [noun] – a public statement of beliefs or aims, especially one issued by a political party or organization The group released a manifesto explaining future environmental goals. autobiographical /aw-toh-bahy-uh-GRAF-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to a person’s own life story The exhibition included autobiographical photographs. conglomerate /kuhn-GLOM-er-it/ [noun] – a large company consisting of several different companies that have joined together The conglomerate owns many fashion and luxury brands. independence /in-di-PEN-duhns/ [noun]…
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Stella McCartney highlights animal welfare and sustainable fashion at Paris show featuring live horses
©AP Photo/Tom Nicholson Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a fashion show? Why do people talk about sustainable fashion? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. equestrian /ih-KWES-tree-uhn/ [adjective] – relating to horse riding The equestrian event attracted many visitors. pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – a regular way in which something happens or is done The design follows a simple pattern. collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of similar things The designer showed a new collection of clothes. recycled /ree-SAHY-kuhld/ [adjective] – made from materials that have been used before The bag is made from recycled plastic….
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