Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel
©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of stories usually happen in space movies? Why do many people enjoy films about space exploration? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important task given to a person or group The team prepared carefully for the mission. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – a person who studies or works in science The scientist studied the stars. spectacular /spek-TAK-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – very exciting to look at or watch The fireworks show was spectacular. partner /PAHRT-ner/ [noun] – a person who works…
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel
©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. epic /EP-ik/ [noun] – a long story or event that is very large, important, or impressive The film became a space epic that attracted global audiences. dormant /DAWR-muhnt/ [adjective] – not active or growing now but able to become active later The volcano remained dormant for many years. reluctant /rih-LUHK-tuhnt/ [adjective] – not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it The student felt reluctant to speak in front of the class. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or…
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel
©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via 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 space movies? Do astronauts travel far from Earth? 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 in a theater or on television The family watched a movie together. space /speys/ [noun] – the area outside Earth where the planets and stars are Astronauts travel in space. teacher /TEE-cher/ [noun] – a person whose job is to teach students The teacher explained the science lesson. friend /frend/ [noun] – a person that someone likes and trusts…
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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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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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