Tag Archive: entertainment
“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

©(Warner Bros. Pictures 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。 Have you ever watched a movie based on a video game? Can you name one game character you would like to see in a movie? 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。 huge /hyooj/ [adjective] – very large in size, amount, or degree The new amusement park caused a huge increase in tourism over the summer. internationally /in-ter-NASH-uh-nl-ee/ [adverb] – in or to many countries around the world The singer became famous internationally after her hit single topped charts in several countries. success /suhk-SES/ [noun]…
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“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could go inside a video game world, what kind of world would you like to explore? What kind of characters do you like in movies—heroes, funny ones, or someone else? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. splash /splash/ [noun] – a noticeable or impressive entrance or success The new smartphone made a big splash at the tech expo, drawing huge crowds. premiere /pri-MEER/ [verb] – to be shown or performed publicly for the first time The documentary premiered at the international film festival last…
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“A Minecraft Movie” opens with record-breaking success, reviving 2025 box office

©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deficit /DEF-uh-sit/ [noun] – the amount by which something, especially money or resources, is too small The company reduced its budget deficit by cutting unnecessary expenses. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a long or difficult search for something The scientist went on a quest to discover a new species in the Amazon rainforest. alliance /uh-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – an agreement to work together for a common goal The environmental group formed an alliance with local farmers to promote sustainable practices. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before There was an unprecedented…
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is special about music? What do you think makes a song or musician memorable for many years? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. series /SEER-eez/ [noun] – a number of things, events, or people of a similar kind following one after another The TV network released a new series about famous inventors, showcasing their remarkable contributions to science. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – showing or giving a lot of information with careful attention to small parts The architect presented a detailed blueprint…
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments 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。 Have you ever seen a special coin or a collectible item before? Would you be interested in owning a coin that features a famous person? 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。 coin /koin/ [noun] – a flat, typically round piece of metal used as money She found an old coin from the 1800s while cleaning her attic. honor /ON-er/ [verb] – to show respect or admiration for someone or something The city held a ceremony to honor the firefighters who saved many lives….
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commemorative /kuh-MEM-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to honor or remember someone or something The school held a commemorative ceremony to honor past students who had made significant contributions to the community. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something done, given, or said to show respect or admiration The band played a special song as a tribute to their late drummer. inscribe /in-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – to write or carve words onto something, especially for permanent display Her name was inscribed on a trophy for her outstanding performance. resonate /REZ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to produce an…
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Jimmy Johnson announces retirement from Fox Sports after 31 years

©AP Photo/ Chris Szagola, File Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about American football? Can you name any famous teams or players? What do you think makes American football different from other sports like soccer or rugby? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – used to describe something that is very unusual or special in a positive way Her remarkable talent for drawing amazed everyone. fulfilling /fool-FIL-ing/ [adjective] – making you feel happy and satisfied because you are doing something that you think is important He found his job in…
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Jimmy Johnson announces retirement from Fox Sports after 31 years

©AP Photo/ Chris Szagola, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – important, well-known, or easily noticed He became a prominent scientist after publishing groundbreaking research. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete Teamwork is an integral part of the project’s success. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to give something, especially to a common cause or effort Everyone should contribute ideas to improve the project. gratitude /GRAT-i-tood/ [noun] – a feeling of thankfulness She expressed her gratitude for the help she received during her illness. departure /dih-PAHR-cher/ [noun] – the act of leaving or going away from…
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