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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

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©Netflix 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。 Did any animated movies that became very popular get watched recently? Was any information about movie awards, such as the Oscars, learned before? 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。 noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The museum had a noteworthy painting near the main door. influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having a lot of influence or power The influential teacher helped many students choose good goals. impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – making someone feel admiration or respect The singer gave an impressive show…
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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

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©Netflix via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The eminent scientist spoke at the school event today. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The chef was meticulous when preparing the meal. resonant /REZ-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – making a deep, clear sound” OR “having a strong effect or importance The message in the speech was resonant for many listeners. compelling //kuhm-PEL-ing// [adjective] – very exciting and interesting and making you want to watch or listen The movie had a compelling storyline that surprised many viewers. transformative /trans-FOR-muh-tiv/ [adjective]…
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“KPop Demon Hunters” secures Oscar eligibility after completing U.S. theatrical run

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©Netflix via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you watched any animated movies that became very popular? If so, what made the movie interesting? If not, what animated movies do you usually enjoy? Have you heard about awards for movies, like the Oscars? If so, what award did you learn about? If not, what movie award do you want to know more about? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/ [adverb] – famous, well respected, and admired The team invited an illustrious writer to speak at the event. cohesive /koh-HEE-siv/ [adjective] – working together…
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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transformative /trans-FAWR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a major change to someone or something, especially in a way that improves it The internet had a transformative effect on global communication. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing a particular person, group, or idea The dove is emblematic of peace. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the quality of being loud, clear, and continuing for a long time; the power to bring strong feelings or memories The singer’s voice had resonance in the big hall. tenacity /tuh-NAS-i-tee/ [noun] – the determination to continue what you are doing His tenacity helped him…
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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/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。 Have you ever watched a music show about singers? Yes or no? Do you know any music groups from different countries? Yes or no? 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。 prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having high status or respect The university is prestigious around the world. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced strongly; showing deep meaning The book gave me a profound idea about life. influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having the power to affect how others act or think The teacher is very influential in the…
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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched a music show about singers? If so, what did you enjoy about it? If not, what show would you watch? Do you know any music groups from different countries? If so, which ones do you like? If not, what kind of group would you want to see? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something because it is large, powerful, or difficult The mountain looked formidable because it was very high and steep. unprecedented…
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Roblox game Grow a Garden surpasses Fortnite’s player record

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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concurrent /kuhn-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing at the same time The conference had five concurrent workshops in different rooms. tranquil /TRANG-kwil/ [adjective] – calm and peaceful, without noise or disturbance She enjoyed the tranquil garden filled with blooming flowers. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt/ [adjective] – making someone remember something similar from the past The melody is reminiscent of songs from the early jazz era. obsolescence /ob-suh-LES-uhns/ [noun] – the state of being no longer used or no longer useful, usually because something newer or better has replaced it Many experts warn that failure…
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