Tag Archive: entertainment – beginner

©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo 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 follow news about Marvel movies? Do you know who Robert Downey Jr. is? 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。 shock /shok/ [verb] – to make someone feel upset or surprised The sudden announcement of the concert cancellation shocked the entire audience. figure /FIG-yer/ [noun] – models, statues, or representations of characters or people The museum displayed ancient figures carved from stone, each with intricate designs. audience /AW-dee-uhns / [noun] – the group of people together in one place to watch or listen to a…
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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。 Have you ever seen an award show? Do you stream shows online? 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。 historical /hi-STOR-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – connected with studying or representing things from the past The historical museum has many old artifacts from ancient Egypt. drama /DRAH-muh/ [noun] – a play in a theatre or on television or radio, or plays and acting generally She loves acting in school drama performances. comedy /KOM-i-dee/ [noun] – a (type of) film, play, or book that is intentionally funny either in its characters or its action…
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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。 Have you ever played golf? Is golf popular in your country? 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。 tournament /TOOR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – a competition for teams or single players in which a series of games is played, and the winners of each game play against each other until only one winner is left She has won several chess tournaments in her career. succeed /suhk-SEED/ [verb] – to achieve a desired outcome; to accomplish something With determination and hard work, she will succeed in her business. enter /EN-ter/ [verb] – to…
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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams 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 you familiar with the K-pop group Stray Kids? Have you ever followed a K-pop idol’s career? 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。 crowd /kroud/ [noun] – a large group of people gathered together, often for an event or gathering The concert drew a massive crowd of excited fans from all over the city. artist /AHR-tist/ [noun] – a person who creates art, such as painting, sculpture, music, literature, etc., often for aesthetic or expressive purposes She is a talented artist who specializes in abstract paintings. album…
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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。 Can you name one boy band or musical group that has achieved international fame? Do you think they deserve their fame? 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。 interview /IN-ter-vyoo/ [noun] – a formal meeting where someone asks questions to find out information, especially for a newspaper, magazine, television or radio broadcast The actor gave an interview to discuss his upcoming movie. surprised /suh-PRAHYZD/ [adjective] – feeling or showing a sudden unexpected feeling or reaction She was pleasantly surprised by the birthday party her friends threw for her. voting /VO-ting/…
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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。 Have you heard of Mahatma Gandhi? Can you name one historical figure from your country? 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。 figure /FIG-yer/ [noun] – a person noteworthy or prominent in a large sphere or area, especially in historical or public events Nelson Mandela remains an influential figure in the fight for justice and equality across the world. youth /yooth/ [noun] – the period of your life when you are young, or the state of being young During his youth, he spent many summers hiking and exploring the mountains…
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©20th Century Studios/Marvel 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。 Have you watched movies about Deadpool or Wolverine? Do you like watching these kinds of movies? 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。 director /dih-REK-ter/ [noun] – a person who is in charge of making a film or movie The film director gave the actors specific instructions on how to deliver their lines. fan /fan/ [noun] – a person who admires and supports a particular person, team, etc. John is a big fan of superhero movies and collects action figures. style /stile/ [noun] –…
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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。 Do you like to listen to music? Do you know hip-hop? 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。 societal /suh-SAHY-i-tl/ [adjective] – relating to society; social Societal norms vary across different cultures. discussion /dih-SKUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – a conversation or debate about a particular topic. The students engaged in a lively discussion about climate change. anniversary /an-uh-VUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – the yearly recurrence of the date of a past event We are celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary this weekend. ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to…
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©AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File 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 favorite music artist? Who is your favorite music artist? 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。 talent /TAL-uhnt/ [noun] – natural aptitude or skill She has a talent for painting. recently /REE-suhnt/ [adverb] – in the recent past; lately I saw her recently at the store. creative /kree-EY-tiv/ [adjective] – having the ability to create; imaginative He’s very creative with his drawings exhibition /eks-uh-BISH-uhn/ [noun] – a situation in which someone shows a particular skill or quality, especially in public Sarah’s ballet…
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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。 Do you usually watch content on streaming platforms like Netflix? Do you think it’s worth subscribing to streaming services like Netflix? 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。 gain /geyn/ [verb] – to get something that is useful, that gives you an advantage, or that is in some way positive, especially over a period of time After months of hard work, the team managed to gain valuable insights into market trends. value /VAL-yoo/ [noun] – the monetary worth or market value The appraiser estimated the antique furniture’s value to be…
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