Tag Archive: entertainment – beginner

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona 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 BTS? Do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? 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。 required /ruh-KWAI-uhd/ [adjective] – necessary according to the rules or for a particular purpose The completion of the form is required before the deadline. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do It’s his duty to take care of his younger siblings…
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©Nikkei Asia 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。 Is baseball the most popular sport in your country? Have you ever played or watched baseball? 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。 valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – something that is of great worth, importance, or usefulness The ancient artifacts found in the archaeological site were considered highly valuable due to their historical significance. season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year during which a particular sport is played The football season in Europe typically runs from late summer to early spring, captivating millions of fans across the…
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©World Surf League 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。 Is women’s surfing a common sport in your country? Have you ever followed or heard about achievements in extreme sports? 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a race or competition Athletes from around the world compete in the Olympic Games, showcasing their skills and determination. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something very good and difficult that you have succeeded in doing Winning the championship was an achievement that required teamwork, dedication, and skill. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual,…
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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 know how chess is played? Have you heard about famous chess players 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a race or competition She trained for months to compete in the marathon and was excited to test her skills against other runners. title /TAHYT-l/ [noun] – a word that is used before someone’s name, stating their social rank, qualifications, position in an organization, gender, etc. The professor was addressed with the title ‘Doctor’ due to his extensive…
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©JAMES HOLE 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 some famous classical pianists or musicians you’re familiar with? Do you think it takes a lot of practice to become a successful pianist in the music industry? 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。 sign /sahyn / [verb] – to write one’s name on a document as an indication of agreement, approval, or acknowledgment She will sign the contract when she agrees to the terms. childhood /CHAHYLD-hood/ [noun] – The early period of a person’s life, typically from birth to adolescence. She had a happy…
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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 watched or followed a sports tournament? How do you feel when your favorite team or athlete competes in a tournament? 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 in which a number of teams or individuals compete against each other in a series of games or matches to determine a winner She competed in a chess tournament last weekend. beat /beet / [verb] – to defeat someone or something in a game, competition, or battle Our team beat the rival team in…
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©BBC 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 enjoy attending concerts? Do you have a favorite musician or performer? 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。 recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago Steve recently started a new job as a basketball coach. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money Anna has been working hard to build her career in modeling. mention /MEN-shuhn /…
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©comicbook 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 currently have an active subscription to a streaming service? Have you ever canceled a subscription to a streaming service? 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。 require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary The school rules require students to wear uniforms every day. argue /AHR-gyoo/ [AHR-gyoo] – to give the reasons for your opinion, idea, belief, etc. They argue that reducing carbon emissions is crucial to combating climate change. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing…
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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 watching horror movies? Are horror movies generally intended to provoke feelings of fear and suspense in the audience? 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。 fear /feer/ [noun] – an unpleasant emotion or thought that you have when you are frightened or worried by something dangerous, painful, or bad that is happening or might happen Jane felt a sense of fear when she saw a spider crawling on her desk, so she quickly called her teacher for help. unknown /uhn-NOHN/ [adjective] – not known or familiar Exploring…
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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 watched any Marvel movies? Do Marvel movies often explore common themes and messages? 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。 fantastic /fan-TAS-tik/ [adjective] – extremely good The magician’s tricks were so fantastic that the audience couldn’t believe their eyes. scene /seen / [noun] – a part of a play or film in which the action stays in one place for a continuous period of time The dramatic scene in the movie where the hero confronts the villain had everyone on the edge of their seats. effect /ih-FEKT /…
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