Tag Archive: Entertainment – Intermediate

©Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP,File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which singers from Latin America are internationally famous? Why do large concerts attract many fans from different countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. attendance /uh-TEN-duhns/ [noun] – the number of people present at an event Concert attendance increased during the festival. global /GLOH-buhl/ [adjective] – relating to the whole world The company sells products in the global market. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that someone does during working life The singer started a music career at a young age. perform /per-FAWRM/…
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©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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©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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©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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©AP Video: Rodrique Ngowi, Allen Breed, Sophie Bates Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do artists need to protect their music? How can new technology change the music industry? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. negotiate /ni-GOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to have formal discussions in order to reach an agreement The two sides will negotiate a new contract. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – an argument or disagreement The dispute lasted for several months. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to produce or create something The program can generate a short melody. license /LAHY-suhns/ [noun] – an official permission to use…
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©(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, file) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes watching a sports game fun for you? Why do you think people like to follow simple trends or gestures? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. themed /THEEMD/ [adjective] – designed around a single idea or topic The school prepared a themed event about science and technology. respond /ri-SPOND/ [verb] – to react or give an answer to something The company responded to customer feedback with new rules. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – communication or activity between people Group work increases interaction between students in class. repetitive…
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©Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What awards show recognizes achievements in British film and television? Why are trophies important in the entertainment industry? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – physical or mental energy used to do something The team made a strong effort to finish the project on time. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions taken to achieve a result The hiring process took several weeks to complete. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outside or top layer of something The surface of the table looked clean and…
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©Warner Bros. Pictures via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do holiday weekends usually help movie sales? Why? Why do romantic movies often release in February? Explain. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. encouraging /en-KUR-ij-ing/ [adjective] – giving hope or confidence about the future The team received encouraging feedback after the presentation. typically /TIP-i-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – usually or normally The store typically opens at nine in the morning. mixed /mikst/ [adjective] – having both positive and negative parts The restaurant received mixed reviews from customers. recommend /rek-uh-MEND/ [verb] – to say that something is good and…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have weddings ever appeared in entertainment shows? What examples exist? Why do halftime shows attract worldwide viewers? How do performers prepare? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. expand /ik-SPAN/ [verb] – became larger or more detailed The event expanded into a global performance. celebration /sel-uh-BRAY-shuhn/ [noun] – a special event to mark a happy occasion The wedding became a joyful celebration. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to join together or create a relationship The performance connected music and real life. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb] – to encourage people to like or support something…
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©AP Photo/Chris Pizzello Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have music awards ever influenced artists in the country? What examples can be shared? Do people often discover music through awards? What platforms help the most? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. expand /ik-SPAND/ [verb] – to become larger or more widespread Streaming services help music expand globally. requirement /ri-KWAHYUHR-muhnt/ [noun] – something that must be done The award has a requirement for music releases. eligible /EL-i-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – allowed to take part. The singer became eligible for the award this year. fair /fair/ [adjective] – treating people…
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