Tag Archive: Entertainment – Intermediate

©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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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do people still buy music albums today? Do older songs stay popular? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consistency /kuhn-SIS-tuhn-see/ [noun ] – steady quality or behavior The album showed consistency in yearly sales. ranking /RANG-king/ [noun ] – position on a list The album kept a high ranking nationwide. adjust /uh-JUHTS/ [adjective] – changes slightly The system adjusts totals using streams. residency /REZ-i-den-see/ [noun] – series of shows in one place The band announced a long residency. lasting /LAS-ting/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The group created a…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do movie studios often make sequels? Why? Can you name a recent sequel you watched? What makes a movie successful at the box office Is popularity or quality more important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or surprising in a positive way The movie had a remarkable opening weekend. consistency /kuhn-SIS-tuhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of staying the same Consistency helps audiences follow a series. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable Social media played a significant role. careful /KAIR-fuhl/ [adjective] – done with attention and…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite movie? Do you like science-fiction films? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – not very high or low Ticket sales showed moderate growth. mixed /MIKST/ [adjective] – having different opinions The film received mixed reactions. reliable /ri-LY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be trusted The franchise is reliable at the box office. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – staying the same over time Attendance remained consistent. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – very important Holiday sales are essential for success. Article Reading: Please read the…
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