Tag Archive: entertainment – intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of international film festivals? Have you ever watched a film featured in an international film festival? If so, how did the film’s participation in the festival affect your opinion of it? If not, which movie do you think should be included in an international film festival, and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – admired and respected because of great success or importance The prestigious award was given to the top student of the year. reunion /ree-YOON-yuhn/ [noun] – an occasion when people…
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©Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What qualities or skills make a sports player stand out in their field? Which sports events or teams in your country attract the most attention? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eager /EE-ger/ [adjective] – strongly wanting to do or have something The students were eager to start their summer vacation. fame /feym/ [noun] – the state of being known or recognized by many people because of your achievements, skills, etc. Her fame grew rapidly after she won the international singing competition. stretch /strech/ [verb] – to…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name a film that you think performed well at the box office? Why do you think so? Do you believe box office performance affects how you decide which movies to watch? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alien /EYL-yuhn/ [noun] – a creature from another world The story is about an alien who visits Earth. top /top/ [verb] – to be the best or highest in rank She topped the list of the best students in her class. begin with /bih-GIN with/ [phrasal verb] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of a Broadway show? If yes, which one do you know about? If not, would you like to learn more about them? What makes a live performance special compared to watching TV or movies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. theater /THEE-uh-ter/ [noun] – a building or place where plays, movies, or performances are shown The local theater is showing a new film this weekend. satire /SAT-ahyuhr/ [noun] – a way of using humor or exaggeration to criticize or mock something The comedian’s routine was a clever…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a movie successful at the box office? How do movie genres (e.g., superhero, romantic drama) affect a movie’s box office performance? Which genre do you think typically performs best? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another in a series without interruption The team won three consecutive games, making them the champions. globally /GLOW-buh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that affects or includes the whole world The singer’s album was popular globally, with fans from many different countries. accomplishment /uh-KOM-plish-muhnt / [noun]…
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©REUTERS/Piroschka Vandewouw Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the key factors that contribute to a team’s success or failure in a tournament? What sport would you like to be good at, and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contender /kuhn-TEN-der/ [noun] – a person or team competing for a position or title The boxer was a strong contender for the championship title. doubles /DUH-buhlz/ [noun] – a type of game in which two pairs of players compete against each other The team won the doubles match with an impressive performance. dramatic /druh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] –…
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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What qualities make a superhero or villain stand out in a movie or comic book? What movies or shows are you most excited to see, and what makes them exciting or interesting to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mask /mask/ [noun] – a covering for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, or for protection She wore a mask to the party to keep her identity secret. complex /kuhm-PLEKS/ [adjective] – consisting of many different and connected parts; not simple The puzzle was…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen an award show? What is the significance of award shows? Do you stream shows online? What have you been watching recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. network /NET-wurk/ [noun] – a group of television or radio stations that broadcast the same programs The local TV network will show the football game tonight. award /uh-WAWRD/ [noun] – a prize or an amount of money that is given to someone following an official decision She won an award for her science project. transform /trans-FAWRM/ [verb] – to change…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of sports do you follow? What qualities are necessary for a professional athlete to maintain a long and successful career? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. committed /kuh-MIT-id/ [adjective] – dedicated or devoted to a cause or activity She is committed to finishing her studies before starting a new job. stroke /strohk/ [noun] – each of a series of consecutive movements in a sport such as golf or swimming His golf coach emphasized the importance of a smooth and consistent stroke on the putting green. major /MEY-jer/ [adjective] –…
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©REUTERS/Hollie Adams Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What factors contribute to the rise in popularity of K-pop groups around the world? What kind of music do you listen to, and who is your favorite artist? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reality show /ree-AL-i-tee shoh/ [noun] – a television program about ordinary people who are filmed in real situations Many reality shows gain popularity for their dramatic and unpredictable plot twists. return to /rih-TURN too/ [phrasal verb] – to go or come back to a place or activity after being away from it for a period…
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