Tag Archive: entertainment – intermediate

©Bighit Entertainment via Twitter (@bts_bighit) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about K-pop? Which K-pop stars do you know or have you heard of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. land /land/ [verb] – to bring into or cause to arrive in a particular place, position, or condition He deserves the promotion. His hard work landed him in that position. stream /streem/ [verb] – to send or receive sound or video directly over the internet as a continuous flow Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has been streamed over 1…
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©Frederic Brown/AFP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What charitable organizations do you know? Who are some best-selling music artists in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. offer up /AW-fer-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to provide something that is intended to impress, please, or satisfy someone I vowed to offer up my life for our country. charity /CHAR-i-tee/ [noun] – the voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need I will donate my old clothes to the charity. found /found/ [verb] – to bring something into existence The medical institution…
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©Olivier Douliery/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What platform do you usually use to be informed of current events? What time do you usually watch/check daily news? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. broadcaster /BRAWD-kas-ter/ [noun] – someone whose job is to speak on radio or television programs His dream job is to become a broadcaster for CNN. network /NET-wurk/ [noun] – a large system consisting of many similar parts that are connected together to allow movement or communication between or along the parts, or between the parts and a control center ABS-CBN and GMA…
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©Ringer Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How did you celebrate Christmas last year? What is the best Christmas present you have ever gotten? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delightful /dih-LAHYT-fuhl/ [adjective] – very pleasant, attractive, or enjoyable We went to a delightful party last night. setting /SET-ing/ [noun] – the time and the place in which the action of a book, film, play, etc. happens The film has its setting in France. -oriented /AWR-ee-uhn-tid/ [suffix] – showing the direction in which something is aimed The supervisor reminded the employees to be more results-oriented when doing…
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©BBC via SQUARE ENIX Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular gaming devices in your country? How often do you play video or mobile games? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. leading /LEE-ding/ [adjective] – very important or most important He is a leading expert on technology. highly /HAHY-lee/ [adverb] – very, to a large degree, or at a high level The company needs highly skilled workers. treasure /TREZH-er / [noun] – very valuable things, usually in the form of a store of precious metals, precious stones, or money The children found a treasure…
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©BBC via Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular fantasy films in your country? Who are some of your favorite actors/actresses? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mark /mahrk/ [verb] – to show respect for or commemorate The wedding marked the beginning of a new chapter in Anna’s life. trade /treyd/ [verb] – to exchange something, or to stop using or doing something and start using or doing something else instead I’ll trade you some of my candies for some of your cookies. magical /MAJ-i-kuhl / [adjective] – produced by or using…
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©Marvel Studios, Sony, Columbia Pictures Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like watching superhero movies? Why or why not? When was the last time you watched in a movie theater? Please share your experience. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rumored /ROO-merd/ [adjective] – used to refer to a fact or piece of news that might be true or invented, and quickly spreads from person to person The band is rumored to have a comeback next month. hit /hit/ [verb] – to arrive at a place, position, or state The show’s new season will hit…
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©BBC Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Who are some popular musicians in your country? How often do you listen to music? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decade /DEK-eyd/ [adjective] – a period of ten years, especially a period such as 2010 to 2019 She has been running the restaurant for three decades. (be) over the moon /OH-ver-thuh-moon/ [idiom] – to be very pleased Sheena was over the moon when she saw the fireworks. release /ri-LEES/ [noun] – a musical recording that is made available for the public to buy They are waiting for the release…
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©Neon, Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you go to movie theaters? What is your favorite movie of all time? Why do you like it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. era /EER-uh/ [noun] – a period of time of which particular events or stages of development are typical We are living in the computer era. flare /flair/ [noun] – a sudden outburst of something, especially emotion There was a flare of excitement when the good news came out. mockery /MOK-uh-ree/ [noun] – teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a…
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