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Disney+ considers price increase due to UK laws

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©comicbook Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legislation /lej-is-LEY-shuhn / [noun] – a law or set of laws suggested by a government and made official by a parliament The new legislation aims to regulate online privacy and protect personal data. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or develop, or happening at the present moment The ongoing construction work is causing temporary disruptions to traffic in the city. sector /SEK-ter/ [noun] – one of the areas into which the economic activity of a country is divided Different sectors of the economy, such as agriculture, manufacturing, and services, contribute to the overall development…
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Exploring the profound influence of horror stories on human instincts and resilience

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some different genres of movies, and which one is your favorite? What was your first experience watching a horror movie, and how did it make you feel? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tale /teyl/ [noun] – a story, especially one that might be invented or difficult to believe In the ancient village, the elders would gather around the fire to share tales of bravery and adventure. darkness /DAHRK-nis/ [noun] – the quality of being without light, or a situation in which there is little or no light As…
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Exploring the profound influence of horror stories on human instincts and resilience

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. instinct /IN-stingkt/ [noun] – the way people or animals naturally react or behave, without having to think or learn about it Despite being lost in the forest, Sarah’s instinct told her to follow the sound of the river, which eventually led her back to safety. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future As the final exams approached, the students’ anticipation grew, and they eagerly studied and prepared for the upcoming challenges. confront /kuhn-FRUHNT/ [verb] – to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation…
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Exploring the profound influence of horror stories on human instincts and resilience

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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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Cinematic masterpiece

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. masterpiece /MAS-ter-pees/ [noun] – a work of art such as a painting, movie, or book that is made with great skill The painting that won first place in the art contest was truly a masterpiece, with its vivid colors and intricate details that left everyone in awe. trilogy /TRIL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a series of three books, plays, etc. written about the same situation or characters, forming a continuous story The “Lord of the Rings” trilogy is a classic set of books that tells the story of a hobbit’s journey to destroy a powerful ring and restore…
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Cinematic masterpiece

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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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Cinematic masterpiece

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the most popular Marvel movies that have been released so far? What are some of the key themes and messages that are commonly explored in Marvel movies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. breathtaking /BRETH-tey-king/ [adjective] – extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising The view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking and I couldn’t help but take a picture to remember it forever. witness /WIT-nis/ [verb] – to see something happen I was able to witness a beautiful sunset on the beach yesterday. appreciation /uh-pree-shee-EY-shuhn /…
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