Tag Archive: entertainment

Junjun the playful bear cub captivates Shanghai zoo visitors

Junjun

©REUTERS/Casey Hall Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cub /kuhb/ [noun] – a young animal, especially a young bear, lion, or similar mammals The lion cub played in the grass with its siblings. tire /tahyuhr/ [noun] – a rubber covering around a wheel The car’s tire burst after hitting a sharp rock. trough /trawf/ [noun] – a long, narrow container for holding water or food for animals The horses drank from the wooden trough in the stable. enclosure /en-KLOH-zher/ [noun] – an area surrounded by a fence or wall, often used to keep animals in The zoo added a new enclosure for…
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Junjun the playful bear cub captivates Shanghai zoo visitors

Junjun

©REUTERS/Casey Hall 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 ever visited a zoo? What animal do you find most interesting? 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。 attraction /uh-TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a feature or event that draws attention or interest The Eiffel Tower is a major tourist attraction in Paris. entertain /en-ter-TEYN/ [verb] – to provide amusement or enjoyment The magician’s performance entertained the children at the party. fur /fur/ [noun] – the dense, soft hair covering the body of certain animals The rabbit’s fur is soft and warm. keeper /KEE-per/ [noun] – a person…
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Eric Vetro teaches singing techniques to celebrities and fans alike in new online course

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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。 Who is your favorite singer? Have you ever taken a singing lesson? 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。 technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a way of doing an activity that needs skill She learned a new painting technique to create realistic textures. instance /IN-stuhns/ [noun] – a specific example or case of something occurring This is just one instance of his generosity. train /treyn/ [verb] – to teach or develop skills or knowledge in someone or oneself through practice and instruction She trained her dog to respond to voice commands….
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Eric Vetro teaches singing techniques to celebrities and fans alike in new online course

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned artist was invited to showcase his work at the international gallery. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to admit or accept the truth or existence of something The teacher acknowledged the student’s effort to improve. prior /PRAHY-er/ [adjective] – existing or happening before something else, or before a particular time He had no prior experience with the software before joining the company. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – the ability to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something His insights into the economy helped shape government policies. holistic…
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Eric Vetro teaches singing techniques to celebrities and fans alike in new online course

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which genre of music or film do you enjoy most, and why? Who is your favorite singer or actor, and what do you like most about them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coach /kohch/ [verb] – to train or teach someone in a particular skill or activity She coached the basketball team to victory. tone /tohn/ [noun] – the quality or character of the sound of someone’s voice when singing or speaking The singer worked tirelessly with her vocal coach to develop a warm and rich tone suitable for classical…
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Carlos Acosta brings a Cuban twist to “The Nutcracker”

Ballet

©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of Cuba? Can dancing tell a story? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. version /VUR-zhuhn/ [noun] – a particular form or variant of something She wrote a version of the story with a happy ending. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – belonging to the same time period; modern His work is considered contemporary art. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time I am currently working on a new project. root /root/ [noun] – a person’s origins, background, or cultural heritage, often related to their…
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Carlos Acosta brings a Cuban twist to “The Nutcracker”

Ballet

©REUTERS 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 ever watched a ballet performance? Do you like learning about different cultures? 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。 director /dih-REK-ter/ [noun] – a person who is in charge of the artistic and technical aspects of a film, show, or performance The director of the play worked closely with the actors to bring the script to life. ballet /ba-LEY/ [noun] – a type of dancing where carefully organized movements tell a story or express an idea, or a theatre work that uses this type of dancing She…
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