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Clooney and Pitt reunite at Venice Film Festival
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 international film festivals have a purpose? Have you ever watched a film that was featured in an international film festival? 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。 discuss /dih-SKUHS/ [verb] – to talk about something with someone Students discuss their homework with each other after class. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz / [verb] – to give special attention to something The coach emphasizes teamwork during practice sessions. cooperate /koh-OP-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to work together with others for a common goal The group members cooperate to finish the project on time. importance /im-PAWR-tns/…
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Clooney and Pitt reunite at Venice Film Festival
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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Clooney and Pitt reunite at Venice Film Festival
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reputable /REP-yuh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – having a good reputation and being generally respected The restaurant is known for its reputable service, attracting many loyal customers. accentuate /ak-SEN-choo-eyt/ [verb] – to emphasize something or make it more noticeable The artist used contrasting colors to accentuate the dramatic effect of the painting. advantageous /ad-van-TAY-juhs/ [adjective] – providing a benefit or gain; beneficial The new software proved to be advantageous for improving team productivity. harmonize /HAHR-muh-nahyz/ [verb] – to combine different things in a way that is pleasing or effective The interior designer worked to harmonize the colors in the…
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Fans line up early for Shohei Ohtani and Decoy bobblehead at Dodger Stadium
©Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports 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 know of Shohei Ohtani? How would you describe Shohei Ohtani in one word? 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。 form /fawrm/ [verb] – to arrange or organize into a specific shape or structure The students formed a line outside the auditorium before the school play began. trouble /TRUHB-uhl/ [noun] – problems or difficulties She had trouble understanding the complex instructions. joke /johk/ [verb] – to make a humorous or playful remark about something She joked about her slow cooking skills, saying it took…
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Fans line up early for Shohei Ohtani and Decoy bobblehead at Dodger Stadium
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Fans line up early for Shohei Ohtani and Decoy bobblehead at Dodger Stadium
©Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bobblehead /BO-buhl-hed/ [noun] – a collectible toy or figurine with a head that wobbles or bobbles due to a spring mechanism She proudly displayed her collection of bobbleheads on the shelf. offseason /of-SEE-zn/ [noun] – the period during which a sport is not being played, often used for training or recovery The athlete used the offseason to improve his skills and get in better shape for the next season. standout /STAND-out/ [adjective] – a person or thing that is remarkably impressive or exceptional The standout player on the team, known for her…
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Fans line up early for Shohei Ohtani and Decoy bobblehead at Dodger Stadium
©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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“Alien: Romulus” tops North American Box Office
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. modest /MOD-uhst/ [adjective] – not large or special in any way; moderate The restaurant had a modest menu with only a few choices. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to go beyond a limit or amount Her performance exceeded everyone’s expectations at the talent show. relative /REL-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – considered in relation to something else The cost of living is high, but it’s relative to the size of the city. round out /round out/ [phrasal verb] – to complete the group or list by being the final or last item on it The new café rounded out the…
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“Alien: Romulus” tops North American Box Office
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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