GUESS THE WORD
Rearrange the letters of the word to complete each sentence. Read the meaning aloud and use it as a clue.
ANSWER
| 1. word: |
M
N
U
D
A
E
N
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| meaning: | [adjective] ordinary and not interesting |
| sentence: | For some people, painting is a _______ activity. |
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I
R
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G
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T
N
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D
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| meaning: | [verb] where it began/started |
| sentence: | Ballet dance _______ in 15th century Italy. |
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S
E
C
N
I
C
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| meaning: | [adjective] a beautiful sight |
| sentence: | Her painting collection consists of _______ views in South America. |
DIALOGUE
Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Sam and you will be Alice. Fill in the blanks with the correct responses.
READ
I thought classes are suspended tomorrow due to bad weather. Why don’t you take a little break from studying?
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This is my final term’s project, brother. I’m writing a literature review of the Tale of Genji. It is the greatest novel in Japan and the world’s first novel. Do you know about it? |
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Of course, I studied it for my eighth-grade literature class. Although, I find reading a mundane activity. Do you like reading, sister?
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___________________. How about you? I think you’re into visual art. |
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I am. I love painting scenic views and doing portraits. I like impressionist style of painting, by the way. Do you have a favorite art style?
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I see. Well, I hope you’ll be able to finish your homework on time. If you need any help, you know where to find me. |
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Sure. Thanks, brother.
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READING ALOUD
Read and take note of the important points in the article.
READ
Every seventh of July, Japan celebrates one of their famous festivals known as “Tanabata”, the Star Festival. It is known to have originated from China’s “Qixi Festival”. It was first introduced in Japan during in 755 A.D. by Empress Koken, the 48th monarch of Japan. The Japanese fully embraced Tanabata Festival and its story during the early Edo period. Tanabata is a story of two lovers, Hikoboshi and Orihime, who were only allowed to see each other once a year as a punishment given to them by the heaven god for neglecting their duties after marrying each other. Today, Japan’s streets are in vibrant displays with people writing their wishes on strips of paper known as “Tanzaku”. They hang these strips of paper on bamboo trees with hopes that their wishes will come true. In some traditions, these bamboo trees are set afloat on a river and/or burned once the festival is over.
EXPRESSING OPINIONS
Please answer the questions about the article.
ANSWER
| 1. | Who are the two lovers celebrated at the Tanabata Festival? |
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| 2. | Why are the two lovers not allowed to spend their life together? |
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| 3. | Some people say that tfhe Tanabata Festival is equivalent to Valentine’s Day. Do you agree or disagree? |
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| 4. | What do you think will happen to a country without art and literature? |
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READ BETWEEN THE LINES
In your own understanding, please explain the meaning of the following quotations.
ANSWER
| 1. | “Creativity takes courage.” – Henry Matisse |
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| 2. | “It takes a great deal of history to produce a little literature.” – Henry James |
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CONVERSATION PRACTICE
Let’s talk. Please answer my questions.
ANSWER
| 1. | Who is your favorite literary character? |
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| 2. | What is the weirdest literature you have read? |
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| 3. | Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction literature? |
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| 4. | Which art form do you like most? |
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| 5. | Do you think art is important in the modern world? How? |
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