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Lesson Notes July 18, 2023 (TUESDAY ZOOM)
This morning I went to the (cinema / movie theatre).
When answering the question "what kind of story was the movie?", you can describe the genre or the central theme of the movie.
You could say the genre of the movie along with a descriptive adjective that fits the movie
“It was (a romantic comedy / a thrilling adventure / a dramatic historical tale / a thought-provoking sci-fi story / a heartwarming comedy / an intense action thriller / a gripping psychological drama / a whimsical fantasy adventure / etc)
Providing a brief overview of the main elements and tone of the movie will help the person understand its genre or narrative style; without having to talk about what happens in the story.
“He didn’t say nothing” is commonly used in everyday English, however it can be interpreted as a double-negative, so “He didn’t say anything” is seen as being more grammatically correct
(Of movies); Is that movie already (showing / playing)? (NOT in showing)
In the movie he works as a janitor in Tokyo and dedicates his free time to his passion for music and books.
"Scramble" (verb) means to move hurriedly or quickly in a disorderly manner, often with a sense of urgency or excitement.
It is used to describe a situation where people or objects move in a chaotic and disorganized way, such as in a rush or to avoid an obstacle.
The famous Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, "scramble" is used to describe the movement of pedestrians crossing the road from all directions simultaneously when the traffic lights turn red.
Compare “Take care of” and “Care for”
Fortunately I don’t need to take care of my parent’s house.
This means that the speaker is relieved or happy because they do not have the responsibility of looking after their parent's house. It implies that someone else is taking care of it.
Fortunately I don’t need to care for my parent’s house.
This sentence means that the speaker is fortunate not to have any emotional attachment for their parent's house. It suggests that the house is not significant to them, and they don't need to worry about its well-being.
