Vocabulary List

1. 1. Fan Favorite (n) /fæn ˈfeɪvərɪt/: A movie loved by a large number of fans.
      Vietnamese: Bộ phim yêu thích của đông đảo người hâm mộ.
      Example: The superhero film quickly became a fan favorite.

   2. Speedy (adj) /ˈspiːdi/: Very fast.
      Vietnamese: Nhanh chóng.
      Example: The speedy car chase was the highlight of the movie.

   3. To Be Voiced By (v phrase) /tə bi vɔɪst baɪ/: When a character's voice is provided by an actor.
      Vietnamese: Được lồng tiếng bởi.
      Example: The animated character is voiced by a famous actor.

   4. Villain (n) /ˈvɪlən/: The main antagonist or bad character in a story.
      Vietnamese: Nhân vật phản diện.
      Example: The villain in the movie has a sinister laugh.

   5. Hedgehog (n) /ˈhedʒhɒɡ/: A small spiny mammal; often featured in animated films.
      Vietnamese: Con nhím.
      Example: The movie’s protagonist is a cheerful blue hedgehog.

   6. A Lifetime (n) /ə ˈlaɪftaɪm/: The duration of a person’s life or a very long time.
      Vietnamese: Một đời, cả đời.
      Example: Winning the award was the chance of a lifetime.

   7. Pain (n) /peɪn/: A feeling of physical or emotional suffering.
      Vietnamese: Nỗi đau.
      Example: The movie depicts the pain of losing a loved one.

   8. Loss (n) /lɒs/: The state of no longer having something or someone.
      Vietnamese: Mất mát.
      Example: The film deals with themes of loss and recovery.

   9. To Be Back (v phrase) /tə bi ˈbæk/: To return.
      Vietnamese: Trở lại.
      Example: The hero announces, “I’ll be back!” in the sequel.

   10. Play (a character) (v) /pleɪ/: To act as a specific character in a movie or play.
       Vietnamese: Đóng vai (một nhân vật).
       Example: She will play the lead character in the upcoming drama.

   11. Onscreen (adj) /ˌɒnˈskriːn/: Visible or occurring in a film or on a screen.
       Vietnamese: Trên màn ảnh.
       Example: Their onscreen chemistry was praised by critics.

   12. To Be Difficult to Work With (v phrase) /tə bi ˈdɪfɪkəlt tə ˈwɜːk wɪð/: To have a challenging personality or behavior during collaboration.
       Vietnamese: Khó hợp tác, làm việc chung
       Example: Rumors spread that the actor was difficult to work with.

   13. Nervous (adj) /ˈnɜːvəs/: Feeling anxious or worried.
       Vietnamese: Lo lắng.
       Example: He was nervous before his first big scene.

   14. Jokingly Tell (v phrase) /ˈdʒəʊkɪŋli tɛl/: To say something humorously or not seriously.
       Vietnamese: Nói đùa.
       Example: The director jokingly told the cast to relax and have fun.

   15. Adoptive Parents (n phrase) /əˈdɒptɪv ˈpeərənts/: People who legally take another's child as their own.
       Vietnamese: Cha mẹ nuôi.
       Example: The adoptive parents in the film provided a loving home.

   16. Moviegoers (n) /ˈmuːviˌɡəʊəz/: People who go to watch movies in theaters.
       Vietnamese: Người xem phim.
       Example: The action scenes thrilled the moviegoers.

   17. Rivalry (n) /ˈraɪvəlri/: Competition or conflict between two parties.
       Vietnamese: Sự cạnh tranh, ganh đua.
       Example: The movie depicts an intense rivalry between the hero and the villain.

   18. Come to Life (v phrase) /kʌm tə laɪf/: To appear real or animated; become vivid.
       Vietnamese: Trở nên sống động.
       Example: The CGI effects made the characters come to life.

   19. Appearance (n) /əˈpɪərəns/: The way that someone or something looks or appears.
       Vietnamese: Ngoại hình, diện mạo.
       Example: The villain’s dark appearance was truly menacing.

   20. Stay Through the Credits (v phrase) /steɪ θruː ðə ˈkrɛdɪts/: To remain in the theater until the end of the credits.
       Vietnamese: Ở lại xem hết phần giới thiệu.
       Example: Fans stayed through the credits for a surprise scene.

   21. Teasers (n) /ˈtiːzəz/: Short promotional videos or hints about a movie.
       Vietnamese: Đoạn giới thiệu, nhá hàng.
       Example: The teasers for the upcoming sequel created excitement among fans.

Reviewing Tasks

1. Completion

Word Bank:
fan favorite, speedy, voiced by, villain, hedgehog, a lifetime, pain, loss, back, play, onscreen, difficult to work with, nervous, jokingly tell, adoptive parents, moviegoers, rivalry, come to life, appearance, stay through the credits, teasers

1. Sonic is a ______________ character loved by audiences worldwide.

2. The movie’s ______________ scenes thrilled the audience.

3. The protagonist is ______________ an acclaimed actor.

4. The ______________ in the film had a complex and relatable backstory.

5. The little ______________ was the star of the animated movie.

6. The film depicted the struggles of ______________, making it highly emotional.

7. The actor's portrayal of ______________ was both heartfelt and genuine.

8. Fans are thrilled that their favorite character is ______________ in the sequel.

9. The actor was excited to ______________ a legendary superhero in the movie.

10. The chemistry between the actors was evident ______________.

11. Some directors say the star is ______________ due to their demanding nature.

12. The actor admitted feeling ______________ before the big premiere.

13. The comedian ______________ his co-star to ease the tension.

14. The story highlights the love and care of the hero's ______________.

15. ______________ were glued to their seats throughout the thrilling climax.

16. The ______________ between the two characters added depth to the story.

17. The animation was so vivid it seemed to ______________.

18. His ______________ in the final scene surprised the audience.

19. Be sure to ______________ for a special scene at the very end.

20. The ______________ hinted at an exciting twist in the plot.

2. Word Form

Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word in parentheses.

1. The ______________ (appear) of a new character created a buzz.

2. His ______________ (rival) with the villain kept audiences hooked.

3. The actor was known for his ______________ (nervously) during interviews.

4. The ______________ (painful) of the loss was palpable in her performance.

5. The ______________ (tease) released by the studio intrigued moviegoers.

6. It was clear that the actor had a unique way of ______________ (joke) with his co-stars.

7. The hero’s ______________ (adopt) parents were central to the plot.

8. Many fans stayed through the ______________ (credit) to see the surprise ending.

9. The film studio wanted the animation to ______________ (life) seamlessly.

10. ______________ (speed) characters are often portrayed in action films.

3. Synonym Matching

Instructions: Match the words in Column A with their synonyms in Column B. The columns are shuffled for engagement.

4. Gap-Filling in Paragraph Format (with Word Bank)

Word Bank:
fan favorite, speedy, villain, pain, loss, adoptive parents, rivalry, moviegoers, come to life, teasers

The new animated movie features a ______________ character who suffers a ______________ unlike any other. With the help of his ______________, he learns to cope with the ______________ of a loved one while navigating a fierce ______________ with the film’s ______________. Early ______________ of the film promised a thrilling story, and ______________ were not disappointed. The vibrant animation made the characters ______________, captivating audiences worldwide.

5. Multiple Choice Task

Instructions: Choose the correct answer.

1. What term describes a short promotional video for a movie?
   a. Pain
   b. Rivalry
   c. Teasers
   d. Appearance

2. Which word refers to a fast-paced quality?
   a. Speedy
   b. Villain
   c. Adoptive
   d. Nervous

3. What is the term for foster caregivers in a movie?
   a. Adoptive parents
   b. Moviegoers
   c. Fan favorite
   d. Appearance

4. Which term describes a strong competition or conflict?
   a. Teasers
   b. Rivalry
   c. Loss
   d. Villain

5. What word describes bringing characters or animations to reality?
   a. Come to life
   b. Pain
   c. Appearance
   d. Nervous

6. Which term describes a character beloved by audiences?
   a. Villain
   b. Fan favorite
   c. Moviegoers
   d. Speedy

7. What describes a bad character in a movie?
   a. Fan favorite
   b. Villain
   c. Adoptive parents
   d. Loss

8. What word refers to the audience in cinemas?
   a. Moviegoers
   b. Rivalry
   c. Teasers
   d. Onscreen

9. What is another term for showing up in a movie?
   a. Appearance
   b. Villain
   c. Teasers
   d. Speedy

10. Which term refers to remaining until the end of the credits?
    a. Stay through the credits
    b. Rivalry
    c. Adoptive parents
    d. Nervous

Answer Keys

1. Completion (with Word Bank)

1. fan favorite
2. speedy
3. voiced by
4. villain
5. hedgehog
6. pain
7. loss
8. back
9. play
10. onscreen
11. difficult to work with
12. nervous
13. jokingly tell
14. adoptive parents
15. moviegoers
16. rivalry
17. come to life
18. appearance
19. stay through the credits
20. teasers

2. Word Form

1. appearance
2. rivalry
3. nervousness
4. painfulness
5. teasers
6. joking
7. adoptive
8. credits
9. come to life
10. speedy

3. Synonym Matching

Column A - Column B

1. Fan favorite - Beloved character 
2. Speedy - Quick
3. Villain - Bad guy
4. Pain - Hurt
5. Loss - Absence
6. Teasers - Trailer
7. Adoptive parents - Foster parents
8. Moviegoers - Audience
9. Rivalry - Rivalry
10. Come to life - Appear

4. Gap-Filling in Paragraph Format (with Word Bank)

The new animated movie features a fan favorite character who suffers a pain unlike any other. With the help of his adoptive parents, he learns to cope with the loss of a loved one while navigating a fierce rivalry with the film’s villain. Early teasers of the film promised a thrilling story, and moviegoers were not disappointed. The vibrant animation made the characters come to life, captivating audiences worldwide.

5. Multiple Choice Task

1. c. Teasers
2. a. Speedy
3. a. Adoptive parents
4. b. Rivalry
5. a. Come to life
6. b. Fan favorite
7. b. Villain
8. a. Moviegoers
9. a. Appearance
10. a. Stay through the credits