Solutions - Pre-Intermediate - Unit 3 - 3A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - 3A in the Solutions Pre-Intermediate coursebook, such as "news bulletin", "soap opera", "special effects", etc.

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Solutions - Pre-Intermediate
film [noun]

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

Ex: As part of their film studies course , students analyzed the cinematography and narrative structure of various iconic films .

a show or series of shows that is broadcasted on television at specific times, which can include news, movies, TV series, educational content, and other types of programming

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a film genre that has a lot of exciting events, and usually contains violence

Ex: The action film won several awards for its choreography and special effects , showcasing the hard work of the production team .

a movie in which animated characters move

Ex: Some animations appeal to both children and adults , with clever humor and deeper themes woven into the story .

a program where a host talks to famous people and experts about different topics, often with audience participation

Ex: Audience members often get to ask questions on the popular chat show .
comedy [noun]

a genre that emphasizes humor and often has a happy or lighthearted conclusion

Ex: The comedy genre has evolved significantly over the years .

a movie or TV program based on true stories giving facts about a particular person or event

Ex: The documentary series on Netflix explores different aspects of science .
fantasy [noun]

a type of story, movie, etc. based on imagination, often involving magic and adventure

Ex: The fantasy film depicts a world where magic is an everyday occurrence .

a television or radio program where people compete against each other to win prizes

Ex: Contestants on the game show answered trivia questions for cash rewards .

a film genre that has a lot of unnatural or frightening events intending to scare people

Ex: The director 's latest horror film received rave reviews for its innovative storytelling and terrifying visuals .
musical [noun]

any theatrical performance that combines singing, dancing, and acting to tell a story

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a quick and brief report about what's happening that gets shown on TV, radio or online several times a day

Ex: He turned on the television to catch the latest news bulletin .

a genre of movie that depicts the comic events resulting in the development of a romantic relationship

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books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

Ex: She is writing a science fiction story about time travel .
sitcom [noun]

a humorous show on television or radio with the same characters being involved with numerous funny situations in different episodes

Ex: His go-to comfort show is a classic sitcom from the ' 90s .

a TV or radio show, broadcast regularly, dealing with the routine life of a group of people and their problems

Ex: He used to listen to soap operas on the radio with his grandmother .

A TV show or movie that shows what life was like in the past and tries to get the detailst are typical or evocative of the era

Ex: The film ’s period drama style was praised for its attention to historical detail .

entertainment shows on television about the lives of ordinary people in real situations

Ex: My sister loves reality TV shows , especially the ones about survival challenges .

an event or competition in which participants showcase their skills or talents in front of an audience and a panel of judges

Ex: He became famous after winning a talent show with his impressive dance moves .
thriller [noun]

a movie, novel, etc. with an exciting plot that deals with crime

Ex: She ’s a fan of crime thrillers , especially those with complex plots .
war film [noun]

a type of movie that shows stories about wars and the people involved, with a focus on action, drama, and the effects of war

Ex: They watched a war film that focused on the struggles of a single platoon .

a report on possible weather conditions and how they will change in the following day or days

Ex: I always check the weather forecast in the morning before deciding what to wear .
Western [noun]

a movie or book that usually involves the lives and adventures of cowboys and settlers in American West

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aspect [noun]

a defining or distinctive feature of something

Ex: He explained every aspect of the plan in detail .
acting [noun]

the job or art of performing in movies, plays or TV series

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a person or an animal represented in a book, play, movie, etc.

Ex: Hamlet is a tragic character in Shakespeare ’s play .
ending [noun]

the final part of a story, movie, etc.

Ex: The ending of the play was very dramatic .
plot [noun]

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: She explained the plot of the play , highlighting the main conflicts and resolutions .
scene [noun]

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

Ex: The opening scene of the movie was shot in Paris .
script [noun]

a written text that a movie, show, or play is based on

Ex: She worked with the director to revise the script before filming began .

the recorded sounds, speeches, or music of a movie, play, or musical

Ex: The soundtrack includes several original songs written specifically for the movie .

techniques used in movies and other media to create cool visuals or sounds using computers or filmmaking tricks to add excitement

Ex: Her favorite part of the movie was the impressive special effects that made the spaceship look like it was flying through space .