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Total English - Elementary - Unit 9 - Reference

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - Reference in the Total English Elementary coursebook, such as "documentary", "literature", "genre", etc.

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Total English - Elementary
modern art

art that is created from 1860s until 1970s in which a departure from traditional styles and values along with experimenting with new forms is dominant

Ex: The museum has a large collection of modern art. 
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traditional
traditional
[Adjective]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

Ex: The restaurant offers a traditional menu, focusing on familiar comfort foods rather than trendy dishes. 
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painting
painting
[noun]

a picture created by paint

Ex: Her bedroom wall features a painting of her favorite cityscape. 
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performance art

a modern type of art in which the artist and the audience are engaged in dramatic performance, often with political or social themes

Ex: He used performance art to address social and political issues. 
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ballet
ballet
[noun]

a form of performing art that narrates a story using complex dance movements set to music but no words

Ex: The ballet performance captivated the audience with its elegant choreography and beautiful music. 
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classical music

music that originated in Europe, has everlasting value, long-established rules, and elaborated forms

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while studying, as it helps her concentrate and relax. 
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film
film
[noun]

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

Ex: The film we watched last night was a gripping thriller that kept us on the edge of our seats until the very end. 
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opera
opera
[noun]

a musical play sung and performed by singers

Ex: He's an opera singer with a powerful voice. 
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rap music
rap music
[noun]

a genre of music that features spoken lyrics over a rhythmic and rhyming musical background

Ex: He listens to rap music every day. 
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rock music

a genre of popular music, with a strong beat played on electric guitars and drums, evolved from rock and roll and pop music

Ex: He hosts a radio show that explores the history of rock music. 
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theater
theater
[noun]

a place, usually a building, with a stage where plays and shows are performed

Ex: My sister and I are going to the theater to see a play tonight. 
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documentary

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

Ex: I saw a great documentary about the history of music. 
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talent show

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

Ex: She entered the talent show to showcase her singing ability. 
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literature

written works that are valued as works of art, such as novels, plays and poems

Ex: Her personal library was filled with an extensive collection of world literature, from ancient epics to contemporary short stories. 
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novel
novel
[noun]

a long written story that usually involves imaginary characters and places

Ex: She's reading a novel about a detective solving mysteries in a small town. 
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play
play
[noun]

a live presentation of a play or stage production

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poetry
poetry
[noun]

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

Ex: His poetry captures the beauty of nature with vivid and expressive language. 
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exhibition

a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

Ex: The art museum's latest exhibition features works by contemporary artists from around the world. 
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graffiti
graffiti
[noun]

pictures or words that are drawn on a public surface such as walls, doors, trains, etc.

Ex: The city launched a program to clean up graffiti from buildings and public spaces to improve the neighborhood's appearance. 
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bad guy
bad guy
[noun]

a character in a story or film who is portrayed as an antagonist or villain

Ex: The bad guy in the movie had a sinister plan. 
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character
character
[noun]

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

Ex: Harry Potter is a beloved character in the fantasy series by J.K. Rowling. 
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critic
critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The film critic praised the director's innovative storytelling and powerful performances in her review. 
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Oscar
Oscar
[noun]

an annual award given to the best director, movie, actor, etc. by the US Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Ex: She won an Oscar for Best Actress in her latest film. 
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scene
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 dream scene in the movie was very surreal. 
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villain
villain
[noun]

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

Ex: The villain plotted to take over the kingdom. 
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genre
genre
[noun]

a style of art, music, literature, film, etc. that has its own special features

Ex: Impressionism is a genre of painting known for its focus on light and color. 
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action film

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

Ex: The latest action film features breathtaking stunts and high-speed chases that kept the audience on the edge of their seats. 
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cartoon
cartoon
[noun]

a movie or TV show, made by photographing a series of drawings or models rather than real people or objects

Ex: My all-time favorite cartoon is 'Tom and Jerry'. 
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comedy
comedy
[noun]

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

Ex: The play is a comedy that explores the absurdity of everyday life. 
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horror film

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

Ex: The horror film kept me up all night, as I couldn’t stop thinking about its chilling plot twists. 
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love story

a story that focuses on the romantic relationship between two individuals and their experiences or adventures together

Ex: She loves reading a love story before bed. 
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musical
musical
[noun]

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

Ex: The school is putting on a musical this spring, and I can't wait to see the students showcase their talents in singing, dancing, and acting. 
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science fiction

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

Ex: He enjoys reading science fiction novels set in distant galaxies. 
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thriller
thriller
[noun]

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

Ex: He enjoys watching thrillers with intense action and unpredictable twists. 
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