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devastation and collapsed buildings n an aftermath after an earthquake

Vocabulary: earthquakes (tremor aftershock, collapse, warning signs, to be prone to, magnitude, death toll, devastating)
Video: Why Morocco’s earthquake was so deadly
Speaking: conversation questions, brainstorming

6:07

England's women National football team at the FIFA Women's World Cup

Reading: Short history of the Women’s World Cup tournament
Vocabulary: reigning champions, contenders, underdogs, to make history, a three-peat, debut, breakout stars
Video: What you need to know about the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

5:00

a screenshot from the barbie movie with Margot Robbie

Vocabulary: to hit the cinemas, to gain exposure, a blockbuster hit, to create buzz, to generate hype
Reading: 6 films with successful marketing strategies
Video: Uncovering Barbie’s secret: The marketing magic behind the most anticipated movie of the year!

3:47

threads logo

Vocabulary: leverage, privacy concern, challenger, buzz, direct competitor
Video: Meta’s new Threads app ignites social media war with Twitter
Speaking: social media platforms, competition

3:01

a broken heart made of puzzle pieces

Vocabulary: slang words (diss, troll, slam, roast, shade, take a dig)
Video: Shakira opens up in new song, ‘BZRP Music Sessions #53
Speaking: conversation questions about relationships, breakups, revenge and forgiveness

1:54

Idiom and phrasal verb boosters