Unit 1: News Review
How to use the language from the latest news stories
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Charles III has been crowned King of the UK and the Commonwealth of Nations in a coronation ceremony.
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News Review
King Charles's Coronation
Charles III has been crowned King of the UK and the Commonwealth of Nations in a coronation ceremony.
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The story
Charles III has been crowned King of the UK and the Commonwealth of Nations in a coronation ceremony.
Members of the Royal Family and senior politicians from around the world attended.
Various events took place over the weekend, including a special concert and street parties.
But not everyone has been celebrating. Police controversially arrested anti-monarchy protesters on the day.
Key words and phrases
touching
emotional
- This book is really touching. It's based on soldiers' stories from the First World War.
- I found my friend's speech at graduation really touching.
wingman
a supportive person
- My grandad was a wingman in the Red Arrows. He supported all the other pilots in the air.
- Will you come on a double date with me? I need a wingman.
bolts
moves quickly
- She bolted down the stairs when she realised how late she was.
- I bolted to the supermarket but I was too late. It had just closed.
To do
Try our quiz to test yourself on today's language.
News Review quiz
3 Questions
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Which word means 'emotional'?Question 1 of 3
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Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Which expression means 'supportive friend'?Question 2 of 3
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Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Which expression means 'eat quickly'?Question 3 of 3
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