TV Programmes
The Passive
Musical Instruments
From Active to Passive
Electronic Media
100

This type of TV programme features animated characters and is often enjoyed by younger audiences. It can be funny, adventurous, or educational.

 cartoon

100

The homework __________ (assign) by the teacher every day.

 is assigned

100

This instrument looks like a big wooden box with black and white keys. It’s made of wood, metal, and plastic, and it comes from Europe (Italy). You play it by pressing the keys with your fingers.

piano

100

The chef cooks the meal every day.

The meal is cooked by the chef every day.

100

This is a type of electronic media where you can listen to music, news, or talk shows. It uses radio waves to broadcast content, and you can tune in using a radio device.

radio

200

This daily or weekly programme provides updates on current events locally and around the world. It often includes interviews, reports, and live footage.

the news

200

The new museum __________ (open) by the mayor last week.

was opened

200

This instrument looks like a wooden box with six strings. It’s made of wood and metal strings, and it comes from Spain. You play it by strumming or plucking the strings.

guitar

200

The teacher assigned the homework yesterday.

The homework was assigned by the teacher yesterday.

200

This is a platform where people can share short video clips, often with creative effects, music, or challenges. It became extremely popular in the 2020s, especially among teenagers.

TikTok

300

This type of programme revolves around a group of characters living in a particular setting, often focusing on their relationships, conflicts, and dramatic storylines. New episodes are released frequently, sometimes even daily.

soap opera

300

The dishes __________ (wash) by the robot vacuum cleaner every evening.

are washed

300

This instrument looks like round drums with stretched tops. It’s made of wood or metal with plastic or skin tops, and it comes from Africa and Asia. You play it by hitting it with sticks or your hands.

bongos (or drums in general)

300

The company delivers the packages every morning.

The packages are delivered by the company every morning.

300

This is a type of electronic media where you can watch videos on demand. It is often used for entertainment, education, and tutorials, and it is one of the most visited websites in the world.

YouTube

400

This programme type showcases the latest trends in clothing and accessories, often featuring models walking down a runway. It is popular during fashion weeks in cities like Paris, Milan, and New York.

fashion show

400

The famous painting __________ (steal) from the gallery in 2024.

was stolen

400

This instrument looks like a small wooden box with four strings and a bow. It’s made of wood and horsehair, and it comes from Italy. You play it by moving the bow across the strings or plucking them.

violin

400

 The artist painted the mural last year.

The mural was painted by the artist last year.

400

This is a form of electronic media where you can read books, magazines, or newspapers on a digital device. It is often used for convenience and portability.

e-book

500

This type of programme explores the natural world, often featuring stunning visuals of wildlife, ecosystems, and environmental issues. It is both educational and visually captivating, with narrators explaining the scenes.

nature programme

500

The annual awards ceremony __________ (broadcast) live on TV every year.

 is broadcast

500

This instrument looks like a long, two-stringed instrument with a pear-shaped body. It’s made of wood and strings, and it comes from Kazakhstan. You play it by plucking or strumming the strings.

dombra

500

The scientists discovered a new planet in 2023.

A new planet was discovered by the scientists in 2023.

500

This is a type of electronic media where users can share photos and short videos with filters and effects. It is very popular among younger audiences and is often used for visual storytelling.

Instagram