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Watching kids' cartoons can be an effective way to learn a language. The basic plot lines of kids' cartoons are fairly simple, the characters speak more slowly and the dialogue is typically standard and casual. Here are four worldwide popular kids5 cartoons which may help you with your English learning.
Peppa Pig
Peppa Pig, the pink piggy, has gained worldwide popularity. There are even videos showing an American child speaking in a British accent to her mom after watching the popular cartoon.
The Simpsons
The Simpsons in the 90's was smart, culturally savvy （有见识的），and unbelievably entertaining TV about an average American family. At its height, no show — animated or otherwise ——could reach The Simpsons' greatness. From the cleverness of "Marge vs. the Monorail" to everything Lisa Simpson ever said, The Simpsons was fearless and game-changing television.
Once Upon a Time
Once Upon a Time is a French educational animation, created by Procidis. There are seven series, each focusing on different aspects of knowledge. These are mostly historical, focusing on the overall history of mankind or specified historical fields, such as the lives and achievements of the explorers or inventors.
Sazae-san
Sazae-san is more than a kids’ show. It's a cultural institution, a national treasure and the longest-running animated series in the world, ever! It's about a typical Japanese big family living together in Tokyo. The central character is an outspoken but somewhat clumsy woman in her early 20s, living with her husband, son, father, mother, brother and sister all under one roof.
All of the characters are colorful and funny, and all are named after fish!
21. Why does the American girl speak in a British accent?
A. She was born and brought up in Britain.
B. Peppa Pig has strongly influenced her.
C. The British accent is popular in. America.
D. She wants to make fun of her mother.
22. Which will you choose as a fan of history?
A. Peppa Pig. B. The Simpsons.
C. Once Upon a Time. D. Sazae-san.
23. What can you learn about Sazae-san from the text?
A. It is about an ordinary American family.
B. It is the longest-running of the four.
C. It is a well-received French cartoon.
D. It includes seven different series.
