Preview（腕試し）

The English word for "magic tape" is a trademark (商標) that doesn't look like a regular English word. Can you guess which one it is?

A. Velcro

B. Scotch tape

C. super tape

D. tape

Examples（例文）

Magic tape is called "Velcro" in English.

Velcro is the proper name for the fastening device often found on bags, jackets, and athletic shoes. It can be spelled either "velcro" (when used in a general sense), or "Velcro" (when used to mean the trademarked product).　

　

Exercises （練習）

Choose the best answer for the following sentences.

1. Velcro is often used with the verb fasten (which means "to attach"). Which sentence uses this verb naturally?

A. I fastened Velcro.

B. I fastened the Velcro straps on my shoes.

C. I fastened.

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2. We do use the word magic with some products. Which of the following is the name of a real product?

A. magic bicycle

B. magic marker

C. magic tape recorder