Problems at the Venice Art Show

May 6, 2026, 21:21
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Introduction

The 61st Venice Biennale art show started with many problems. The judges left the show and people are protesting.

Main Body

The judges quit their jobs. They did not want to give prizes to Russia and Israel. Now, the visitors vote for the winners instead of the experts. Italy let Russia have a space at the show. Because of this, the European Union took away 2 million euros. Some people fought and protested at the Russian area. Many artists are angry about Israel and Gaza. Also, Iran closed its area. Some artists are fighting with their own governments about what art to show.

Conclusion

The show has no professional judges now. People are arguing about countries and art.

Learning

🛑 STOPPING ACTIONS

In this story, people stop doing things. In English, we use "did not" to talk about things that didn't happen in the past.

The Pattern: Person + did not + Action

  • The judges →\rightarrow did not →\rightarrow want

🌍 THE 'WHERE' WORDS

Look at how we talk about places in the text. We use "at" for specific events or spots.

  • at the show
  • at the Russian area

⚡ QUICK VOCABULARY

WordSimple Meaning
QuitTo stop a job
AngryNot happy / Mad
Instead ofIn place of

Example: "Visitors vote instead of experts." (Visitors = Yes ✅ →\rightarrow Experts = No ❌)

Vocabulary Learning

judge (n.)
person who decides or evaluates a case or competition
Example:The judge listened carefully before giving his verdict.
protesting (v.)
expressing opposition or disapproval by public demonstration
Example:People were protesting against the new law.
art (n.)
creative work or expression
Example:She displayed her art in the gallery.
show (n.)
an event where art or performances are displayed
Example:The art show attracted many visitors.
people (n.)
individuals as a group
Example:People gathered to watch the performance.
visitors (n.)
people who come to see something
Example:Visitors were excited to see the new exhibition.
vote (v.)
to choose by casting a ballot
Example:Visitors will vote for their favorite painting.
winner (n.)
person who wins a competition
Example:The winner received a trophy.
expert (n.)
person with specialized knowledge
Example:An expert explained the technique.
space (n.)
area or room
Example:The artist needed more space to work.
area (n.)
part of a place
Example:The protest area was crowded.
countries (n.)
nations
Example:Countries around the world joined the discussion.
government (n.)
the group that runs a country
Example:The government approved the new policy.
closed (v.)
shut or not open
Example:The museum was closed for renovations.
fighting (v.)
arguing or struggling
Example:They were fighting over the prize.
angry (adj.)
feeling upset or displeased
Example:The artist was angry about the decision.
prize (n.)
award given for winning
Example:The prize was a valuable sculpture.
job (n.)
work or employment
Example:He lost his job after the company closed.
million (n.)
a large number
Example:The prize was worth two million euros.
euro (n.)
currency used in Europe
Example:She paid 100 euros for the ticket.
professional (adj.)
relating to a profession
Example:They hired a professional to guide the exhibition.