Lj2 - Week 19 - World's Weirdest Laws

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• Studiejaar 2

World's Weirdest Laws

Listening & reading lesson

Watch this video and answer the questions.

00:19-00:24

antiquated = verouderd

01:06

What kind of clothing cannot be worn in parliament?

1. A short skirt
2. A black suit
3. A suit of armour
4. A tuxedo

01:24

When is it allowed to beat a carpet or rug before 8am in the UK?

1. Only if it's a Persian rug
2. Only if it's made of silk
3. Only if it's a car mat
4. Only if it's a doormat

01:35-01:38

to spend a penny = plassen

02:22

What does a Scotsman owe you if you find he's wearing underwear underneath his kilt?

1. Two beers
2. Three beers
3. A large whiskey
4. An apology

02:48

Where in America do you face the death penalty if you put salt on the railway tracks?

1. Baltimore
2. Birmingham
3. Boston
4. Bridgewater

03:45

Whose permission do women need to get dentures in Vermont?

1. Their dentist's
2. Their boss'
3. Their dad's
4. Their husband's

04:33

What are you not allowed to wear when sightseeing in Greece?

1. Flat heels
2. Wedge heels
3. High heels
4. Kitten Heels

05:24

What can a man use as a down payment to pay off a debt in India

1. His pets
2. His wife
3. His house
4. A percentage of his wages

Now read the following texts and answer the questions.

A cyclist is NEVER guilty when they hit a car.

1. True
2. False

How can you get married in The Netherlands?

Why is it illegal to pee in canals?

Well done, you've made it to the end of the lesson.

If there is time left, go to https://lyricstraining.com/ to practice reading, listening and writing.

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