Listening Practice HV2: Sports & Entertainment

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LISTENING PRACTICE HV2

INSTRUCTIONS

Watch/listen to two videos and answer the multiple choice & true/false questions based on each video:

• The U.S. women’s national soccer team’s heartbreaking World Cup loss

• Influential YouTuber Nikkie de Jager Sits Down With Ellen DeGeneres

The U.S. women’s national soccer team’s heartbreaking World Cup loss

1. What was the result of the U.S. women's soccer team in the World Cup?

1. They won the championship
2. They reached the semifinals
3. They were knocked out in the round of 16
4. They did not participate

2. What is Christine Brennan's role at USA Today?

1. Sports editor
2. Sports columnist
3. Reporter
4. Photographer

3. According to Christine Brennan, what is shocking about the U.S. team's performance?

1. It was predicted they would lose
2. They had the oldest team in the tournament
3. They played with fewer players
4. They didn't reach the Final Four for the first time

4. What did Christine Brennan say about the team's ability to score?

1. They scored many goals in each match
2. They struggled to score goals
3. They were the highest-scoring team
4. They had the best defense

5. How many new faces were on the U.S. women's soccer team?

1. 14
2. 18
3. 23
4. 24

6. What is one of the legacies left by the U.S. women's soccer team, according to Christine Brennan?

1. Winning the most World Cups
2. Inventing new soccer techniques
3. Having the most fans
4. Fighting for equal pay

7. What upcoming event could allow the U.S. team to bounce back?

1. Next World Cup
2. European Championship
3. Olympic Games
4. Champions League

True/False/Doesn't Say
8. The U.S. team missed three of the last four penalty kicks against Sweden.

1. True
2. False
3. Doesn't say

True/False/Doesn't Say
9. Megan Rapinoe has announced her retirement from the U.S. women's soccer team.

1. True
2. False
3. Doesn't say

10. Why is the U.S. women's team considered a "gold standard"?

1. They have never lost a match
2. They have won four World Cups and four Olympic gold medals
3. They are the oldest soccer team
4. They invented women's soccer

Influential YouTuber Nikkie de Jager Sits Down With Ellen DeGeneres

1. What was the reason Nikki decided to post her video?

1. She wanted to share her makeup tips.
2. She was blackmailed and forced to reveal her secret.
3. She was inspired by Ellen DeGeneres.
4. She was inspired by Ellen DeGeneres.

2. How did Nikki describe her mother's reaction to her wanting to wear girl clothes?

1. Her mother discouraged her.
2. Her mother was indifferent.
3. Her mother was supportive.
4. Her mother was confused.

3. What was Nikki's emotion after uploading the video?

1. She felt regretful.
2. She felt indifferent.
3. She felt angry.
4. She felt scared but hopeful.

4. Who encouraged Nikki to post her video?

1. Ellen DeGeneres
2. Her mother
3. Her fiancé, Dylan
4. Her best friend

5. What did Nikki hope to achieve by sharing her story?

1. To inspire other transgender people
2. To promote her makeup brand.
3. To gain more followers
4. To start a new career

6. How did people react to Nikki's video?

1. They were mostly negative.
2. They ignored it.
3. They were supportive and positive.
4. They were confused.

7. At what age did Nikki realize she was in the wrong body?

1. As an adult
2. As a child
3. As a young adult
4. As a teenager

8. Why did Nikki feel grateful after coming out publicly?

1. Why did Nikki feel grateful after coming out publicly? She received a brand sponsorship.
2. She became famous overnight.
3. She won an award.
4. She was able to be true to herself.

9. What does Nikki hope for other transgender people, even if they start their journey later in life?

1. They should be accepted and be themselves.
2. They should hide their identity.
3. They should follow her footsteps exactly.
4. They should transition early.

10. What organization was mentioned by Ellen in support of LGBTQ+ youth?

1. The Red Cross
2. Unicef
3. The LGBTQ+ Project
4. The Trevor Project

True/False/Doesn't say
11. Nikki regrets posting her video.

1. True
2. False
3. Doesn't say

True/False/Doesn't say
12. Ellen made a donation in Nikki's name to the Trevor Project.

1. True
2. False
3. Doesn't say

That's it!  Well done!