B1 – Intermediate
The National Sports Day is celebrated in Qatar every second Tuesday of February.
They believe that “an active life is important for public health”.
The government hopes that the citizens take care of their health more. The holiday is so they not only watch sports, but actually practice them.
Listen to the audio and read the transcript about Qatar National Sports Day.
https://www.newsinlevels.com/products/qatar-national-sports-day-level-3
Vocabulary Questions:
- What is a “major center for (something)”? “In recent years, Qatar has become a major center for international sport and has hosted large events such as the football World Cup.” Use the phrase in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “to take part in (something)” mean? “The government wants people to focus on health and take part in sports instead of just watching them.” Use the phrase in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “to host” mean in this sentence, “In recent years, Qatar has become a major center for international sport and has hosted large events such as the football World Cup.”? Use the verb in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
Discussion Questions:
- What is your opinion about a public holiday for sports?
- Would you like to have the same holiday in your country? Why or why not?
- Do you think the government should decide whether people take part in sports instead of just watching them? Share your opinion.
- What is your opinion on this, “An active life is important for public health.”?
- How much is your country and the people involved and invested in sports?
- What sports do you enjoy? What are those that you would like to try?