B2 — Upper Intermediate
A hydration break is a short pause during a World Cup match when play is temporarily stopped. During this time, players drink water and rest. This helps them maintain body temperature and prevent fatigue, especially in hot conditions.
However, many people have expressed dissatisfaction with the said water breaks.
Read the article about the controversial hydration breaks at the World Cup.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2606/260622-hydration-breaks-world-cup.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- What is a “hydration break”? ”Football fans worldwide are not happy about the introduction of hydration breaks at the World Cup.” Use the idiom in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “jeering” mean? “Spectators in the stadiums have been expressing their dissatisfaction with the breaks in play by booing and jeering.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “consternation” mean? ”They are not the only ones to express their consternation.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- What are the good and bad things about hydration breaks during a sports event such as football?
- Personally, what is your opinion about the hydration breaks at the World Cup?
- Do you agree or disagree, “The breaks disrupting the free-flowing nature and momentum of games.”?
- Share your opinion, “The breaks are mainly for commercial reasons.”
- What is your opinion on this, “Given the financial benefits, it is highly likely that the breaks will remain a long-term feature.”?