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B1 – Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Paris Olympics have begun, marking the start of a global celebration of sports and athletic excellence. Athletes from around the world are competing in various events, showcasing their skills and striving for medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The city of Paris is alive with energy and excitement as it hosts this major international event, drawing attention and enthusiasm from fans everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen to this audio and read the transcript about the start of Paris Olympics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.newsinlevels.com\/products\/paris-olympics-start-level-3\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What does iconic <\/em><\/strong>mean? “It featured international stars like Lady Gaga and C\u00e9line Dion, who performed at iconic<\/strong> Parisian landmarks.<\/em>” Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does landmark <\/em><\/strong>mean? “It featured international stars like Lady Gaga and C\u00e9line Dion, who performed at iconic Parisian landmarks<\/strong>.<\/em>” Use it in a sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does act <\/em><\/strong>mean here, “Lady Gaga performed \u2018Mon Truc En Plumes\u2019 in a Moulin Rouge-style act<\/strong>, while C\u00e9line Dion made an emotional return with \u2018I\u2019Hymne \u00e0 l\u2019Amour\u2019 from the Eiffel Tower.<\/em>” Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Question:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. What did you think about the Paris Olympics opening ceremony?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. How important are landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Moulin Rouge in showcasing a city\u2019s culture during an event? Explain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. In what ways do you think showcasing national symbols and values (like the French motto) helps in promoting a country during international events?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. How do you think the success of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony will influence future Olympic events?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. What are some other famous events or ceremonies around the world that highlight local culture?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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