This is a free B1 intermediate level English listening lesson about Olympic Games, generated using Cathoven AI tools. It includes listening exercises in various formats, along with answer keys and explanations.
- True/False questions
- Multiple choice questions
- Short answer questions
History of Olympic Games
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- Review Answer Keys and Explanations
How to use this listening lesson
- Listen to the Material
- Check the Transcript
- Solve the Questions
- Review Answer Keys and Explanations
Transcript
Transcript
The Olympic Games have a long and rich history. They began in ancient Greece. The first recorded event took place in Olympia in 776 BC. These games were held every four years in honor of Zeus. Winning athletes were given olive leaf wreaths as prizes. The ancient games included running, wrestling, and chariot racing. After many centuries, the modern Olympic Games were revived. They started again in 1896 in Athens, Greece. A Frenchman called Pierre de Coubertin helped to restart them. The first modern Olympics had 13 countries participating. Over time, the number of sports and countries grew. The Olympic movement promotes peace and friendship among nations. Today, there are both summer and winter games. They take place every four years, each in different cities. Athletes from around the world come to compete. The symbol of the Olympics is five interlocking rings. These rings represent the unity of the five continents. The Olympics have faced challenges like political issues and boycotts. However, they continue to inspire millions. The games showcase the best of human sporting excellence. They also bring people together, celebrating both competition and camaraderie. Watching the Olympics is a cherished tradition for many families around the globe.
Text Analysis
General Level: B1.8
Vocabulary: B2.3
Verb Form: B1.2
Clause: A1.6
Prosody: B1.9
Phrases and Idioms
Lemma | Sentences |
around the globe | · Watching the Olympics is a cherished tradition for many families around the globe. |
bring (someone or something) together | · They also bring people together, celebrating both competition and camaraderie. |
in honor of (someone or something) | · These games were held every four years in honor of Zeus. |
over time | · Over time, the number of sports and countries grew. |
take something in | · The first recorded event took place in Olympia in 776 BC. |
the best of (someone or something) | · The games showcase the best of human sporting excellence. |
Listening Comprehension Exercises
True / False / Not Given
- The ancient Olympic Games were held every four years to honor Athena.
- The revival of the modern Olympic Games began in 1896 with the help of Pierre de Coubertin.
- The Winter Olympic Games occur every two years.
- The five rings in the Olympics symbol represent the unity of different continents.
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Short Answer Questions
- What was the primary reason for holding the ancient Olympic Games every four years?
- Who was instrumental in the revival of the modern Olympic Games?
- What do the five interlocking rings of the Olympic symbol represent?
Answer Key
True / False / Not Given Answers
1.
Answer: False
Explanation: The ancient Olympic Games were actually held every four years in honor of Zeus, not Athena.
Answer location: “These games were held every four years in honor of Zeus.”
2.
Answer: True
Explanation: Pierre de Coubertin was instrumental in restarting the modern Olympics in 1896 in Athens, Greece.
Answer location: “They started again in 1896 in Athens, Greece. A Frenchman called Pierre de Coubertin helped to restart them.”
3.
Answer: Not Given
Explanation: The transcript mentions that the Olympic Games take place every four years but does not specify the frequency of the Winter Games separately.
Answer location: “N/A”
4.
Answer: True
Explanation: The five interlocking rings in the Olympics symbol indeed represent the unity of the five continents.
Answer location: “The symbol of the Olympics is five interlocking rings. These rings represent the unity of the five continents.”
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Short Answer Answers
1.
Answer: In honor of Zeus.
Explanation: The ancient Olympic Games were held to honor Zeus, showcasing reverence to the Greek god.
Answer location: “These games were held every four years in honor of Zeus.”
2.
Answer: Pierre de Coubertin.
Explanation: Pierre de Coubertin played a crucial role in reviving the modern Olympic Games, reigniting the tradition in 1896.
Answer location: “A Frenchman called Pierre de Coubertin helped to restart them.”
3.
Answer: Unity of the five continents.
Explanation: The five interlocking rings symbolize the unity and coming together of the five continents through the Olympic Games.
Answer location: “These rings represent the unity of the five continents.”
