Set the Scene:
Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the activity. Please consider the following:
- Have you ever attended or watched the Olympics? What was your favorite part about it?
- How do you think hosting the Olympics can impact a city and its people?
- What do you know about Brisbane, the host city of the 2032 Olympics?
- Have you heard about any controversies or challenges related to the Olympics? What are your thoughts on these issues?
- How do you think the Olympics can be made more engaging and relevant to the public?
Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:
Look at the featured image of this activity. What do you see in the image? What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Please discuss your thoughts and predictions with your partner or group.
Introduction:
Now, let’s read the introduction to the activity. Please take a few minutes to read the text and understand the context of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
Video Engagement:
Watch the video associated with this activity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTcvKlNI_mE. As you watch the video, please pause at the following points and discuss the questions with your partner or group:
- Pause at 2 minutes: What are the main challenges facing the 2032 Brisbane Olympics? How do you think these challenges can be addressed?
- Pause at 5 minutes: What is the significance of the new bidding process introduced by the IOC in 2020? How did it affect Brisbane’s Olympic bid?
- Pause at 8 minutes: What are the concerns related to the use of Victoria Park for the Olympics? How do you think these concerns can be resolved?
After watching the video, please visit the original post for more information: https://maestrocursos.com.br/quizzed-esl-activities/why-the-next-olympics-are-already-a-mess/.
Vocabulary Focus:
Let’s review some key vocabulary related to the activity:
| Term | Definition | Example Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Proactive Dialogue | A process where parties engage in open and collaborative communication to achieve a mutual goal. | The IOC introduced a reformed bidding process that allows for proactive dialogue with cities before formal bidding. |
| Indigenous Australians | The native people of Australia, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. | The 2000 Sydney Olympics marked a turning point in global recognition of indigenous Australians. |
| Infrastructure Projects | Large-scale construction or development projects that improve a city’s or country’s infrastructure. | Brisbane’s Olympic bid has already spurred significant infrastructure projects, including a $6.3 billion rail line. |
| Public Apathy | A lack of interest or concern among the general public. | High costs and public apathy are significant challenges facing the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. |
| Ancestral Remains | The remains of ancestors, often considered sacred or culturally significant. | Local indigenous groups have sued the government over the use of Victoria Park, citing potential ancestral remains. |
| Streamlined Games | A more efficient and cost-effective approach to hosting the Olympics. | The new era of more streamlined and less expensive games is working out its issues publicly. |
| The importance or value of a place, event, or object in terms of its history or cultural impact. | Local indigenous groups have sued the government over the use of Victoria Park, citing its historical significance. | |
| Bidding Process | The process by which cities or countries compete to host a major event, such as the Olympics. | The IOC introduced a reformed bidding process in 2020, allowing for proactive dialogue with cities before formal bidding. |
| Rapid Growth | A period of rapid expansion or development, often characterized by increased population, economic activity, or infrastructure development. | Brisbane is expected to undergo significant changes by 2032, driven by its rapid growth and desire to be on par with other major Australian cities. |
Vocabulary Quiz:
Test your understanding of the vocabulary with the following quiz:
- Which term is used to describe Queensland, the state where Brisbane is located?
- A) The Tropical State
- B) The Sunshine Coast
- C) The Sunshine State
- D) The Coastal State
- What was the outcome of the 2000 Sydney Olympics in terms of global recognition?
- A) It led to a decrease in global recognition of Australia
- B) It had no impact on global recognition of Australia
- C) It marked a turning point in global recognition of indigenous Australians
- D) It resulted in Australia being removed from the global map
- What was the result of the new bidding process introduced by the IOC in 2020 for Brisbane’s Olympic bid?
- A) Brisbane had to bid against multiple cities
- B) The bidding process was delayed by 5 years
- C) Brisbane had no competitors and more time to prepare
- D) The IOC rejected Brisbane’s bid
- What is one of the concerns faced by Brisbane’s Olympic bid?
- A) The lack of infrastructure projects
- B) The high costs and public apathy
- C) The lack of indigenous concerns
- D) The small size of the Olympic stadium
- What is expected to happen to Brisbane by 2032?
- A) It will remain the same as it is today
- B) It will undergo significant changes driven by rapid growth
- C) It will become a smaller city
- D) It will be replaced by a new city
Answer Key:
- C) The Sunshine State
- C) It marked a turning point in global recognition of indigenous Australians
- C) Brisbane had no competitors and more time to prepare
- B) The high costs and public apathy
- B) It will undergo significant changes driven by rapid growth
Grammar Focus:
The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that started in the past and have a connection to the present. It is formed using the auxiliary verb “has” or “have” and the past participle of the main verb. In the context of the text, the present perfect tense is used to describe the challenges facing the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, such as have faced concerns and has already spurred significant infrastructure projects.
Grammar Quiz:
Choose the correct answer for each question:
- The 2032 Brisbane Olympics ____________________ significant challenges, including being over budget and deeply unpopular with the public