Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Do you know what kind of content Netflix offers? If so, what kind of content do you like watching on Netflix? If not, would you like to try it?
- Have you heard that Netflix is showing live sports events now? If so, what sports would you like to see on Netflix? If not, do you think this is a good idea?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- triumph /TRAHY-uhmf/
- analyst /AN-l-ist/
- exclusive /ik-SKLOO-siv/
- groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/
- accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/
[verb] – to achieve a great victory or success
The team triumphed in the final match of the tournament.
[noun] – a person who studies or analyzes data in a particular field
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
[adjective] – limited to a particular group or purpose
The exclusive event was only open to VIP guests.
[adjective] – involving new and innovative ideas or methods
The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in medicine.
[adjective] – easy to approach, reach, or use
The website is accessible to all users, including people with disabilities.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
On December 25, Netflix made a historic move by broadcasting NFL games for the first time. Two games were played at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, featuring four of the top five teams in the AFC. The Kansas City Chiefs won their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a strong 29-10 victory, securing the top seed in the AFC. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens triumphed over the Houston Texans with a commanding 31-2 win. This event, which marked the NFL’s first Christmas Wednesday games since 2020, attracted attention from over 190 countries, with viewers able to watch in five different languages.
The broadcast became a major success, ranking as the second-most popular live title on Netflix. Although there were minor technical issues at the beginning, the event went smoothly overall. Analysts and commentators, including J.J. Watt, Nate Burleson, Ian Eagle, and Greg Olsen offered expert analysis throughout the broadcast. In addition to the games, Netflix showcased exclusive content, such as trailers for upcoming films, blending entertainment with live sports. This groundbreaking event emphasized how digital platforms, like Netflix, are transforming the way major sports events are viewed globally, allowing fans to enjoy an innovative and accessible viewing experience.
The broadcast became a major success, ranking as the second-most popular live title on Netflix. Although there were minor technical issues at the beginning, the event went smoothly overall. Analysts and commentators, including J.J. Watt, Nate Burleson, Ian Eagle, and Greg Olsen offered expert analysis throughout the broadcast. In addition to the games, Netflix showcased exclusive content, such as trailers for upcoming films, blending entertainment with live sports. This groundbreaking event emphasized how digital platforms, like Netflix, are transforming the way major sports events are viewed globally, allowing fans to enjoy an innovative and accessible viewing experience.
Comprehension questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them based on the article.
- What major event did Netflix broadcast for the first time on December 25?
- How many games were played at NRG Stadium in Houston?
- Which two teams won their games on December 25?
- What was the score of the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Pittsburgh Steelers?
- What did analysts offer during the broadcast?
Discussion questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever watched a live sports event on Netflix? If so, how did you feel about the experience? If not, would you like to try it?
- Have you ever had a favorite team win an important game? If so, what was the game, and how did you celebrate? If not, would you like to experience this?
- Do you agree that Netflix showing live sports events is a good idea?
- How could broadcasting live sports on Netflix change the way we watch TV shows and sports?
- Do you think digital platforms like Netflix can help make sports more popular? Why?