Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever watched or followed a sports tournament? If so, which one?
- How do you feel when your favorite team or athlete competes in a tournament?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- victory /VIK-tuh-ree/
- guarantee /gar-uhn-TEE/
- opponent /uh-POH-nuhnt/
- eager /EE-ger /
- evident /EV-i-duhnt/
[noun] – the act of winning or being successful in a competition, game, or battle
After a hard-fought match, their team celebrated their victory with cheers and applause.
[verb] – to promise or assure that something will happen or be provided, often with certainty
The manufacturer guarantees the quality of this product with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
[noun] – a person or team that is competing against another in a contest, game, or battle
The chess player studied their opponent’s moves carefully before making their next move.
[adjective] – feeling enthusiastic, excited, or very willing to do something
The children were eager to open their presents on Christmas morning.
[adjective] – clear and easily seen or understood; obvious
The damage to the car was evident, with dents and scratches all over the body.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
England’s remarkable Euro 2024 qualification, including a thrilling 3-1 victory over reigning champions Italy, highlights their talent under Coach Gareth Southgate. With promising young stars like Jude Bellingham, they’ve secured a coveted spot in the tournament, showcasing their potential to be a top team. This win made them very sure of themselves and guaranteed their spot in the tournament, even with two more games to play. The team has been consistently good in the last 24 years, only losing one game. At first, their group seemed tough, with Italy as a strong opponent, but England managed to win five games, tie one, and didn’t lose any during their qualification. Coach Gareth Southgate believes in England’s potential and aims for top-tier status. Beating Italy at Wembley, with stars like Kane and Rashford, showcases their prowess. Young talents, like Bellingham, make a significant impact, hinting at a diverse skill set. The team is eager for Euro 2024, aiming to excel with its strong history and consistent performance. The dream seems achievable.
England’s impressive Euro 2024 qualification, with a fantastic win over Italy, showcases their talented team under Coach Gareth Southgate. Their potential to be a top team is evident, and exciting young talents like Jude Bellingham contribute to their success. People are eager to see their performance and have high hopes for their future in international soccer.
England’s impressive Euro 2024 qualification, with a fantastic win over Italy, showcases their talented team under Coach Gareth Southgate. Their potential to be a top team is evident, and exciting young talents like Jude Bellingham contribute to their success. People are eager to see their performance and have high hopes for their future in international soccer.
Comprehension questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them based on the article.
- Who did England defeat in the event?
- How does the article describe the talent of young players like Jude Bellingham on the English team?
- Why did England secure a spot in the tournament with two more games to play?
- Who is the coach of the English team, and what are his goals for the team’s future?
- What made England’s qualification group initially seem tough, and how did they perform in it?
Discussion questions
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
- Have you ever followed the journey of a sports team in a tournament as closely as England’s national soccer team in Euro 2024? If so, what was your experience like? If not, would you consider doing so for a future tournament?
- Do you think watching a team’s impressive performance, like England’s, can boost your interest in soccer or other sports? If so, how did it impact your perspective? If not, why do you think some people are more passionate about sports than others?
- Do you agree that England’s victory over Italy in the critical match is a testament to their potential to become a top-seeded team?
- What factors do you think contribute to a sports team’s long-term success, as exemplified by England’s consistent performance? Are there any lessons from their journey that can be applied to other areas of life, such as education or career development?
- Considering the influence of young talents like Jude Bellingham on the team’s performance, how important is nurturing and promoting youth in sports, and what might be the broader implications of doing so in society?