Squid Game to become Reality Series
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SQUID GAME TO BECOME REALITY SERIES
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1. Do you enjoy watching game shows? Why/why not?
2. Why do you think game shows are popular? Did you watch Squid Game? If so, did you like it? Why/why not?
3. Would you ever consider taking part in a game show or reality TV series?
4. Do you think people who take part in game shows or reality TV series are more interested in money or becoming famous?
1. Warm up
Discuss these questions
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2. Pre-listening task: vocabulary focus
1. inevitable (adj.) 2. streaming platform (n)
3. participant (n) 4. recruit (n)
5. empty-handed (adj.) 6. miss out (phr. v)
7. initially (adv.) 8. controversy (n)
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Part A: Match words with the correct definitions.
inevitable (adj.)
participant (n)
empty-handed (adj.)
initially (adv.)
describing something that cannot be avoided or prevented
a person who is taking part in an activity, event or competition
without getting what you wanted
at the beginning
describing something that cannot be avoided or prevented
a person who is taking part in an activity, event or competition
without getting what you wanted
at the beginning
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Part A: Match words with the correct definitions.
streaming platform (n)
recruit (n)
miss out (phr. v)
controversy (n)
an online entertainment website or app where viewers can watch series, films etc.
a person who joins an organization, a company, etc.
fail to use an opportunity to enjoy or benefit from something
public discussion and argument, about something that many people strongly disagree about
an online entertainment website or app where viewers can watch series, films etc.
a person who joins an organization, a company, etc.
fail to use an opportunity to enjoy or benefit from something
public discussion and argument, about something that many people strongly disagree about
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3. Listening for specific information
Listen to the report. Match the numbers and dates mentioned with the things they relate to.
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4. Listening for comprehension
Listen to the report again. Answer the questions true, false or not given.
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Multiple Choice
1. The reality TV show will feature recruits from around the world. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
2. The new reality show will consist of nine episodes. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
3. None of the participants will go home empty-handed, with the prize money being shared by everyone. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
4. The TV show will be open to people who don’t speak English. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
5. In terms of viewing figures, Squid Game is the most popular Netflix series of all time. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
6. Although popular, the series was banned in 94 countries around the world. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
7. Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk originally intended the series to be a film. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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Multiple Choice
8. The series caused controversy online because of its violent content and mistakes in the subtitles. _____
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
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What do you think about what you have heard in the news?
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5. Reading: general vocabulary - Part I
1. More and more people are stealing food from supermarkets in my country. I guess they’re becoming desperate! (adj.)
2. We chose not to hire him in the end, as he was overqualified and we thought he would probably get bored of the job within a few months. (adj.)
3. If you’re fed up with being exploited by your boss, maybe it’s time to look for a new job. (v)
4. I find the news quite upsetting these days, so I try to avoid watching it. (adj.)
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Part A: Match the words and phrases in bold with the correct definitions.
1. desperate! (adj.)
2. overqualified (adj.)
3. exploited (v.)
4. upsetting (adj.)
feeling that you have little hope and are ready to do anything without worrying about the danger
having more experience or training than is necessary for a job, so people don't want to employ you
treat a person or situation as an opportunity to gain an advantage for yourself
making you feel unhappy, anxious or annoyed
feeling that you have little hope and are ready to do anything without worrying about the danger
having more experience or training than is necessary for a job, so people don't want to employ you
treat a person or situation as an opportunity to gain an advantage for yourself
making you feel unhappy, anxious or annoyed
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5. Reading: general vocabulary - Part II
1. It’s a big relief to finally find a place to live. We’ve been looking for months! (n)
2. If she’s selected, Jennifer will become the youngest swimmer to represent her country. (v)
3. We had another huge argument yesterday. He thinks we should sell the house, but I don’t want to move. (n)
4. I was horrified to discover that people were upset by my jokes. I thought they loved them! (adj.)
Subject | Subject
Some text here about the topic of discussion
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Match
Part A: Match the words and phrases in bold with the correct definitions.
1. relief (n.)
2. selected (v.)
3. argument (n.)
4. horrified (adj.)
the feeling of happiness that you have when something unpleasant stops or does not happen
choose somebody/something from a group of people or things, usually according to a system
a conversation or discussion in which two or more people disagree, often angrily
extremely shocked or frightened
the feeling of happiness that you have when something unpleasant stops or does not happen
choose somebody/something from a group of people or things, usually according to a system
a conversation or discussion in which two or more people disagree, often angrily
extremely shocked or frightened
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1. Have you ever been told that you were overqualified for a job?
2. If you were told you had been selected for a games show that you hadn’t applied to, would you take part in it?
3. If you won a large amount of money and never had to work again, would it be a relief, or would you want to continue working anyway?
4. If you were desperate for money, would you consider doing something illegal?
Discuss these questions
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6. Reading for general understanding
You are going to read a text about people’s opinions on the new Squid Game reality TV show. Scan the text quickly and match the profession with the correct speaker. One profession cannot be matched to any of the four speakers in the text and should be marked ‘Not given’
1. A recent graduate: __________
2. An athlete: __________
3. An athlete: __________
4. A writer: __________
5. A teacher: __________
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Multiple Choice
Ben, 34
It feels appropriate that a television series about a game show would result in an actual game show based on the series. That being said, I think it’s in bad taste. The original, which I enjoyed, was very violent. That’s fine within the context of the series, which is about poor people being exploited by the super-rich. The contestants are all desperate, ready to do almost anything for money. Making a real-life game show in which people are encouraged to play similar games – again, for money – seems a little too close to the story of the fictional series. Then again, perhaps the problem is game show culture in general. Maybe we should try to make sure employees are all paid fairly instead of offering the distant hope of winning a large amount of money to escape our difficult lives. That’s what my novel is about, and I think it’s an important message for our times.
A recent graduate
An athlete
An artist
A writer
A teacher
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Multiple Choice
Callie, 23
I just finished university, and even though I got good grades, I can’t find a job. There’s nothing at all in my town – even in the capital, there doesn’t seem to be any graduate opportunities. I’ve started looking for lower-paid jobs, but they usually tell me I’m overqualified. Four-and-a-half million is a lot of money, a life-changing figure, and I’m seriously thinking about applying. The only thing that worries me is the idea of being on television. I don’t really want to be famous, and I don’t think I could deal with the attention. I also think it wouldn’t be fair to my family. Then again, it’s quite unlikely that I would win, so I might not have to worry about it! I’ll talk the idea over with my friends. There are probably easier ways to get rich!
A recent graduate
An athlete
An artist
A writer
A teacher
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Multiple Choice
Nico, 21
I applied yesterday. I had to send a video off and take some photos, which I don’t mind doing – I’m quite comfortable with my appearance. I think I stand a good chance of being selected. I’m very charming, and I’ve done some minor TV work before, such as adverts for clothes shops. As for winning the thing, I’ll cross that bridge when I come to it. As a longdistance runner, I’m physically fit, though, and I go to the gym several times a week, so I think I’ll be able to compete in any of the more active games. My friend, Sandra, thinks it’s a very bad idea, and my parents aren’t excited about me doing it, but I have to make my own decisions, and I think this is the right move for me. I’m already setting up an Instagram account in case I get chosen. Wish me luck!
A recent graduate
An athlete
An artist
A writer
A teacher
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Multiple Choice
Kate, 44
My teenage daughter told me about the game show yesterday. She said she was thinking of applying. We had a huge argument, and she ran out of the house crying. I felt a bit bad, but I was horrified at the idea of her taking part in something like that. I watched the first episode of Squid Game and found it to be very upsetting. It’s far too violent, in my opinion, and I really don’t think teenagers should be watching it. I certainly wouldn’t recommend it to any of my students! I suppose my daughter saw it at her friend’s house. Anyway, today, I discovered that you have to be over 21 to participate in the series. Imagine my relief! My daughter seemed disappointed, but I think she was secretly relieved too. I took her for ice cream to make things up to her. I told her that, if she wants to be famous, she’s better off focusing on her paintings instead. She’s a fantastic artist!
A recent graduate
An athlete
An artist
A writer
A teacher
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7. Reading comprehension
Read the article again. For each question, choose the answer you believe best suits the speaker.
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Multiple Choice
1. According to Ben, what is wrong with game show culture?
a. He thinks game shows exploit desperate people, and that we should focus on paying everyone fairly instead.
b. He thinks that game shows are old-fashioned and boring to watch.
c. He thinks game shows are too violent and encourage people to copy dangerous games in real life.
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Multiple Choice
2. Why is Callie not sure about applying for the Squid Game reality TV show?
a. She doesn’t think she’ll win.
b. She’s worried about the way she’ll look on television.
c. She doesn’t want to become famous.
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3. Why is Nico confident about his chances of winning the reality TV show?
a. He feels good about the way he looks and thinks that other participants will like him.
b. He has had experience in TV before.
c. He is in good shape and thinks he has a good chance of winning any of the physical games.
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Multiple Choice
4. Why was Kate relieved?
a. Her daughter decided not to take part in the new show.
b. Her daughter can’t take part in the new show because you have to be over 21 to participate.
c. Her daughter wants to focus on her art instead and is hoping to become a famous painter.
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1. Do you think the new Squid Game reality TV show is a good or bad idea?
2. Why do you think the original Squid Game series is so popular?
3. Would you like to be famous, or would you find it difficult to deal with the attention?
4. If you wanted to be on a TV show but your family weren’t excited about the idea, would you do it anyway?
5. Are the violent elements of Squid Game a problem, or are they necessary for the story?
6. How can we protect children from copying violent scenes from television shows?
8. Talking point
SQUID GAME TO BECOME REALITY SERIES
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