VOICED:SOUTH AFRICA, Knysna : Shame and disaster for Les Bleus: the French team, down to ten

VOICED:SOUTH AFRICA, Knysna : Shame and disaster for Les Bleus: the French team, down to ten

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Following a 1/2 defeat against South Africa, France's World Cup performance was deemed disastrous both on and off the pitch. The team faced public outrage, with accusations of being spoiled and poorly managed. President Nicolas Sarkozy even convened a meeting to address the issue. The outgoing coach, Heyman Dominic, added to the controversy by refusing to shake hands with his South African counterpart. New coach Lohan Bloom is tasked with rebuilding the team, likely without key players like Teriyaki, Nicola Anelka, and William Gallas. The players have promised to explain themselves to the public and aim to regain support through future performances.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the French team in the World Cup?

They were disqualified before the tournament.

They finished at the bottom of their group.

They reached the semi-finals.

They won the championship.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the French public react to the team's performance?

They organized a parade for the team.

They celebrated the team's efforts.

They were indifferent to the results.

They were outraged and demanded changes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Nicolas Sarkozy take following the team's defeat?

He resigned from his position.

He organized a national holiday.

He called a meeting of government ministers.

He congratulated the team.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new coach, Lohan Bloom, expected to do?

Continue with the same team and strategy.

Focus on individual player achievements.

Rebuild the team and change its spirit.

Retire from coaching.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What have the players promised to do in response to the public's reaction?

Leave the team permanently.

Organize a protest against the government.

Explain their actions to the French people.

Ignore the criticism and continue as before.