Wild goose chase

The video discusses a student's quest to find a mythical two-headed animal at the zoo, prompted by a classmate's bet. The teacher explains that this is a 'Wild Goose Chase,' an idiom meaning a futile search. The term originally referred to a type of horse race, but its meaning evolved over time. The student reflects on the likelihood of success and considers checking the goose exhibit just in case.

What is the student searching for at the zoo?

• A rare bird

• A lost classmate

• A two-headed animal

• A wild goose

What does the teacher suggest the student might be on?

• A treasure hunt

• A field trip

• A scavenger hunt

• A Wild Goose Chase

What was the original meaning of 'Wild Goose Chase'?

• A type of horse race

• A bird-watching activity

• A search for a mythical creature

• A children's game

How did the meaning of 'Wild Goose Chase' evolve over time?

• It referred to a type of dance

• It was used to describe a successful hunt

• It started to mean a futile search

• It became associated with a type of bird

What does the student decide to do at the end of the conversation?

• Check the goose exhibit

• Visit a different zoo

• Ask another classmate

• Give up the search