VOICED : Un congelante Ano Nuevo en Francia

Participants in France celebrate the arrival of 2014 by singing, dancing, and swimming in cold waters. They use creative costumes and various strategies to combat the cold, such as starting with shoes. Despite the initial discomfort, many find the experience invigorating. After swimming, they warm up with soup.

What is the main activity the group is doing to celebrate the arrival of 2014?

• Singing and dancing

• Building snowmen

• Cooking a feast

• Lighting fireworks

How do some participants begin their entry into the cold water?

• By jumping in all at once

• By starting with their feet

• By using a diving board

• By wearing a wetsuit

What is the general feeling of participants after swimming in the cold water?

• They feel refreshed and energized

• They feel tired and exhausted

• They feel regretful and cold

• They feel indifferent and bored

What do participants do to recover from the cold after their swim?

• Take a hot shower

• Drink soup

• Drink hot chocolate

• Sit by a fire

What is the most challenging part of entering the cold water for many participants?

• The first few minutes

• The exit from the water

• The walk to the water

• The entire swim