2 Given the different roles mentioned in the text that one can take in the soccer community, which one is NOT explicitly listed? a) team player on a national squad b) local event volunteer c) enthusiastic supporter from the sidelines d) head coach for a regional club 3 Beyond its athletic appeal, women’s soccer also serves as a platform for which type of discussions? a) the evolution of sportswear fashion b) influencing political campaigns and elections c) advocacy for equal pay and gender equality d) advancements in sports technology and analytics 4 As mentioned in the text, which league is directly linked with the growth and development of women’s soccer in the United States? a) English Premier League b) Spanish La Liga c) National Women’s Soccer League d) German Bundesliga 5 In encapsulating the essence of women’s soccer, the text concludes by referring to it as what? a) a movement with profound societal impact b) a modern-day trend that may fade with time c) a complex jigsaw puzzle with missing pieces d) a moment in sports history that will soon pass b) How do you think the challenges faced by women’s soccer in its early days have shaped how we see it today? c) The 2019 Women’s World Cup is mentioned as a game-changer. In what ways do you believe such international events can help people see women’s sports in a new light? d) Considering the advocacy for equal pay and gender equality highlighted in the text, how can the success of women’s soccer help with these big issues? e) The text describes women’s soccer as “more than just a game” and refers to it as a movement. In what other ways do you think sports can make a big difference in the world? Working with words Have a look at the list of words from the article below and • find a definition for each word. • use each word in a sentence that relates to the text. Definition Sentence overshadowed less noticeable due to something else appearing more prominent or significant In the past, women’s soccer was often overshadowed by men’s soccer. game-changer equality to stand up for sth. team jersey 2 123 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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