Eurovision Facts and English Exercises

Posted on Jun 25, 2025 in English

Eurovision Facts and English Practice

True or False Statements

1. Say whether the following statements are T or F. Find the evidence in the text.

  • A. The Eurovision was originally used as a way to help unify Europe: It’s true because “They hoped this would unify a continent that had been divided by World War II.”

  • B. Over 140 million viewers now watch the Eurovision on the internet: It’s false because “Since 2000, the contest has also been available on the Internet where it is now watched by a further 74 million people in over 140 countries.”

Questions Based on the Text

2. In your own words and based on the ideas from the text, answer the following questions.

  • A. Why did the number of Eurovision participants grow after the early 1990s?: The number of contestants increased after the break-up of the Soviet Union and new countries were established.

  • B. What are the reasons why countries may vote for others with similar cultural backgrounds?: With a similar ethnic or language background, political concerns, and especially musical taste.

Vocabulary from the Text

3. Find words or expressions in the text which mean the same as the ones below. In the case of verbs, only the infinitive form of the verb will be accepted:

  1. fortunate: lucky break
  2. slowly: gradually
  3. To test, to show in order to know people like it or not (Phrasal Verb): to try out
  4. to increase, become bigger: to grow
  5. Direct program on TV or radio: television broadcast
  6. Guilty, blamed for, in charge of: responsible for

Verb Form Exercise

1. Fill in the gaps in the following sentences with the correct form of the verb in brackets:

  1. Today, it has been a great day. This morning I met an English lady while I was lying on the beach. Although my English isn’t really good and sometimes I felt embarrassed, she understood me. Before leaving, she gave me her email address. I’m pretty sure it will be a good way for me to improve it.
  2. Last Thursday, artists and celebrities went on a demonstration for their rights, but I didn’t.
  3. By this time next July, I will have already finished my final exams and tests.

Word Formation Exercise

2. Complete the clauses with a correct word from the root word given:

  1. In the 1980s, a drink made by Coca-Cola was a failure although focus groups liked it.
  2. That’s not a problem, David, because this bill is payable in six monthly instalments.
  3. Marketing techniques are becoming increasingly sophisticated.
  4. I think popularity has nothing to do with happiness.
  5. Most celebrities have a preferential treatment and that’s unfair to me.

Fill in the Blanks Exercise

3. Fill in the blanks in the following sentences with an appropriate word:

  1. You must put in your application form before the closing date, which is on April 1st.
  2. There was an argument between David and Jennifer until she burst into tears and left the room.
  3. Lady Gaga became famous in the music business by working very hard and due to her talent.
  4. Everything’s OK: I filled a basket with the picnics and the drinks. We can leave, let’s go!
  5. Tommy and I are going to a party this evening. He is calling for me in an hour.
  6. Most celebrities and models have to work out to be in good shape.