Abitur NRW Englisch 2021 · LK · Bobby (HV)

Task 1: Game of Thrones

You will hear six statements about the TV series Game of Thrones.

Choose which description (A-G) best applies to which statement (1-6). For each description there is only one correct answer. There is one more description than you need.

Descriptions: Game of Thrones

A

provokes strong emotions.

B

displays real historical scenery.

C

employs classical acting techniques.

D

reaches out to all types of audiences.

E

invites comparison to issues of today's world.

F

shows unexpected character transformations.

G

resonates on the level of action and character.

Statement

Task 2: Robert Kennedy

Preparation time: 2 minutes

You will hear a radio report about Robert Kennedy, also known as Bobby Kennedy.

While listening, tick (✓) the correct answer (a, b, c, or d). There is only one correct answer.

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Now listen to the recording again.

Task 3: Food security

9 BE

Preparation time: 1 minute

You will hear a radio report from BBC Inside Science.

While listening, answer the questions below. You need not write complete sentences. Unless otherwise specified, name one aspect.

1

What will make UK food production difficult?

(Name two aspects.)

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2

How has the UK government responded to the looming food crisis?

3

Which health-related implications are mentioned?

4

Why is soil an issue?

(Name two aspects.)

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5

What is the purpose of the interviewer mentioning listeners' dinners?

6

What is the expert's final assessment of the food security issue?

Now listen to the recording again.