Answer — Exercise 3
5e - Speaking skills·On Screen B2+ - Student's Book
Question
- Compare the two paragraphs. Who would appreciate these types of entertainment? Use the ideas to help you.
Answer
A: Well, both pictures show forms of entertainment that are performances.
B: Yes, picture 1 shows a rock concert and picture 2 shows a ballet performance.
A: A rock concert is an energetic performance whereas a ballet is more of a cultural event. What do you think?
B: Yes, and a rock concert is usually in a packed arena and involves noisy crowds and deafening noise whereas a ballet is in a theater and has orchestral music, elegant costumes and expressive movements.
A: That's true. On the other hand, rock concerts have amazing lighting effects while ballets are more atmospheric.
B: Who do you think would appreciate rock concerts?
A: Well, people who like rock music would like rock concerts.
B: I agree. Ballets have complicated themes and are suited to a more cultured audience.
A: That's true.