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MEET THE SUPERHUMANS

Watch the video.

"We're the Superhumans", Channel 4, 2016

Complete the table.

SPORTS ACTIVITIES
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
EVERYDAY LIFE SITUATIONS

Highlight the adjectives defining these athletes.

determined unambitious weak inspiring fearful motivated fearless resilient strong-willed lazy hesitating uplifting

Explain the goal of this video.

HELP
disabled ≠ able-bodied stunning = impressive persevere ≠ give up expel prejudice

Present the advertisement for the 2016 Paralympic Games.

Match elements to create new words.

SHIP
HARD
SUCCESS
UN
DOM
ITY
NORMAL
FREE
ABLE
ING
UNIFY
REAL
FUL
LY
PASSIONATE
FORGET
AB

Complete the sentences with the correct prefix/suffix.

  1. With determin___________, they overcome obstacles. They are inspire_______ .
  2. It is ___________legal to exclude people based on their physical abilities.
  3. Sport can be help_______________ for people with disabilities.
  4. The athletes’ life is guided by the end_______________ pursuit of excellence.
  5. Disabled athletes have _______________believ_______________ abilities.
  6. Disabled people are often made fun of, so they may feel ______________worthy.
  7. Some people feel isolat______ because of _______conceptions and stereotypes.

Read the text. Highlight who / where / when.

Seventy years ago this year, on July 29th, the first Stoke Mandeville Games were held. The games - an archery competition for wheelchair athletes - went on to become an annual event and eventually inspired the Paralympic Games. It took place on the day of the Opening Ceremony of the London Olympic Games. Fourteen men and two women took part in the tournament. In 1949, six teams competed and new sports were introduced. Dr Ludwig Guttmann was a respected neurosurgeon who had fled his homeland of Germany in 1939 to escape Nazi persecution. Five years later, he was asked by the British government to open the Spinal Injuries Unit at Stoke Mandeville which became the largest spinal injuries ward in Europe. There, he treated soldiers and civilians. As part of his treatment, Guttmann promoted sport for physical and mental rehabilitation. The Games that Guttman created grew in size: there were more 130 international competitors in 1952. This attracted the support and appreciation of the wider sports community. Guttmann became a naturalised British citizen in 1945. In 1956, Guttmann was awarded the Sir Thomas Fearnley Cup by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for his achievement in the world of adaptive sports. The Stoke Mandeville Games became known as the Paralympic Games in time for the 1960 summer Olympics in Rome where 400 Para-athletes participated. What makes the Paralympics unique is that all the athletes have some form of physical, visual or intellectual difference to the athletes who participate in the Olympic Games. These impairments or disabilities may disadvantage an athlete. A classification system ensures the competition is fair and sportspersons have the same opportunities.
Seventy years ago this year, on July 29th, the first Stoke Mandeville Games were held. The games - an archery competition for wheelchair athletes - went on to become an annual event and eventually inspired the Paralympic Games. It took place on the day of the Opening Ceremony of the London Olympic Games. Fourteen men and two women took part in the tournament. In 1949, six teams competed and new sports were introduced. Dr Ludwig Guttmann was a respected neurosurgeon who had fled his homeland of Germany in 1939 to escape Nazi persecution. Five years later, he was asked by the British government to open the Spinal Injuries Unit at Stoke Mandeville which became the largest spinal injuries ward in Europe. There, he treated soldiers and civilians. As part of his treatment, Guttmann promoted sport for physical and mental rehabilitation. The Games that Guttman created grew in size: there were more 130 international competitors in 1952. This attracted the support and appreciation of the wider sports community. Guttmann became a naturalised British citizen in 1945. In 1956, Guttmann was awarded the Sir Thomas Fearnley Cup by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for his achievement in the world of adaptive sports. The Stoke Mandeville Games became known as the Paralympic Games in time for the 1960 summer Olympics in Rome where 400 Para-athletes participated. What makes the Paralympics unique is that all the athletes have some form of physical, visual or intellectual difference to the athletes who participate in the Olympic Games. These impairments or disabilities may disadvantage an athlete. A classification system ensures the competition is fair and sportspersons have the same opportunities.
"Celebrating 70 years since the First Paralympics", Chas Early, 2018

Complete the timeline.

Find information about the inventor of the "Paralympics".

Name: Nationality: Job: Other details:
Achievements

Find the translation of the following words.

Fauteuil roulant = _________________________________ Avoir lieu = _______________________________________ Tournoi = ________________________________________ Blessure = _______________________________________ Déficience = ______________________________________ Juste = __________________________________________

Present this competition.

Look at the sentences. Find the verbs.

1. Disabled athletes train very hard to reach excellence. 2. The Paralympics are organised every two years by the Olympic Committee. 3. Trischa Zorn is a blind swimmer, she won 41 medals in her career. 4. Injured people were completely excluded from sports in the past. 5. People with dwarfism are often discriminated against. 6. Ellie Challis encourages other people to achieve their dreams.

Write the lesson.

A la _____________________________, le sujet _________________ l'action. A la _____________________________, le sujet _________________ l'action. Celle-ci se construit avec ___________________________________ + (NOT) + ______________________________________ Participe passé des verbes réguliers : Participe passé des verbes irréguliers : Pour préciser qui fait l'action, j'ajoute _______ + l'acteur à la fin de la phrase.

12:00

TEST UNIT 4

Prends une feuille. Réponds en faisant des phrases en anglais (sauf question 3)
1. Explain the goal of the video advertisement we watched in class. /2 pts 2. Give three information about the Stoke Mandeville Games. /3 pts 3. Explique ce qu'est la voix passive et comment on la construit. /2 pts 4. Traduis les phrases suivantes. /3 pts a) Les Jeux Paralympiques sont organisés par le comité olympique. b) La compétition a eu lieu à Tokyo en 2021. c) Les athlètes en situation de handicap sont invités à Paris cet été.

Look at the images.

Read the text. Highlight who / where / when.

Ellis Challis, the British Paralympic swimmer, has captured the hearts of many with her remarkable skills, courage and inspiring journey. At 16 months old, Challis contracted meningitis which resulted in the amputation of her legs above the knees and her arms at the elbows. Despite physical challenges, she refused to let her disability hold her back. She explains: “I was a curious child and I was really lucky to have people around me who helped me to find solutions so I could do anything I wanted. I learnt to swim when I was around nine years old because my dad wanted me to be safe in the water. I took some lessons; it was a long and difficult process.” Challis’ journey to the Paralympic stage began with relentless training and unwavering commitment. Her dedication paid off when she earned a spot on the British Paralympic swimming team. At the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, Challis made her debut with a stunning performance. Competing in the women’s 50m backstroke event, she showcased her incredible speed and technique. She won a silver medal and became the youngest British Paralympics medallist in history. During the event, she also met her swimming hero, Ellis Simmond, who was a huge source of inspiration for the young athlete. Beyond her success at the Paralympic Games, Challis’ journey serves as a reminder that perseverance and passion can overcome any obstacle. She is a symbol of positivity and resilience. She uses her platform to stand for inclusion and accessibility in sports, encouraging others to pursue their dreams. Challis argues: “Nothing is impossible if you keep trying. I want to do things everyone says I can’t. Just to prove them wrong.” Ellie Challis inspires people of all ages to embrace their uniqueness. She will participate in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and she is determined to leave a lasting legacy in the world of swimming.
Ellis Challis, the British Paralympic swimmer, has captured the hearts of many with her remarkable skills, courage and inspiring journey. At 16 months old, Challis contracted meningitis which resulted in the amputation of her legs above the knees and her arms at the elbows. Despite physical challenges, she refused to let her disability hold her back. She explains: “I was a curious child and I was really lucky to have people around me who helped me to find solutions so I could do anything I wanted. I learnt to swim when I was around nine years old because my dad wanted me to be safe in the water. I took some lessons; it was a long and difficult process.” Challis’ journey to the Paralympic stage began with relentless training and unwavering commitment. Her dedication paid off when she earned a spot on the British Paralympic swimming team. At the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, Challis made her debut with a stunning performance. Competing in the women’s 50m backstroke event, she showcased her incredible speed and technique. She won a silver medal and became the youngest British Paralympics medallist in history. During the event, she also met her swimming hero, Ellis Simmond, who was a huge source of inspiration for the young athlete. Beyond her success at the Paralympic Games, Challis’ journey serves as a reminder that perseverance and passion can overcome any obstacle. She is a symbol of positivity and resilience. She uses her platform to stand for inclusion and accessibility in sports, encouraging others to pursue their dreams. Challis argues: “Nothing is impossible if you keep trying. I want to do things everyone says I can’t. Just to prove them wrong.” Ellie Challis inspires people of all ages to embrace their uniqueness. She will participate in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and she is determined to leave a lasting legacy in the world of swimming.
Elizabeth Hudson, “Ellie can do anything”, BBC, 2021

Choose a title for each paragraph.

Find information about the athlete.

Name: Sport: Nationality: Disability:
Important moments in her life

Pick out words referring to determination and talent.

Choose 10 words and write them on the paper.

Present the Paralympic Games and Ellie's story.

Watch the video.

"Invictus", Invictus Games Foundation, 2014

Watch the video.

"Opening Ceremony speech", HRH Duke of Sussex, 2018

Present the document.

TYPE OF DOCUMENT? ___________________________________ WHO? _______________________________________________ WHEN? _______________________________________________ WHERE? ______________________________________________ ABOUT? ______________________________________________

Complete the table.

PARTICIPANTS
GOAL OF THE GAMES
ORIGINS OF THE GAMES

Complete the sentences with TO/FOR.

1. They worked really hard ....................... this competition. 2. Athletes train everyday ....................... reach their goals. 3. Prince Harry created the Invictus Games ....................... help veterans. 4. Adaptive sports are important ....................... improve people's lives. 5. People with disabilities fight ....................... accessibility. 6. The Paralympics are great ....................... raise awareness about disabilities.

Watch the video.

"Bear shares his Invictus Games Journey", Beyond Blue, 2018

Fill in the identity card.

Name:
Sport:
Disability:
Life in the army:
Competitions:

Tick the difficulties he encountered.

❑ financial problems ❑ isolation ❑ adaptation to normal life
❑ depression ❑ drug addiction ❑ PTSD
❑ suicide attempt ❑ ask for help ❑ loss of friends
HELP

Explain why sport is important to him.

Comment dire "pour" ? TO + VERBE FOR + NOM
He plays sports for/to ...

Translate the words in bold.

Sport is very important in Bear's (guérison). It was his life saver. (Grâce au) sport, Bear (a surmonté) many difficulties. The (vétéran) became more in control of (sa propre vie). Sport (a ouvert) new doors for him. He can show his (progrès) to his family and friends. He also feels (très fier) to represent his country during sports competitions (comme il le faisait à l'armée).

FINAL TASK

Record the voice-over of the trailer for the next Paralympic Games in Paris. Encourage your classmates to watch the competition.
You can include elements about the history of the competition, the participants and its goal. Explain why these competitions are important and the role they play. Be dynamic and efficient!
"Ezra Frech's dream came true", The Ellen Show, 2022