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Conversation questions about tv shows.
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1
Why was TV called the
idiot box
? 2 answers
because only stupid people work on TV
one's own intelligence lowers by being 'glued to the TV' too often
because of all the stupid things that pass for entertainment
because it was so difficult to change the channels in the old day
2
I watch shows on my phone or tablet, more than on TV or a screen.
False
True
3
What kind of shows do you dislike most?
soaps
game shows
crime and detective stuff
reality shows
4
Do you usually watch TV with other people or by yourself?
50-50.
Most of the time by myself.
I don't watch tv. I only listen to it while I'm doing other things.
I seldom watch tv by myself.
5
I often snack while I'm watching TV.
True
False
6
What's the biggest improvement of the last 5 years?
Cater to every taste: lots of different genres for everyone.
Ubiquity: I can watch on my phone, tablet, computer, screen, etc...
None. It's worse than ever.
Quality: the shows are really well made.
7
Do you ever watch open TV?
True
False
8
Why is it important to watch shows in another language when you're studying that language?
You waste your time.
You increase your vocabulary.
You improve your listening skills.
You learn about the culture.
9
People are influenced by tv shows.
True
False
10
TV commercials were often more entertaining than the programs. I miss them.
False
True
11
Which service do you use most?
Open TV
Netflix
Premium services like HBO, NFL, Paramount, etc.
Youtube
12
Mexican TV shows are better than American ones?
False
True
13
How do you learn about the daily news?
I watch a news program on TV.
I read a good old fashioned newspaper.
I skim the headlines on my phone.
I listen to the news on the radio (or a podcast).
14
Shows were better in the past, than now.
False
True
15
Do you think screens are an effective babysitter?
It depends on the programs kids will watch on the screens.
Totally! they are the best.
It depends on how old the child is.
Not at all, children shouldn't be left alone with screens.
