Listening Comprehension – Boy Bands

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Listening Comprehension – Boy Bands

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Based on the audio, answer the following questions.

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The traditional formula for a boy band is…

Songs that are quite commercial and easy to produce.

An elaborate production full of references.

Four or five good-looking young guys with some musical ability and the ability to dance.

A group of fans who are always on the lookout for his music and concerts.

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Why is it important for each member to have their own personality?

Because if they were all the same, it would be pretty boring.

Because different boys appeal to different girls.

Because they can distinguish themselves from other existing bands.

Because members need to have their personal stamp.

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Which band is used as a reference to make an example?

Backstreet Boys

Jonas Brothers

BTS

One Direction

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What happens with the age of the members of a boy band?

They seem too unthreatening to attract the attention of girls.

They look cute to attract the attention of teenage girls.

They have a naughty side to attract the attention of mothers. moms.

All of the above

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Complete the following test:

Boy bands present this image of a ______ boyfriend.

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Complete the following test:

The use of ______ has generated more fans around the world.

(The answer is two words)

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Answer true or false:

Many boy bands are not successful.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

In the past, boy band members dressed differently but had similar personalities.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

Having different types of boy in the group is supposed to appeal to different girls.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

One Direction first became famous on YouTube.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

One Direction lyrics are written for girls who like rebellious boys.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

One Direction’s stylists try to give each band member an individual look.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

One Direction became famous in the US by clever use of social media.

True

False

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Answer true or false:

One Direction have not tried to make money from merchandising.

True

False

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