Former president Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 presidential election, beating Vice President Kamala Harris.
The Associated Press called the race at 5:38 a.m. ET.
The president-elect declared victory in a speech from Florida at 2:30 a.m. ET, saying he had masterminded the "greatest political movement of all time."
➤ On this link you'll see the ful ltranscript of his remark
Watch the video first and then do the activity below:
➤ Youtube Video: Donald Trump's full victory speech
A. Here are some listening comprehension questions for Donald Trump's victory speech:
- How does Trump express gratitude toward his supporters and team?
- What key message does Trump share about the future direction of America?
- Which groups of people or demographics does Trump acknowledge in his speech?
- How does Trump describe his relationship with his political opponents?
- What are Trump's goals for the American economy?
- What does he emphasize about the importance of unity?
These questions help assess understanding of the main points and specific details of the speech.
B. Listening comprehension practice:
1. True or False
- Trump promises to represent only those who voted for him.
- He mentions specific goals for infrastructure improvement.
- Trump expresses appreciation to his political opponents.
2. Multiple Choice
Which word does Trump use to describe his vision for America’s future?
- A) Divided
- B) United
- C) Stagnant
Trump’s tone toward his campaign team is best described as:
- A) Dismissive
- B) Appreciative
- C) Critical
3. Fill-in-the-Blanks
- Trump mentions the importance of job creation and strengthening the ___________.
- He calls for ____________ among Americans, regardless of background or political views.
4. Open-Ended Questions
- How does Trump aim to bridge differences among Americans?
- What specific areas does Trump highlight as priorities for his presidency?
5. Summarization Exercise
- Write a brief summary of Trump’s key goals as expressed in the speech.
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Answer key:
A. Here are some listening comprehension questions for Donald Trump's victory speech:
Gratitude: Trump thanks his supporters, family, and campaign team, showing appreciation for their dedication and support throughout the election.
Future Message: He speaks about making America great again, emphasizing growth, unity, and new opportunities for all Americans.
Acknowledgments: Trump acknowledges various demographics, including veterans, working-class Americans, and those who voted for him.
Opponents: He speaks respectfully about his political opponents, aiming to unify the nation beyond party lines.
Economic Goals: Trump mentions goals of job growth, improved infrastructure, and enhanced economic policies.
Unity Emphasis: He underscores the importance of national unity, aiming to bring together people from all backgrounds.
B. Listening comprehension practice:
1. True or False
- False: Trump promises to represent all Americans, not only those who voted for him.
- True: He mentions goals for improving infrastructure.
- True: Trump shows respect toward his political opponents.
2. Multiple Choice
- B) United: He envisions a united America.
- B) Appreciative: Trump expresses gratitude to his campaign team.
3. Fill-in-the-Blanks
- "Trump mentions the importance of job creation and strengthening the economy."
- "He calls for unity among Americans, regardless of background or political views."
4. Open-Ended Questions
- Answer: Trump aims to unify Americans by focusing on common goals and a shared national future.
- Answer: He highlights job creation, economic growth, and infrastructure as key priorities.
5. Summarization Exercise
- Example Summary: Trump pledges to serve all Americans, emphasizing unity and progress with a focus on jobs, economic growth, and infrastructure.
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