Activity 1: Some Olympic athletes become famous not because they win but because they have an amazing attitude and great determination. They are sometimes called ‘underdogs.’ One of the most famous ‘underdogs’ in Olympic history was a man named Michael Edwards. He was a ski jumper from England who competed in the 1988 Olympic Games in Calgary, Canada. Although he came last in the event, he never gave up. Recently, a movie has been made about his life. It is called “Eddie the Eagle.” For this activity, watch the trailer for Eddie the Eagle and then post a summary of the movie on your blog. What is the movie about?
This trailer was about a man called Eddie (in the movie) who wanted to be an athlete when he was a child for instance he tried holding his breath in the bath tub, a weightlifter, runner, etc. Each time he failed and one time he almost died. Later on he went back to compete even after all those things that had happened to him, he still didn't give up he was determined to accomplish his dream.
2 comments:
Hi Harry,
I am really glad that you have chosen to blog about the 'Eddie the Eagle' trailer. It really is quite an inspirational movie. Michael Edwards ("Eddie") was a very determined man who did everything he could to follow his dreams. I really respect him for trying so hard and for being so resilient in the face of challenges. He's a great example to the rest of us - he teaches us to never give up!
Speaking of not giving up, keep up your blogging! I hope that you can finish the Winter Learning Journey :) You are doing very well and still have 7 days to go. That's loads of time!
Keep it up :)
Cheers, Rachel
Hello Harry, Eddie sounds like a really good role model for people who want to follow their dreams. He never gives up. It is sort of sad the his parents didn't believe in him.
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