Wednesday 11 April 2018

THE GRAVE OF THE MAN WHO NEVER WAS. 75th. ANNIVERSARY




Hello Everyone!!💀📜
April 2018 is the 75th. anniversary of one curious episode in European history that took place in Huelva  and changed the course of events of World War II.
 The so called "Mincemeat Operation" involving Britain , contributes to the British legacy of our city, so here is a brief listening activity on the topic. Listen to Tom Scott's video , use subtitles if needed,  and post a comment with the answers

Enjoy !!


QUESTIONS FOR SENIOR STUDENTS (2nd. bachillerato)

1.Who was found floating out of the coast of Huelva and what was he carrying?

2.What was the letter they mention about?

3.How did the Germans get the letter and what were the consequences?

4.What was the real identity and origin of the corpse floating on the coast? How did he get there?


QUESTIONS FOR JUNIOR STUDENTS. (1st. Bachillerato)

5.When exactly was the body found?

6.Who did the British want to cheat?

7.What three adjectives are associated to the real identity of the man who was found?

8.What corrections did they make on the grave?