Annual Lying Down Contest Breaks Records in MontenegroCEFR B1
18 Oct 2023
Adapted from Global Voices Central & Eastern Europe, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
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The annual lying down contest held in Montenegro has set a new record this year, lasting an impressive 50 days. This unique event, which began on August 18, engages contestants in an unusual form of endurance challenge. The winners, Lidija Marković and Filip Knežević, both 23 years old, have emerged as symbols of pride and togetherness within their community.
Participants were allowed to sleep, eat, and read while lying down, emphasizing the psychological aspect of the contest. Lidija expressed that it wasn’t just about the prize money but about the experience itself, highlighting the joy and camaraderie among competitors. The event aims to challenge the stereotype of Montenegrins being lazy by emphasizing the enjoyment found in the competition, which has attracted contestants from various countries.
The organizers describe the contest as an intriguing psychological game, where friendships develop and participants persevere through the challenge. This contest, taking place for the twelfth time, showcases both endurance and a sense of community among those involved.
Difficult words
- contest — A competition where people try to win.
- endurance — The ability to keep going for a long time.
- camaraderie — Friendship and support among people.
- emphasize — To highlight or make something important.emphasizing
- intriguing — Very interesting or fascinating.
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Discussion questions
- What do you think makes a contest like this appealing?
- How do events like this challenge stereotypes about people?
- Why is camaraderie important in competitions?
- Can you think of other unusual contests around the world?
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