Vuvuzela horns to make an impact at the World Cup

The video discusses the impact of the vuvuzela, a loud horn used by fans during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. It highlights the cultural significance of the vuvuzela, its potential health risks due to high decibel levels, and the challenges it poses for communication among players. Research from Pretoria University indicates that exposure to vuvuzela noise can significantly affect hearing. Despite these concerns, some defend the vuvuzela as an integral part of South African football culture, suggesting earplugs for sensitive fans.

What is the primary reason fans in South Africa use the vuvuzela during football matches?

• To follow a tradition from Europe

• To distract the opposing team

• To encourage their players

• To create a festive atmosphere

What potential issue might foreign teams face due to the vuvuzela's noise?

• Difficulty in understanding local languages

• Challenges in communicating on the pitch

• Problems with adapting to the climate

• Issues with local food

What health risk is associated with the vuvuzela according to the study at Pretoria University?

• Increased heart rate

• Vision problems

• Hearing loss

• Respiratory issues

How loud can the vuvuzela be, as mentioned in the study?

• As loud as a car horn

• As loud as a gunshot

• As loud as a normal conversation

• As loud as a whisper

What is one proposed way to make the vuvuzela more enjoyable for sensitive fans?

• Reducing its size

• Playing it only during halftime

• Incorporating it into music

• Using it only outside the stadium