INTERVIEW: Curt Smith on BritWeek and who he likes musically now at The Official Launch of BritWeek on 04/24/12 in Los A

INTERVIEW: Curt Smith on BritWeek and who he likes musically now at The Official Launch of BritWeek on 04/24/12 in Los A

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Interactive Video

Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the speaker's participation in Britain Week, highlighting the importance of British culture in America. It explores the influence of British figures like Simon Cowell and Piers Morgan in the entertainment industry. The speaker shares their admiration for the artist Kimbra, clarifying her New Zealand roots. They also talk about their current projects, including scoring a movie and preparing for a tour with Tears. The experience of movie scoring is described as challenging yet rewarding, with a collaborative director.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker values teaching their children about British culture?

They want their children to move to Britain.

They believe it is important to maintain cultural heritage.

They plan to return to Britain soon.

They want their children to become entertainers.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which British figures are mentioned as having significant influence in American entertainment?

J.K. Rowling and Emma Watson

Simon Cowell and Piers Morgan

David Beckham and Adele

Ed Sheeran and Benedict Cumberbatch

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nationality of the artist Kimbra, according to the speaker?

Australian

British

New Zealander

American

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent project did the speaker complete before planning a tour?

Writing a book

Scoring a movie

Directing a play

Recording a new album

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe their experience of scoring a movie?

Easy and straightforward

Challenging but fulfilling

Boring and repetitive

Unsuccessful and frustrating