Listen in English - The Lego Movie

Directions

REVIEW the vocabulary / background.
WATCH the video.
ANSWER the questions.
CHECK your answers. (Show Answers)

Vocabulary

a doorway [n] - the space between two rooms
the ceiling [n] - the top of a room
the floor [n] - the bottom of a room
fit in [phv] - be liked by everyone
get (something) down [phv] - do something correctly
jumping jacks [n] - a type of exercise
Hit 'em! [exp] - Let's do this!
be put to sleep [exp] - be killed
obey [v] - follow (rules)
a turn signal [n] - a light that indicates a car will turn
drop off [phv] - leave behind
headlines [n] - the most important news stories
root for [v] - cheer for
return a compliment [exp] - say something nice after someone says something nice to you
weird [adj] - strange
blow (something) up [phv] - destroy

[n] - noun, [v] - verb, [phv] - phrasal verb, [adj] - adjective, [exp] - expression

Background

This 3D animated film follows Emmet, a completely ordinary LEGO mini-figure.
The evil tyrant, Lord Business, is the leader of the Lego world.
In this clip, we meet Emmet and see his daily routine.

Questions

What things does Emmet say hello to?
his apartment
the doorway
the wall
the ceiling
the floor
the book
What was the first step?
breathe
read a book
smile
What exercise does Emmet do?
push-ups
jumping jacks
boxing
What should Emmet do while showering?
keep the soap out of his eyes
brush his teeth
eat breakfast
Who does he eat breakfast with?
his cat
his wife
his plant
What happens if people don't follow the rules?
They will be put in jail.
They will have to pay a fine.
They will be killed.
What happens on Tuesday?
Everyone gets a free taco.
No one has to work.
There will be an election for the president.
What is the name of the TV show?
Where are my pants?
Go to sleep!
The Lego Show
Who does Emmet say hello to on the street?
Joe
President Business
Surfer Dave
Sherry
Which cat has a very deep voice (meow)?
Jeff
Dexter
Fluffy Jr.
What is step twelve?
Follow the rules for driving.
Say hello to your neighbors.
Play sports.
What is the name of Emmet's favorite song?
Everything is awesome
Dreams
Lego Lego Lego
When should Emmet drop off his dry-cleaning?
at noon
before noon
after noon
Which sports team should Emmet cheer for?
the Lego team
the local team
the best team
What should Emmet do if someone gives him a compliment?
return the compliment
smile
share some food
How much does the coffee cost?
30 dollars
32 dollars
37 dollars
How does Emmet feel about the cost of the coffee?
It is reasonable.
It is too expensive.
It is awesome.
What are Emmet's coworkers talking about while they are walking to work?
last night's episode of their favorite TV show
the job
Emmet
What is Emmet's job?
a chef
a taxi driver
a construction worker
What things do the workers have to blow up?
everything weird
everything old
everything big
How long do they sing the song?
for a few minutes
for 5 hours
for a few days
What foods do the workers want to have after work?
croissants
sausages
pizza
chicken wings
hamburgers
tacos
What does Emmet want to do after work?
Go home and rest.
Spend time with the special people in his life.
Sing another song.

Discussion

Do you have a routine that you follow every morning? What are the steps?
Emmet seems lonely, like he doesn't have many friends. How do they show this in the video?
How much does a café latte at Starbucks cost? Is it too expensive? What do you think is a fair price for a café latte?
Emmet seems to know (or know the names of) his neighbors. How well do you know your neighbors? What are the names of the people/families in the apartments/houses next to you? Do you greet them when you see them?
What sports teams do you root for? Why did you choose those teams? (The city? A famous player? A cool logo?)
Do you like to hang out with your co-workers/classmates outside of work/class? What are the pros and cons?
What type of Lego is your favorite? (City? Castle? Space? Star Wars? Harry Potter?)
When you use(d) Lego, do (did) you prefer to follow the directions or make your own creations? Why?

Script

Emmet: Good morning, apartment! Good morning, doorway. Good morning, wall. Good morning, ceiling. Good morning, floor. Ready to start the day!

Ah, here it is: The instructions to fit in, have everybody like you, and always be happy.

Step one: breathe. Okay, I got that one down.

Step two: greet the day, smile, and say good morning, city!

Step three: exercise. Jumping jacks, hit them. One, two, three – I am pumped up!

Step four: shower - and always be sure to keep the soap out of your eyes. Shave your face. Brush your teeth. Comb your hair. Wear clothes. Ooops, almost forgot that one. And that’s it, check.

Step nine: eat a complete breakfast with all the special people in your life. Hey, Planty, what do you want to do this morning? Watch TV? Me too!

Pres: Hi, I’m President Business, president of the Octan Corporation and the world. Let’s take extra care to follow the instruction or you’ll be put to sleep. And don’t forget, Taco Tuesday’s coming next week – that’s the day every rule-following citizen gets a free taco and my love. Have a great day, everybody!

Emmet: You have a great day too, President Business. Man, he’s such a cool guy; I always want to hear more of what...wait! Did he say put to sleep?

TV: Tonight on Where are My Pants? Honey, where are my paaaaants?

Emmet: What was I just thinking? Ah, I don’t care.

Step 11: Greet your neighbors. Hey, Joe.

Joe: Hey, pal.

Emmet: Hey, Surfer Dave.

Dave: Hey, brah!

Emmet: Oh, good morning, Sherry.

Sherry: Hey, fella.

Emmet: Oh, hey Jasmine, Dexter, Angie, Loki, Bad Leroy, Fluffy, Fluffy Jr., Fluffy Sr., Jeff. Step 12: Obey all traffic signs and regulations.

Step 13: Enjoy popular music.

Radio DJ: Top of the Charts again. It’s “Everything is Awesome!”

Emmet: Oh my gosh, I love this song!

Pop Song: Everything is awesome. Everything is cool when you’re part of the team. Everything is awesome when you’re living on a dream.

Emmet: Always use a turn signal. Park between the lines. Drop off dry-cleaning before noon. Read the headlines. Don’t forget to smile. Always root for the local sports team.

Fans: Goooo, Sports Team!

Emmet: Always return a compliment. Hey, you look nice.

Group: So do you!

Emmet: Drink overpriced coffee.

Barista: Here you go. That’s $37.

Emmet: Ha, ha! Awesome!

Coworker: Did you see Where are My Pants last night?

Group: Honey! Where’s my pants?

Emmet: Classic episode! Instructions coming in from central. Okay, it says here to take everything weird and blow it up. Alright, builder heads – let’s make it look exactly like it does in the instructions.

Coworker: Hey, buddy. I need a one-by-two keyhole .

Emmet: No problem, Michael.

Coworker: I need a two-by-two macaroni over here.

Emmet: Two-by-two macaroni, flying in. Here’s one, Mel.

Coworker: Two slots, two slots. Come on, everybody!

Emmet: Roger that, Roger.

Coworker: Can I get a couple warps over here. Hey guys, watch me draw this down!

Pop Song: Everything is awesome. Everything is cool when you’re part of the team. Everything is awesome when you’re living on a dream. Everyone’s talking, life is cool, because everything’s awesome.

Emmet: Man, I feel so good right now. I could sing this song for hours.

Pop Song: Everything is awesome when you’re part of a team!

Coworker: I’m going to the sports bar after work tonight. Who wants to eat some delicious chicken wings and get craaaaaaaaaaaazy?

Emmet: Chicken wings? I love chicken wings!

Coworker: Hey, who wants to share a croissant with this guy?

Emmet: Croissants? I love croissants!

Coworker: Oh, yeah. I sure do love giant sausages!

Emmet: Giant sausages, no way! You know what I love to do? Share a meal with the special people in my life. Fred, Barry, Gail, me and you? Ah, no, wait! Guys, wait up. Okay, I’ll meet you there. Oh, where did it go?

The Lego Movie

Published: 10.03.2017

Level 3 | Time: 4:42