Young people in the German-speaking countries enjoy a variety of hobbies in their free time, from summer and winter sports to making music in bands.
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Watch the video called Das Alibi, and test your understanding of the clip by answering the questions below.
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A boy is questioned about his whereabouts one summer. But how reliable is his alibi?
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Viel Glück – good luck.
What did the young man do on Monday 5 July at 15.30?
He played handball in the park – “ich habe Handball im Park gespielt.”
Timecode: 00.15
Why did he go to the open air pool on Saturday 7 August, just before midday?
To dive and to meet friends – “ich bin zum Freibad gegangen, um zu tauchen und um Freunde zu treffen.”
Timecode: 00.30
Why does the young man like it at the pool?
It is always so relaxing – “ich mag es dort, weil es immer so entspannend ist.”
Timecode: 00.34
What time of day does the policeman ask about on Wednesday 11 August?
The evening – “und was haben Sie am folgenden Mittwochabend den elften August gemacht?”
Timecode: 00.40
Why did the young man go to the ice cream café?
He likes eating spaghetti ice cream – “weil ich Spaghettieis sehr gern esse.”
Timecode: 00.50
