Popstars
One of the earliest talent hunt TV shows which inspired countless singing reality TV shows is “Popstars". Airing for the first time in New Zealand in 1999, the show is about individual singers singing their hearts out to become part of a new singing band/ group. The show was adapted by 38 countries, creating many bands such as L5, Viva, EyeQ, Bro^is, TrueBliss Excellence, among others.
One of the biggest cooking show, “MasterChef" provided contestants with the opportunity to start their career in the grandest way one can imagine. The original version, which started in the UK in 1990, was more of a game show rather than a reality show. The show was subsequently adapted by over 42 countries and has developed many versions.
“Got Talent" series is a reality TV show which inspires a lot of talent hunt shows, because it gives singers, dancers, magicians and painters an opportunity to show their talent and win prize money. The first “Got Talent" series was held in US in 2006. It has so far completed 9 seasons there and has been adapted by more than 51 countries.
This is the show which gave common people the chance to dream and hope to become a millionaire. The show, in which contestants must answer a series of questions to become a millionaire, has been extremely popular with both critics and public. The first version was seen in Britain in 1998, and it now has been adapted by more than 35 countries. It allowed ordinary people to dream, which was the original goal.
21. Which of the following TV shows was the first to be on air?
A. Popstars. B. MasterChef.
C. Got Talent Series. D. Who Wants To Be A Millionaire.
22. What can we learn about Got Talent Series?
A. Some famous bands are formed.
B. It's the oldest talent hunt show.
C. It started in UK and lasted 9 seasons.
D. Various talents are allowed to attend it.
23. What may be the purpose of Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?
A. To offer some difficult puzzles.
B. To encourage chasing dreams.
C. To indicate how popular the show is.
D. To show how to become a millionaire.
