The Power of Fandoms
In this listening exercise, you will hear a speaker presenting on fandoms. As you listen, complete the notes. You do not need to write in full sentences.
What are Fandoms?
Fandoms…
- are communities where fans share a (i) ________ devotion to specific media franchises.
- are also known as _________ cultures.
- allow people to ________ with others who share their passion.
Background on fandoms
Year where fandoms began: (ii) _____
Fanzines are ___________ magazines filled with fan stories and discussions.
How people engage in fandoms
Common fandom practices include:
- Fan fictions are stories (iii) ________ or ________ upon by fans.
- Fan art are works where artists ________ characters and worlds in their own styles.
- “Vidding” is where fans reuse _______ from shows and movies.
Benefits of fandoms
Ways fandoms promote mental health:
- They provide a sense of (iv) _________ and ________, combatting feelings of loneliness.
- They offer a much-needed form of ________ and stress relief.
- Fandom activities are _________ outlets, allowing people to broaden their imaginations and build new skills.
(i) passionate, participatory, connect
(ii) 1930, handcrafted
(iii) reimagined, expanded, reinterpret, footage
(iv) belonging, identity, escapism, therapeutic
