But is hustle culture a scam? A new documentary follows a prankster filmmaker as he tries to pursue a fortune. It turns out to be far more difficult than hustling influencers claim.
The man who made £1m in 90 days
Hustle muscle: Journalist and filmmaker Oobah Butler's Channel 4 documentary reflects the absurdity, dishonesty and hollow promises behind so-called hustle culture. Comprehension quiz
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The word “hustle” most nearly means:
A: A quiet, slow way of moving
B: An energetic, often aggressive, way to make money
C: A careful, planned approach to saving
D: A friendly, polite conversation
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Which word is the closest synonym for “entrepreneur”?
A: Employee
B: Competitor
C: Business owner
D: Customer
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Add the correct punctuation to this sentence:
the filmmaker said his documentary was about hustle culture
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What challenge did filmmaker Oobah Butler set for himself in his new documentary?
A: To interview one million online influencers in 90 days.
B: To make $1 million in cryptocurrency in a few months.
C: To make £1 million in a few months.
D: To find out how many teens plan to invest in cryptocurrency.
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Which online platform is mentioned as being “full of videos” promoting the ideas of “hustle culture”?
A: YouTube
B: Instagram
C: Facebook
D: TikTok
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What is the value or use of “meme coins,” according to the quote from the Telegraph?
A: They hold little value and have no real-world utility.
B: They are just as valuable as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
C: They can be used to purchase a start-up business.
D: They have helped many young people achieve the £1 million goal.
Answers
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1: B, 2: C, 3: The filmmaker said his documentary was about hustle culture., 4: C, 5: D, 6: A
1: B, 2: C, 3: The filmmaker said his documentary was about hustle culture., 4: C, 5: D, 6: A
Glossary
Hustle - To obtain by forceful action, or to swindle.
Entrepreneur - A person who sets up their own business.
Internet Matters - A not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping families keep children safe online.
Bitcoin - A virtual currency that is "mined" using computers. Bitcoin was inspired by the idea that currencies' value should not be controlled by central banks. In truth, however, its value has fluctuated much more wildly than that of most centralised currencies.