1.

Scranton Branch: The specific location or office of Dunder Mifflin Paper

Company in the city of Scranton, Pennsylvania.

 Example: The Scranton branch is known for its unique office culture.

2. Impromptu: Done without preparation; spontaneous.

 Example: Michael Scott often hosts impromptu events in the office.

3. Competitiveness: The quality of being competitive; having a strong desire to

win or be successful.

 Example: Dwight displays intense competitiveness during office games.

4. Flonkerton: A made-up sport involving racing while wearing cardboard boxes

on one's feet.

 Example: Kevin wins a medal in the Flonkerton event.

5. Antics: Funny or playful acts or behaviors.

 Example: The employees engage in amusing antics during the Office

Olympics.

6. Dynamic: Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

 Example: The dynamic between Jim and Pam evolves throughout the
series.

7. Quirky: Unusual in an interesting or amusing way; eccentric.

 Example: The quirky characters of "The Office" make the show

entertaining.

In "The Office" Season 2 Episode 3, titled "Office Olympics," the Scranton branch of
Dunder Mifflin ________ (decide) to host their own games in the office. Pam ________
(work) as the receptionist for many years while Jim ________ (create) a game called Office
Golf. Meanwhile, Dwight ________ (display) his intense competitiveness during the
games, and Michael ________ (host) impromptu events frequently. By the time Kevin
________ (win) a medal in the Flonkerton event, everyone ________ (already/eat) cake. Pam
________ (cheer) for Kevin during the race, while Jim ________ (take) notes. Throughout
the episode, Jim ________ (laugh) at Michael's jokes, while Pam ________ (roll) her eyes.
Overall, the episode ________ (showcase) the quirky dynamics of the office environment
and the amusing antics of its employees.

1. What are your overall thoughts on the episode "Office Olympics"? Did you find it
entertaining or humorous? Why or why not?
2. How would you describe the office culture depicted in the episode? What aspects of it
do you find relatable or unrealistic?
3. In what ways do the characters demonstrate competitiveness during the Office
Olympics? How does this competitiveness affect their interactions with each other?
4. What role does Michael Scott play in the episode? How does his leadership style
contribute to the events that unfold?
5. Discuss the dynamics between Jim and Pam in this episode. How do their interactions
during the Office Olympics reflect their relationship throughout the series?
6. What are some examples of the quirky antics or behaviors displayed by the characters
during the Office Olympics? Which character do you find the most amusing or
eccentric?
7. How does the concept of "impromptu" events play a role in the episode? Can you think
of any real-life situations where impromptu events might occur?
8. Reflecting on the Flonkerton event, why do you think Kevin's victory was significant to
the characters? How does it contribute to the overall atmosphere of the episode?
9. What themes or messages do you think the episode "Office Olympics" conveys? How
do these themes relate to workplace dynamics or human behavior in general?
10. If you were to organize your own "Office Olympics," what games or activities would
you include? How do you think your coworkers or colleagues would respond to such an
event?