I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Sam and Gary, employees at a sporting goods company, discuss the results of recent survey administered by their company.
HELPFUL TIP: Lively discussion is often part of business meetings. Don’t be afraid to share your ideas when the time is right.
II. Listening Exercises
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I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Name one national park in your country and think about what makes it a unique place to visit (e.g., the scenic views, the wildlife, the flora, outdoor recreation, etc.).
HELPFUL TIP: Visiting national parks can be a wonderful way to discover the natural and historic beauty of the area […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
When you visit another country (or talk to someone about your own), you can communicate better when you can understand and use numbers in describing countries — their history, geography, population, and even economy.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
How old is this bridge?
>> It was built four hundred fifty (450) years ago.
What […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Many people go to the movies to relax and enjoy their favorite pictures. What kinds of movies do you like to see and why? Do you buy any snacks at the concession stand at the movie theater? Why or why not?
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
Do you want to catch a movie?
>> Sure. […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
A common topic of conversation centers around our work, and people often might ask us about our jobs, including specific details on what we do.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
What do you do for a living?
>> I work as a receptionist as at software company.
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I. Pre-Listening Exercises
If you want to find a good job, you have to make sure you qualified for the position. What was your college major? How much experience do you have? Can you describe a work situation in which you were able to solve a challenging problem? Here are some key […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Choosing the right language school for your might depend on your goals, the cost, the school’s reputation, and the types of classes that are offered. If you know how to ask questions about these topics, you will be able a good decision about different programs.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
What kinds of classes […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
If you don’t have a good map of the city you are visiting, you might have to ask a lot of questions to find yourself around. Look at the expressions below and be sure to understand the meaning of the places on the map before you begin the listening […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Many people take the bus to go to and from work or travel by bus on their vacations. If you are in a different country, and you don’t understand bus announcements in English, you might end up on the wrong bus to Las Vegas instead of New York. Study […]
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Talking on the phone is sometimes difficult because you can talk face-to-face with the other person, but you can speak better on the phone as you study common telephone expressions.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
Hello. Is Cindy there?
>> Just a minute please.
May I leave a message for Mike?
>> Sure. Go ahead.
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