Basic Listening Quizzes
Travel and Numbers
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 […]
Movies
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. […]
Job Hunting – Quiz 2
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.
[…]
Job Hunting – Quiz 1
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 […]
ESL Programs
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 […]
Directions Around Town (3)
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 […]
Bus Travel
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 […]
Telephone
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.
[…]
Shopping Center
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
If you need shoes, a book, or even a new stereo, you probably can find many of these things at a shopping mall near you. Try this listening activity to improve your understanding of this topic.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
Where did you buy that shirt?
>> I bought it at a clothing store […]
Restaurants
I. Pre-Listening Exercises
Most people enjoy going to restaurants for a bite (=a small amount of something) to eat; however, if you don’t understand the server or the menu, you might only be able to order a glass of water.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:
Hi. May I take your order?
>> Yes. I’d like a salad.
What do […]
