Listening practice

Exercises

Let's listen to the recording and do some tasks

General Understanding:

Specific Details:

Why does the speaker cook a lot of food on Sundays?
What sport does the speaker usually watch in the afternoons?
What is the speaker's profession?
Why doesn't the speaker like Mondays?
At what time does the speaker go to work on weekdays?
What are typical breakfast and lunch habits in the UK, as described by the speaker?
Why is it essential for the speaker to play with their cat in the evening?
Describe a typical British dinner as mentioned in the text.
What is "supper", and when do people typically have it?
How does the speaker feel on Fridays?
What are the speaker's favorite types of restaurants?
What does the speaker usually do after dinner on Saturdays?

Inference:

Personal Reflection:

Do you have any routines similar to the speaker's? Which ones?
How does the daily routine described in the text differ from typical routines in your culture or country?

Let's listen to the recording and do some tasks

General Understanding:

Specific Details:

Which four seasons are present in the UK?
Describe the weather characteristics of each season in the UK.
Why is summer the speaker's favorite season?
Is the UK popular with tourists all year round? Which season attracts the most tourists?
Which type of weather doesn't the speaker like and why?
How does rain frequency vary in England according to the speaker?
What is the speaker's opinion about how weather affects people's moods?
What are the main examples of bad weather in England?
How does the speaker check the weather forecast?

Inference:

Based on the speaker's information, how might the weather influence daily life in the UK?
Why might the speaker not often check the weather unless they have outdoor plans?

Personal Reflection: