STEP 1

Listening for gist (general understanding)

In this first step, you will listen through this conversation between a husband and his wife onboard the bus. Don't worry about understanding every word they are saying. Just try to understand the general meaning. 

These questions can help you:
-   Where has the wife just been?
-   Which was her objective there?
-   What sort of a woman is she?

Now, relax and start listening to the audio file ...  

While listening to the audio we suggest you take notes (keywords, attitudes, etc.) in the blank space below. When the audio ends, write a brief review of the conversation (about 60 words is more than enough) in the blank space. Then click on ANSWER to check out your writing:

   ANSWER

STEP 2

Listening for comprehension

In this second step, try to do the activity below while you listen to the audio and without stopping it. You must choose the same alternative mentioned during the dialogue. Then click on ANSWER to check it out.

1.  It sure wasn't easy,

but I wish you had been. but I feel good about it.

2.  You just have to realize that

you don't have to take it personally. it doesn't matter what they think.

3.  Oh, I don't think

I ever could. I could do that.

4.  I'll think about what you said and

ANSWER

Now, please CLICK HERE FOR STEP 3. You will find there the full transcription
of the conversation together with interesting glossaries and notes.