ACTIVITY 93:
You will hear an interview with a woman called Amanda, who
suffered from amnesia. After listening, for questions 18-22
choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which
fits best according to what you hear.
Click the speaker
to listen (maximum: twice).
Then check the audio
transcription and the answers.
QUESTIONS 18-22
18.
Many explanations of how the brain works are...
A.
baffling. B.
theoretical. C.
illogical. D.
absurd.
19.
Before the accident she...
A.
was self-employed. B.
spoke a second language. C.
enjoyed working long hours. D.
had a good memory.
20.
What is understood from the 'cats and dogs' incident?
A.
She had developed a fear of animals. B.
She took everything literally. C.
Her friend enjoyed mocking her. D.
She loved cats and dogs.
21.
When she saw the programme about the Holocaust she...
A.
was horrified by human cruelty. B.
didn't believe it was real. C.
was physically ill. D.
didn't understand what was happening.
22.
What did her experience teach her?
A.
To value being alive. B.
To support other people. C.
To function in an institution. D.
To be a happier person.