Listening about personal information
Pre-Listening ExerciseHaving pen friends is a good way to meet people. What kinds of things would you write or talk about when introducing yourself to a friend for the first time? How do these topics change depending on the situation and the person to whom you are speaking (e.g., an older man on an airplane or a fellow student at a party)? Idiomshit it off = get along well, become friends nothing to write home about = not exciting or interesting Listening ExerciseA. Listen to the recording and answer the questions. Post-Listening ExerciseIntroduce yourself to several people (e.g, classmates, coworkers, complete strangers) in different situations. Then, find a Web site where you can locate people with the same interests as your own. Consider writing someone as a way of communicating with a new friend. Online InvestigationWhat social media sites do you use to meet new friends and communicate with family? |