Tag: People

B1 – Intermediate

A library is the place where books regarding every type are held. Many people love to spend their time inside the library. They gain wisdom, knowledge and joy of the vast period of history, science, fiction, art and architecture.

Listen to this audio and read the transcript below about libraries.

https://listenaminute.com/l/libraries.html

Vocabulary Questions:

1. What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘library’? Explain.
2. What does “atmosphere” mean here, “They all have a special atmosphere.”? Give 2 synonyms.
3. What does it mean when “something/someone does things to something/someone” mean? “A room with a large collection of books does things to people.” Use it in your own sentence.

Discussion Questions:

1. Do you agree or disagree that “Every library I’ve been to in the world is the same.” Explain your point.
2. When have you spent the most time in a library and why?
3. What does a room with a large collection of books do to you?
4. Do you think libraries have changed over the years? Elaborate.
5. What do you think libraries will be like 50 years from now?

B1 – Intermediate

Disability refers at physical, mental or other inability of a person that one is incapable of completing a task that would require typically normal efforts. Each type of disability needs different kind of support and assistance.

Listen to this audio and read the transcript about disability.

https://listenaminute.com/d/disability.html

Vocabulary Questions:

1. What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘disability’? Explain.
2. What does “human spirit” mean? Use it in a sentence.
3. What does “to excel” mean? Give 2 synonyms.

Discussion Questions:

1. Some people prefer to use the term ‘physically challenged’ instead of ‘disabled’. What do you think about this?
2. What problems do people with disabilities face in your country?
3. Do you always try to help people who are disabled? In what way?

B1 – Intermediate

People’s lives are surrounded by a great deal of work in today’s modern life, thanks to technological major advancements and cutting-edge breakthroughs in every aspect of science. Some people firmly believe that learning new sports or arts and crafts appears to help them make better use of their free time. So, how about you? Are you busy? 

Let’s listen to the audio and read the transcript below about being busy.

https://listenaminute.com/b/busy.html

Discussion Questions:

1. What takes up most of your time?
2. Do you think you manage your time wisely? Why or why not?
3. Would you rather be overly busy or unproductive? Explain your choice.
4. How do you know when there are too many tasks and when they are manageable?
5. Do you have enough time to pursue your interests? Why or why not?

B1 – Intermediate

Laughing is contagious. It brings happiness, lifts spirits, and brings about good judgment.

Laughter has very good benefits to our body. Laughter and jokes help boost the immune system, improve your quality of life, promote healing, and protect you from the negative outcomes of stress. Best of all, this medicine is totally organic, fascinating, unlimited, and not to mention, free.

Listen to the audio and read the transcript about laughter.

https://listenaminute.com/l/laughter.html

Discussion Questions:

1. What usually makes you laugh?
2. Do you consider it necessary for people to laugh? Why or why not?
3. Do you like making other people laugh? Why or why not?
4. Why do some people seem to laugh more frequently than others?
5. Is laughing synonymous to happiness, contentment, or joy? Explain. 
6. What is the funniest moment of your life and why?

B1 – Intermediate

Are you a night owl?

The night should be the most peaceful period of the day. It is a great time to look at the stars because they’re beautiful,  lay out on the beach or any other place, and just talk and hang out with friends.

Let’s listen to the audio and read the transcript about nighttime.

https://listenaminute.com/n/night.html

Discussion Questions:

1. What do you do at night that is different from during the day?
2. Do you feel different at night than you do during the day? Explain.
3. What’s the best night out you’ve ever had?
4. What would life and the world be like if humans were nocturnal – we slept during the day and were active at night?
5. Talk about an interesting night in your life. What made it special?

B1 – Intermediate

In today’s modern world, life has become a constant pursuit of distraction. Being more patient can do wonders to our mental health, career, and personal relationships. Patience makes us better people.

Let’s listen to the audio and read the transcript below about patience.

https://listenaminute.com/p/patience.html

Discussion Questions:

1. Are you patient? Is it difficult for you to be as such? Explain your answer.
2. How can you improve the quality of patience in yourself? What techniques can you think of?
3. When was the last time you lost your patience?
4. Who/what requires the most patience in your life?
5. Do you think you’re getting more patient or impatient as you get older? Explain.