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Listening Exercises: Can / can’t the usage

Pre-listening Activity: “Match the definition”

Instructions: Please listen to the vocabulary words audio and repeat.

Instructions: Please listen to the definition of the vocabulary words audio and match the definitions to the vocabulary list.

Matching Answers:

1. Host – A person who leads or presents a show or event.
2. Talent show – A scheduled event where individuals or groups perform to showcase their skills.
3. Perform – To do something in front of an audience, often to entertain.
4. Magic trick – An act designed to amaze or astonish people, often involving sleight of hand or illusions.
5. Nervous – Feeling anxious or uncertain about something.
6. Cards – A piece of stiff paper used in certain games, often numbered or illustrated.
7. Paint – The act of creating art using pigments on a surface.
8. Blank canvas – A completely white or empty surface on which something can be drawn or painted.
9. Dance – To move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps.
10. Practice – The act of doing something repeatedly to become better at it.
11. Robot – A mechanical device or figure, programmed to perform tasks.
12. Preparations – The initial phase of making or preparing something.
13. Surprise – Something unexpected that is revealed.
14. Live – Happening at the moment; being performed or taking place in real-time.
15. Talent – Concerned with an individual’s unique capabilities or qualities.

Instructions: Please respond this questions to the teacher or play the audio and respond after the question.

1. What talent would you like to showcase in a talent show?
   • In a talent show, I would like to showcase my talent for ___ (singing, dancing, painting)
2. Do you think practicing is important for a performance?
   • Yes, I think practicing is ___ (essential, somewhat important, not necessary)

Talent Show Listening

Listen to the each audio twice.

HOST:

LUCAS

HOST:

MIA:

HOST:

SAM

HOST:

While Listening Activity: Talent Show Details

Instructions: As you listen to the script about the talent show preparations, pay close attention to what each participant says about their act. Fill in the blanks with the specific details mentioned by Lucas, Mia, and Sam.

1. Lucas is planning to perform a ___ trick that involves ___ and has a surprise ending.
2. Mia will ___ live during the show, starting with a ___ canvas. She mentions that what she’ll paint is a ___.
3. Sam mentions feeling ___ but is working on a robot that can ___. He is not sure if it’s ___ yet but will show how it moves.

Answers:

1. Lucas is planning to perform a magic trick that involves cards and has a surprise ending.
2. Mia will paint live during the show, starting with a blank canvas. She mentions that what she’ll paint is a surprise.
3. Sam mentions feeling nervous but is working on a robot that can dance to music. He is not sure if it’s ready yet but will show how it moves.

practice makes perfect!!!

Talent Show Listening Script:

Host: “Welcome, everyone, to our school’s annual talent show preparations meeting! I’m Mr. Thompson, the host of this year’s talent show. Let’s hear what some of our talented students are planning to perform. First up, we have Lucas. Lucas, can you share with us what you’re planning?”

Lucas: “Hi, Mr. Thompson! Yes, I’m really excited. I will perform a magic trick that I’ve been practicing for weeks. It involves cards and a surprise ending that I think will amaze everyone.”

Host: “That sounds thrilling, Lucas! We can’t wait to see it. Next, we have Mia. Mia, what about you?”

Mia: “Hello! I’m going to paint live during the show. I’ll start with a blank canvas, and by the end of my act, there’ll be a complete painting. I can’t reveal what I’ll paint yet; it’s a surprise!”

Host: “Live painting! That’s quite unique, Mia. Now, let’s hear from Sam. Sam, tell us about your act.”

Sam: “Hey, everyone. I’m a bit nervous, but I’m building a small robot that can dance to music. It’s not ready yet, but I can show you how it moves so far. I hope everyone will like it.”

Host: “A dancing robot sounds fantastic, Sam! I’m sure it’ll be a hit. Thank you, Lucas, Mia, and Sam, for sharing. We all look forward to seeing your talents on stage. Remember, everyone, practice makes perfect. See you at the talent show!”

Title: “Reflecting on Talent Show Wonders”

Instructions for the Listening Response Exercise

Listen to the questions. Then, use the start of an answer we give you. You can use your own words or pick an option we give. If you find it hard, just choose one of our options.

Example:

• Question: “What do you like to see in a talent show?”
• Start of Answer: “I like to see…”
• Your Options: singing, dancing, magic tricks.
• Your Answer Can Be: “I like to see dancing.” Or, “I like to see singing and magic tricks.”

Remember, using your own words is good, but it’s okay to use our options too.

can / can’t the usage

1. What do you like to see in a talent show?
   • I like to see…
     • A) singing
     • B) dancing
     • C) magic tricks
2. Why do people go on talent shows?
   • People go on talent shows because…
     • A) they want to be famous
     • B) they love performing
     • C) they want to win prizes
3. “How do you feel when you watch someone perform?”
   • When I watch someone perform, I feel…
     • A) excited
     • B) nervous for them
     • C) happy
4. “What makes a good show?”
   • A good show needs…
     • A) lots of talent
     • B) funny moments
     • C) surprises
5. “Does practice make better?”
   • Yes, practice makes…
     • A) perfect
     • B) a little improvement
     • C) no difference
6. “What is important, the talent or the show?”
   • The most important thing is…
     • A) the talent
     • B) the show
     • C) having fun
7. “Do you like to perform alone or with friends?”
   • I prefer to perform…
     • A) alone
     • B) with friends
     • C) I don’t like to perform
8. “What can you learn from a talent show?”
   • From a talent show, you can learn…
     • A) to be brave
     • B) new skills
     • C) about teamwork
9. “Is it fun to be in a talent show?”
   • Being in a talent show is…
     • A) fun
     • B) scary
     • C) exciting
10. “Would you like to be a judge? Why?”
    • I would (not) like to be a judge because…
      • A) I enjoy making decisions
      • B) it’s too hard to choose
      • C) I like to support others