( RECORDING 1)
Task 2. Listen to a talk show about heritage preservation and climate change and choose the
correct answer to each of the following questions. You can listen to the recording TWICE.
1. Why are heritage sites important?
A. They are modern landmarks.
B. They serve as tourist attractions.
C. They allow us to understand history and culture.
D. They contribute to climate change awareness.
2. How does climate change affect heritage sites?
A. It leads to erosion due to lower sea levels.
B. It helps to preserve heritage sites better.
C. It causes damage or destruction to heritage sites.
D. It makes heritage sites become more attractive.
3. Which challenge is the historic city of Venice facing?
A. Rising temperatures are causing frequent heavy rainfall.
B. Sea-level rise is harming the city’s tourism.
C. Rising temperatures are damaging the city’s architecture.
D. Sea-level rise is destroying the city’s artworks.
4. What is one thing individuals can do to protect heritage sites?
A. decreasing carbon emissions B. supporting unsustainable practices
C. stopping visiting heritage sites D. buying historical artefacts
5. What can governments and organisations do to preserve heritage sites?
A. They ignore international cooperation.
B. They adopt policies for preserving heritage sites.
C. They implement policies to attract more tourists.
D. They invest money in developing new sites.
RECORDING 2
Task 1. Listen to a talk about signs of an independent person and fill in each blank with ONE
suitable word. You can listen to the recording TWICE.
Signs of an Independent Person
solve problems by yourself - take care of yourself
- solve your own problems (1) _____________________
- ask a trusted source for help if necessary
be (2) _____________________ - utilise and save money (3) _____________________
to your finances - make a living and support yourself
- become responsible for well-being and (4)
____________________ stability
do not (5) - stick to your plans and (6) _____________________
___________________ on - be responsible to maintain yourself while pursuing your dreams
others’ opinions
Task 2. Listen to a talk about teen independence and decide if the following statements are true
(T) or false (F). You can listen to the recording TWICE.
_________ 1. It’s important for parents to respect their teens’ privacy.
_________ 2. Texting may be the best means of communication between parents and teens.
_________ 3. Doing things together makes parents and teens feel more connected.
_________ 4. Involving teens in decision-making can start with planning meals.
_________ 5. Parents should talk to their children about their children’s expectations.
_________ 6. Teens will become confident decision-makers with practice.