Lesson 25
Today’s lesson is 120 words.
Greetings
Hello guys, welcome back. The weather in Washington, DC is cold. It’s not the best day to go outside!
News
Listening Activity:
Listen to the audio first. Then, click “Reveal Text” to read the sentence.
Watch the Acceptance Speech:
Music
Musician Spotlight: Warren Wolf
Watch the video to see how much you can understand!
Grammar Tips
Knowing the difference between “to listen” and “to hear”:
To listen: to try to actively hear something. This is an intentional and focused activity.
I am listening to music.
She listens to the news on the radio.
To hear: when sound comes into your ear with no effort. This is accidental, involuntary, and effortless.
He heard a strange noise in the forest.
Speak louder, I can’t hear you.
Writing Prompt
Prompts:
Write sentences that demonstrate your knowledge of the verbs “to listen” and “to hear”. For example, what are your favorite sounds in nature? What are some things that you enjoy listening to in your day-to-day life?
Class Discussion
What did you think of today’s lesson? Did you learn any new vocabulary? Do you have grammar questions? Let us know below!