English Listening B1 Episode 32 -
Fill in the Blanks Exercise
TRACK 2
You hear a girl talking. Which sport does she do?
There are two members and the idea is to hit the ball over the net so that it touches the ground before the other team gets . It's great fun and really keeps you fit. I don't like sports with lots of equipment helmets so this is perfect for me. I also love team sports, but I don't like being in a big team like in basketball or football.
You hear a coach talking to a basketball team. How does he feel about the team?
Look, you've all played quite well during the last few months but recently I've . What's going on? Hey? Tell me - I need to know. Look, I saw some good teamwork and the goals were great in the last match, but many of you , it's like you don't want to win. So, what's the problem? Isn't anybody going to say anything? Harry, you're the Captain, what do you think? What am I doing here if you're not going to talk to me?
You hear two boys talking at a sports match. How do they both feel?
M: Oh no, I don't believe it. They're coming off the pitch because of rain! We've only !
B: Oh no! Why were we so late?
M: Well, we didn't know they were going to stop playing at 12 o'clock, did we?
B: I know. I can't believe it! We're so unlucky! Do you think the rain will stop soon?
M: I don't think so. Look at .
B: What a shame! I really wanted to see this match!
You hear radio commentary on a cycling race. Which team wins?
Well, this is an incredibly the British and the American cyclists for first place! For the last kilometre those two teams have been going really well. There's also going to be a fight for third place though, as the French cyclist and the Italian . Back to the first two though, and as we head into the final 500 m, the American is just in front, but no, at the finishing line it's Great Britain .... they've won it!
You hear two teenagers talking about their plans for after school. How does the girl feel?
G: Oh, I've just remembered, !
B: But you said you wanted to come to the cinema with me.
G: I know, I'm sorry, but I can't miss swimming, can I?
B: Why not?
G: Because... well, I like it, .
B: Yes, but that film you wanted to watch is on...
G: Oh, that doesn't matter, I hope Mum can take me. Yes, I'm sure she can
B: Great.... thanks!
You hear an interviewer talking to a tennis player. Where are they?
INT: Helena, how are you feeling ?
H: Right now, I'm really tired John! But of course, I'm so happy! There's an amazing atmosphere here and this fantastic crowd . It was very hard and at times I didn't think I could do it, but this is becoming my lucky place and the people are great. I'm even enjoying the TV interviews !
INT: Well, Helena. Congratulations. Now go and get some rest!
