024 | Intermediate - Short Story: Zara and the Open Road [English Listening Practice]
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Title: Zara and the Open RoadLevel: Intermediate (B) #Story : Zara, a 21-year-old motorcycle enthusiast, lives for the thrill of riding. Her customized black motorcycle is her pride and joy, and she feels free every time she hits the open road. One morning, Zara is invited to a motorcycle rally outside the city, where bikers from all over gather to ride together. At the rally, she meets new friends, including a guy with a Ducati who is impressed with her bike and riding skills. Together, they ride through winding mountain roads, enjoying the beautiful scenery and the excitement of the ride. During a break at a diner, the guy suggests Zara try racing, believing she has the talent for it. While Zara loves the idea of racing, for now, she’s content with the freedom of riding and the adventures it brings. As she returns home, she feels happy and fulfilled, knowing that the open road will always be her true passion. #Vocabulary : Rally: A gathering of people with similar interests, in this case, motorcyclists, to ride together.Custom: Something made or modified to fit a specific person’s taste.Helmet: A protective headgear worn by motorcyclists.Throttle: The device used to control the speed of the motorcycle.Ducati: A brand of motorcycles, known for their speed and style. #Grammar Focus: Past Simple Tense: The story uses past simple to describe Zara’s experiences at the rally (e.g., "Zara parked her bike," "She led the group").Phrasal Verbs: Common phrasal verbs like "show off," "take off," and "give up" are used to describe actions throughout the story.Direct Speech: Dialogue between Zara and the other riders adds interaction and realism (e.g., "Nice bike," "Have you ever thought about racing?").Comparatives: The story uses comparatives to describe Zara’s skills and bike compared to others (e.g., "more custom," "faster").Action Verbs: The story is filled with dynamic action verbs like "revved," "sped," and "weaved," adding excitement to the narrative. Website: https://Readiocast.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua ------- Learn English fast and easily with podcasts Conversation, Best Tips For Learning English, Improve Your English Language, Listening and Speaking through Listening, Dictation and Grammar Focus with new words, best practice to learn English online by short stories. (best practice for English Listening skills) ------- #English #learnenglish #howtospeakenglish #englishforbeginners #englishtutorial #ielts #listening #englishlearning #englishpractice #learnenglish #listeningpractice #englishstory #practice #LearnEnglishfast #grammer #podcast #Englishpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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