Fast English Listening Practice
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What does the phrase 'backup plan' refer to?

  • A plan that is implemented at a later time.
  • A plan that is never used.
  • A plan that includes multiple alternatives.
  • A secondary plan to use if the original fails. (correct)

    • What does the informal expression 'pissed off' mean?

  • To make someone laugh.
  • To confuse someone severely.
  • To annoy someone mildly.
  • To make someone really angry. (correct)

    • In the sentence 'Her comment really pissed me off', what part of speech is 'pissed'?

  • Present tense verb.
  • Past participle verb. (correct)
  • Adjective.
  • Gerund.

    • What is the purpose of saying 'take what she says with a grain of salt'?

    <p>To suggest skepticism about someone's truthfulness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What verbal form is 'take' in the sentence 'Take what she says with a grain of salt'?

    <p>Imperative form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the sound 'should have' transformed in native speech?

    <p>Shoulda.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context given, what would be an appropriate situation for using a 'backup plan'?

    <p>When making a presentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of the soft 't' sound in the word 'pissed'?

    <p>It denotes the past tense but is often subtle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might 'pissing someone off' be considered impolite in direct address?

    <p>It implies a lack of respect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker mean by ‘take a sentence three times’?

    <p>Hearing it multiple times to understand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'it's high time' suggest?

    <p>It's an appropriate moment for an action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of linking sounds like in 'back up’?

    <p>To make speech flow more naturally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might you need to write down what you hear during the exercises?

    <p>It aids in understanding pronunciation changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In conversational English, how do native speakers commonly alter the phrase 'should have'?

    <p>Should've.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'it's high time' imply?

    <p>Something should happen sooner rather than later.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'to let someone go' mean in a workplace context?

    <p>To terminate someone's employment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the word 'frazzled' used in context?

    <p>To look tired and worried.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the verb 'to nitpick'?

    <p>To find faults in unimportant details.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when someone 'nitpicks like crazy'?

    <p>They obsessively point out minor faults.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the phrase 'it's okay to be picky', what is the connotation of 'picky'?

    <p>An acceptable level of selectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly uses 'it's high time'?

    <p>It's high time we decide where to go on vacation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'take what she says with a grain of salt' imply?

    <p>Consider her words with skepticism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when pronouncing 'little' in fast speech?

    <p>It may sound like 'liddle'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone 'looks frazzled', which of the following is least likely?

    <p>They look well-groomed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a nitpicker described as?

    <p>An individual who finds many faults.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario best illustrates someone nitpicking?

    <p>Complaining about the meal's temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tone does the phrase 'we should have had a backup plan' convey?

    <p>Regret about a past decision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might cause someone to look frazzled?

    <p>Handling multiple stressful tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes someone who has very strong preferences about what they like and dislike?

    <p>Picky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it considered acceptable to be picky, according to the content?

    <p>When selecting a job or spouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'let's call it a day' imply?

    <p>Let's stop working for the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'beat' mean in this context?

    <p>To be exhausted or very tired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason to say 'let's call it a day'?

    <p>Because everyone is exhausted or unproductive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to be 'nosy'?

    <p>To be overly interested in others' private matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'pet peeve'?

    <p>Something that annoys someone particularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT mentioned as a common pet peeve?

    <p>Frequent interruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'working like crazy' suggest?

    <p>Working very hard or tirelessly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which situation most accurately exemplifies being nosy?

    <p>Checking a significant other's phone without permission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might someone react to bad manners according to the content?

    <p>By feeling annoyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the gerund form of the verb that describes being nosy?

    <p>Being nosy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone is described as 'cluttered,' what does it mean?

    <p>It is very messy and disorganized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a reason to tell someone 'you shouldn't be so nosy'?

    <p>They are invading someone's privacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'got a little out of hand' imply?

    <p>The situation became chaotic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'to stick up for someone' mean?

    <p>To support or defend someone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the word 'caught' pronounced in the phrase 'caught me off guard'?

    <p>caught</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when someone is described as being 'nosy'?

    <p>They are curious about others' affairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the phrase 'his email really caught me off guard', what does 'caught off guard' indicate?

    <p>I was surprised by the email.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'diet' refer to in this context?

    <p>A meal plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone is said to be 'picky', what quality are they exhibiting?

    <p>They are selective about their choices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the phrase 'you shouldn't be so nosy' considered negative?

    <p>It indicates a lack of personal boundaries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'it's so hard sticking to this diet' emphasize?

    <p>The difficulty of adhering to a diet plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'thanks for sticking up for me', what is the speaker expressing?

    <p>Support and appreciation for defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the word 'little' be pronounced by native speakers?

    <p>lit-tle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'pulling someone off guard' usually mean?

    <p>To catch someone unprepared.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What grammatical structure is used in the sentence 'I was caught off guard by his email'?

    <p>Passive voice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of pronunciation is highlighted when saying 'thanks for sticking up for me'?

    <p>Unstressed syllables.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'down the line' imply in a conversation?

    <p>It indicates that something will happen eventually, but not immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is in the present perfect tense?

    <p>Have you edited it yet?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to 'have what it takes'?

    <p>To have the necessary skills or qualities for success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'all set' imply in a conversation?

    <p>Checking if someone is prepared or ready</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences uses 'already' correctly in a present perfect statement?

    <p>I have already finished my homework.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the expression 'to be all over the map'?

    <p>To be in a disorganized or confused state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'to move up' in a business context usually refer to?

    <p>To get a promotion or a higher position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the phrase 'keep your eyes peeled for the turn', what does 'keep your eyes peeled' suggest?

    <p>To watch carefully or be alert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context provided, what does being 'caught up' mean?

    <p>To have completed all previously assigned tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an informal way to ask for an estimated cost?

    <p>Can you just ballpark the cost for me?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'to ballpark' something refer to?

    <p>To offer a vague idea or rough estimate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'let's revisit this down the line' mean?

    <p>To talk about this in the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the auxiliary verb 'does' be pronounced in a quick conversational context?

    <p>Dus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the use of auxiliary verbs in conversational English?

    <p>They can often be reduced in pronunciation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct form of the verb in: 'I ___ edited the document yet'?

    <p>haven't</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely the most challenging aspect of saying 'have you edited it yet'?

    <p>The pronunciation of 'edited'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone suggests to 'keep your eyes peeled for any spelling or grammar mistakes', what are they implying?

    <p>To check for mistakes carefully</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase would indicate a person is prepared for a meeting?

    <p>I'm all caught up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can 'all set' typically be used in a conversation?

    <p>To ask if someone is ready to go</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible common outcome of using the phrase 'ballpark figure'?

    <p>To understand the range of costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ability is implied when someone says they might not have the fluency skills?

    <p>They possess the qualities to succeed in learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sentence 'can you just ballpark the cost for me' imply?

    <p>A rough estimate is being requested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence illustrates a common use of the term 'yet' in questions?

    <p>Have you finished the project yet?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a disorganized report symbolize when described as 'all over the map'?

    <p>It addresses too many topics incompletely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following verbs is highlighted as imperative in the content?

    <p>Keep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does being asked to 'revisit this down the line' imply about the timing of a next discussion?

    <p>It will happen at a future time that is not defined.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of going on a diet?

    <p>To lose weight or body fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to stick to a diet?

    <p>To continue with an eating plan despite challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the expression 'stick it out' mean?

    <p>To continue something until it is finished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In spoken English, why might native speakers drop auxiliary verbs?

    <p>They are not needed to understand the meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'I'm all caught up' imply?

    <p>Having met all deadlines completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'bring someone up to speed' mean?

    <p>To inform someone about the latest updates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about the phrase 'go on a diet'?

    <p>It describes a permanent lifestyle change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the T sound pronounced in the phrase 'stick it out'?

    <p>Like a soft D sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied when someone asks, 'Do you have a sec?'

    <p>They require a brief amount of time for a discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the phrase 'going out' best described?

    <p>Participating in a social activity outside the home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'are you all set' imply?

    <p>You are ready for an upcoming situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'healthy diet'?

    <p>A balanced intake of nutritious food and drink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation would you likely ask 'Are you going out tonight?'

    <p>Inquiring about social plans for the evening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tense is used in the question 'Are you going out tonight?'

    <p>Present continuous tense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the words 'you all' in the southern U.S. dialect?

    <p>They become 'y'all'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested by the phrase 'it's so hard sticking to this diet'?

    <p>This eating plan presents challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a synonym of 'caught up'?

    <p>Behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'edited it' imply in the context mentioned?

    <p>To have made changes to a document</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does continuing on a diet until a goal is achieved signify?

    <p>Commitment to the eating plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of unstressed sounds in conversational speech?

    <p>They speed up the conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone mentions they were on vacation and asks to be brought 'up to speed', what are they seeking?

    <p>An update on work-related matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the word 'all' in the phrase 'I’m all caught up'?

    <p>It is often omitted in casual conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'diet' imply in its general sense?

    <p>Any food and drink consumed regularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone responds positively to 'Do you have a sec?', what may they be implying?

    <p>They are available for a quick chat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does dedicating oneself to a diet involve?

    <p>Commitment and focus on the plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The combination of 'out' and 'tonight' in 'going out tonight' demonstrates what grammatical concept?

    <p>Pronunciation reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following expressions suggests someone is ready to discuss a document?

    <p>Do you have a sec to talk about this?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone says 'I've edited it', what task are they likely indicating they have completed?

    <p>Modified it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fast English Listening Practice

    • Lesson Focus: Improving listening comprehension of fast English, including natural pronunciation, advanced expressions, phrasal verbs, and idioms.
    • Test Structure: The entire one-hour lesson acts as a test, requiring understanding of individual words and complex expressions.
    • Learning Method: The speaker will say a sentence three times, followed by a detailed explanation, enabling students to understand the pronunciation changes and advanced expressions.

    Example Listening Exercises

    • Backup Plan:
      • Pronunciation: Combination of sounds; the "l" in "should have" is often silent; linking of "back up".
      • Meaning: An alternative plan in case the original plan fails. (e.g., using a USB drive for a presentation).
    • "Pissed Me Off":
      • Pronunciation: The "ed" ending is a soft "t" sound, often unpronounced.
      • Meaning: A very informal way of saying "made me very angry". Consider the context -- use in complaints.
    • "Take Something With a Grain of Salt":
      • Pronunciation: Clear, but understanding the idiom is key.
      • Meaning: Don't believe everything you're told; consider the reliability of the information.
    • "It's High Time":
      • Pronunciation: Linking sounds; "Her" sounds like "er".
      • Meaning: Suggesting something should happen now, rather than later. Suggesting that needed to happen earlier.
    • "Frazzled":
      • Pronunciation: Soft "d" sound in the past-tense ending.
      • Meaning: To look or feel very tired and worried/anxious, often visibly.

    Vocabulary and Idioms

    • Nitpick: Find fault in minor details.
    • Picky: Having strong preferences.
    • Beat: Extremely tired
    • Ballpark: A rough estimate.
    • Down the Line: In the future, but unspecified.

    Grammar

    • Imperative: Giving orders, instructions, or suggestions.
    • Present Perfect: Expressing actions completed in the past with relation to the present.

    Additional Tips

    • Imitation Exercises: Repeating sentences to practice pronunciation and speed.
    • Contractions: Using contractions (e.g., "it's" for "it is") shows natural speech.
    • Auxiliary Verbs: Native speakers often omit auxiliary verbs.
    • Reduced Pronunciation: Words are frequently combined, and sounds are reduced for fluency.
    • Linking: The speaker emphasizes linking sounds to enhance fluency.

    Other Expressions

    • "All Set": Ready or prepared.
    • "Out of Hand": Out of control.
    • "Caught Me Off Guard": Surprising someone with information.
    • "Sticking Up For Someone": Supporting or defending someone.
    • "Stick To A Diet": Staying committed to a diet plan.
    • "Stick It Out": Continuing with something until the end.
    • "Bring Someone Up To Speed": Providing the latest information on something.
    • "Have What It Takes": Having the skills or qualities to succeed.
    • "Edit": Review and/or revise a document, especially to correct changes.
    • "Going Out": Leaving home for social activities.
    • "Keep Your Eyes Peeled": Watching carefully.
    • "Pet Peeve": Something that extremely annoys you.

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