10 Questions
What is the presenter's main struggle when it comes to learning a new language?
Listening
According to Gabriella, how do most people perform in exams in terms of speaking and listening?
Most people do pretty well in speaking compared with listening.
What does the presenter find challenging about asking someone to repeat what they said in a conversation?
People often repeat what they said equally as fast, leaving the presenter still lost.
What is one strategy suggested by Gabriella to handle a conversation with high stakes?
Summarise what they said
What are the two strategies mentioned by Gabriella for dealing with difficulties in understanding in real-life conversations?
Pretend to understand and exit the conversation quickly
When might it not matter if you're just chatting with a stranger according to Gabriella?
At the bus stop
How does the presenter feel about always asking for something to be repeated in a conversation?
The presenter feels stupid when asking for something to be repeated, especially if they still don't understand even after the repetition.
What does Gabriella suggest doing if you're at a government office or a bank and need information?
Ask smaller questions to control the conversation
How does Gabriella propose starting a summary when you didn't understand what was said?
By making it a question
What is one way to naturally prompt the other person to continue answering your questions?
Break it down into smaller questions
Learn tips and strategies for enhancing your listening skills in language learning. Join expert teacher Gabriella as she shares insights on the challenges of listening and how to overcome them.
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