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What was Joe's job in Madrid?
What was Joe's job in Madrid?
- A language teacher
- An intern at the U.S. embassy (correct)
- A museum curator
- A walking tour guide
Joe spent most of his weekends in Spain with his friends.
Joe spent most of his weekends in Spain with his friends.
False (B)
What was Joe's favorite thing to do in Spain?
What was Joe's favorite thing to do in Spain?
Walking around by himself
Joe visited many museums in Spain, including those featuring the works of _______________.
Joe visited many museums in Spain, including those featuring the works of _______________.
How did the narrator react when Joe said Velázquez was a Romantic painter?
How did the narrator react when Joe said Velázquez was a Romantic painter?
The narrator enjoyed hearing about Joe's experiences in Spain.
The narrator enjoyed hearing about Joe's experiences in Spain.
Match the following phrases with the correct context:
Match the following phrases with the correct context:
The narrator's friend Emma had made her a veteran of _______________________ conversations.
The narrator's friend Emma had made her a veteran of _______________________ conversations.
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Study Notes
The Conversation
- The narrator catches up with Joe, who has just returned from studying abroad in Spain and is eager to share his experiences.
- Joe talks about his internship at the U.S. embassy in Madrid and his excitement about seeing democracy in action abroad.
- He apologizes for using terms like "visa" and "expat" that the narrator might not know.
Joe's Cultural Experiences
- Joe spent his weekends absorbing Spain's culture by taking solo walking tours of the city.
- He enjoyed walking alone, feeling grounded in the place, and connecting with the locals.
- He visited museums and was moved by Diego Velázquez's works, considering him one of the greatest Romantic painters.
- The narrator corrects Joe, pointing out that Velázquez was actually a Baroque painter.
The Stereotype of Study Abroad Students
- Some study abroad students may romanticize the European lifestyle and think they can never live in the U.S. again.
- These wannabe expatriates often idealize Europe and think they've found a deeper connection to the continent.
- It's possible to poke fun at these students in a lighthearted way.
- To deal with a study abroad student, identify their archetype and prepare accordingly, tailoring your approach to their experiences abroad.
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