ENGLISH LISTENING COMPREHENSION THROUGH MOVIES 26


CLIP SOURCE: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
TYPE OF ENGLISH: British English




QUESTIONS:

1. At the beginning of their conversation, the man in the office asks the man with the bike _______________________.
  if everything is clear
  if he has clearance for his bike
  if he can ride his bike

2. The man jokingly refers to the people in the office as _______________________
  cutthroats
  blondes
  a bland bunch

3. Why does the man with the bike come to the office?
  To leave his bike
  To check out the new girl
  To talk business

4. Has (Roy) Bland seen the new girl yet?
  Yes
  No
  It's not specified

5. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the phrasal verb "to pop down"?
  To get angry
  To get off
  To come by

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DID YOU KNOW?

Learning a language through watching movies can be surprisingly effective, and there are several reasons why it works well. Check our other exercises for more reasons!

Cultural insight
Language isn't just words; it's culture. Movies expose you to customs, humor, social norms, and conversational patterns that textbooks often miss, giving you a deeper understanding of how to use the language appropriately.

Active learning opportunities
You can pause, repeat, or mimic lines, which helps with speaking and listening practice. Shadowing (repeating dialogue along with characters) improves accent, rhythm, and fluency. Subtitles also allow for reading practice, connecting spoken and written forms of the language.

Motivation and fun
Learning through entertainment reduces stress and increases motivation. The brain absorbs information more effectively when you are emotionally engaged and enjoying the activity.


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