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ENGLISH LISTENING COMPREHENSION THROUGH MOVIES 16
Movie: The Banshees of Inisherin
English dialect: Irish English
Here's what you do:
- Watch the video, and pay attention to it! (You can pause and rewind the video.)
- Answer the listening comprehension questions below the video.
- Check your answers.
QUESTIONS:
(Your answers will be displayed in a new window)
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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.
