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II. Listening Portion (Part A &B) (5 marks)
Part
A
1. Listen to from the following 'TedTalk Ideas' URL link:
https://www. ted. com/talks/john_mewhorter 4 reasons to learn a new_languagett-148997
2. Within the video, identify 10 different examples from 5 different categories in the "Grammar &
Vocabulary Categories" section below.
3. Just like the "example" shown below, you must write the example you found in the video, the category it fits,
and your own similar example. Make sure you have correct punctuation & capitalization.
4. Make sure to highlight the correct word/(s) you use in both columns #1 & #3 (similar to the
"example" shown).
Part B
1. In your own words, summarize the video's main points. (100-120 words) Make sure to include if
you agree or disagree with the speaker's point of view/ideas. Support your opinion with examples.
2. According to the speaker what are the benefits of learning a new language, especially English?
Explain them in your own words.
3. Write one paragraph comparing English to your native language (100-120 words) You have to use
comparative and superlative adjectives,
The following is an example: