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Intermediate English Listening Practice with Exercises and Answer Key - Topic Travel
This is a free B1 intermediate level English listening lesson about traveling, generated using Cathoven AI tools. It includes listening exercises in various formats, along with the answer keys and explanations.

  1. True/False questions
  2. Multiple choice questions
  3. Short answer questions

Explore the World - Traveling to Japan

How to use this listening lesson:

  1. Listen to the Material
  2. Check the Transcript
  3. Solve the Questions
  4. Review Answer Keys and Explanations

How to use this listening lesson

  1. Listen to the Material
  2. Check the Transcript 
  3. Solve the Questions
  4. Review Answer Keys and Explanations

Transcript

Traveling to Japan is an exciting experience for many people. Japan has a rich culture. When you visit Japan, there are many things you can do and see. You can explore beautiful temples and shrines. These places offer a glimpse into Japan’s history. They are usually calm and peaceful. Trying Japanese food is another important part of the trip. Sushi, ramen, and tempura are very popular. Each region in Japan has its own special dishes. It’s fun to try different foods in different places. Don’t forget to use chopsticks! Another interesting aspect is Japan’s technology. Tokyo, the capital city, is famous for its modern buildings. You can see the latest gadgets and electronics. There are also many clean and efficient trains. They make traveling around the country easy. Japanese culture values respect and politeness. When you enter someone’s home, you should take off your shoes. Bowing is a common way to greet people. Understanding these customs will make your trip more enjoyable. Finally, you should definitely experience a traditional tea ceremony. It is an important cultural activity in Japan. The ceremony is slow and thoughtful. It gives you a chance to relax and reflect. Overall, Japan offers a unique blend of traditional and modern experiences.

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General Level: B1.8

Vocabulary: B1.4

Verb Form: A1.2

Clause: A2.0

Prosody: B2.4

Phrases and Idioms

Lemma

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Sentences

take off

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· When you enter someone’s home, you should take off your shoes.

True / False

  1. Exploring temples and shrines in Japan provides insight into the country’s peaceful present culture.

 

  1. Japan’s culinary experiences include tasting regional specialties and using chopsticks.

 

  1. Tokyo is not known for its technological advancements and modern infrastructure.

 

  1. Observing cultural customs, like taking off shoes in homes and bowing, enriches the travel experience in Japan.

 

  1. A traditional tea ceremony in Japan is a fast-paced and casual activity.

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Short Answer Questions

  1. What traditional activity is described as slow and thoughtful in Japan?

 

 

  1. Why do you need to take off your shoes when entering someone’s home in Japan?

 

 

  1. What makes traveling around Japan easy?

 

 

  1. How does Tokyo reflect Japan’s technological advancements?

 

 

  1. What dining activity is suggested for experiencing different regional specialties in Japan?

True / False Answers

  1. Answer: False

Explanation: Temples and shrines provide insight into Japan’s history, not its present culture. The peacefulness refers to the environment, not the modern culture.

Answer location: “These places offer a glimpse into Japan’s history. They are usually calm and peaceful.”

 

  1. Answer: True

Explanation: The text mentions regional special dishes and the importance of using chopsticks.

Answer location: “Each region in Japan has its own special dishes. It’s fun to try different foods in different places. Don’t forget to use chopsticks!”

 

  1. Answer: False

Explanation: Tokyo is famous for its modern infrastructure and technological advancements.

Answer location: “Tokyo, the capital city, is famous for its modern buildings. You can see the latest gadgets and electronics.”

 

  1. Answer: True

Explanation: Respecting cultural customs like taking off shoes and bowing can enhance the travel experience.

Answer location: “Japanese culture values respect and politeness. When you enter someone’s home, you should take off your shoes. Bowing is a common way to greet people. Understanding these customs will make your trip more enjoyable.”

 

  1. Answer: False

Explanation: The tea ceremony is described as slow and thoughtful, not fast-paced and casual.

Answer location: “The ceremony is slow and thoughtful. It gives you a chance to relax and reflect.”

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Short Answer Answers

  1. Answer: Tea ceremony.

Explanation: The text describes the traditional tea ceremony in Japan as slow and thoughtful, providing relaxation and reflection.

Answer location: “Finally, you should definitely experience a traditional tea ceremony. It is an important cultural activity in Japan. The ceremony is slow and thoughtful. It gives you a chance to relax and reflect.”

 

  1. Answer: Respect and politeness.

Explanation: Taking off shoes when entering someone’s home in Japan is a practice rooted in their cultural values of respect and politeness.

Answer location: “Japanese culture values respect and politeness. When you enter someone’s home, you should take off your shoes.”

 

  1. Answer: Clean and efficient trains.

Explanation: The presence of clean and efficient trains simplifies traveling around Japan, as stated in the text.

Answer location: “There are also many clean and efficient trains. They make traveling around the country easy.”

 

  1. Answer: Modern buildings and latest gadgets.

Explanation: Tokyo showcases Japan’s technological prowess through its modern architecture and cutting-edge gadgets.

Answer location: “Tokyo, the capital city, is famous for its modern buildings. You can see the latest gadgets and electronics.”

 

  1. Answer: Trying different foods in different places.

Explanation: The text recommends trying various regional foods to enjoy Japan’s diverse culinary specialties.

Answer location: “Each region in Japan has its own special dishes. It’s fun to try different foods in different places.”

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