11. Deciding on a movie to watch with friends
Instructions on How to Answer Objective Questions
In this listening activity, you will hear a conversation between two friends discussing which movie to watch together. After listening to the audio, you will answer 10 multiple-choice questions. Each question will have four answer options. Pay close attention to the details about the movie options, their preferences, and the reasons behind their choices.
You will hear the audio only once, so focus on key details. After listening, select the best answer for each question.
Audio Script
[Person A: Emily] Hey, Jake! I was thinking we could watch a movie tonight. Do you have any ideas?
[Person B: Jake] Hi, Emily! That sounds great! I heard there are some new releases. What genre are you in the mood for?
[Emily] I’m not sure. I love comedies, but I could also go for a good thriller. How about you?
[Jake] I’m leaning towards an action movie. I just watched the trailer for “Fast & Furious 10,” and it looks awesome!
[Emily] I do like action movies! But I’m a bit tired of the same old franchise. What about something different?
[Jake] Fair point. There’s a new comedy out called “The Misadventures of a Foodie.” I heard it’s really funny!
[Emily] I haven’t heard of that one. What’s it about?
[Jake] It’s about a food blogger who travels the world trying out different cuisines but gets into all sorts of hilarious situations.
[Emily] That sounds interesting! I like movies that make me laugh. Do you know who stars in it?
[Jake] Yes! The main actor is a popular comedian, Tom Wilson. He’s really good at improvisation.
[Emily] I love Tom Wilson! He’s hilarious! So, should we go with that?
[Jake] I think we should! Plus, it’s supposed to be a good mix of comedy and a bit of adventure.
[Emily] Sounds perfect! What time do you want to start the movie?
[Jake] How about 7 PM? We can order some pizza and make it a fun movie night.
[Emily] Great idea! I’ll bring some snacks, too. Looking forward to it!
[Jake] Me too! It’s going to be a blast.
Objective Questions
- What type of movie does Jake initially want to watch?
a) Comedy
b) Drama
c) Action
d) Thriller - What movie does Jake suggest?
a) “Fast & Furious 10”
b) “The Misadventures of a Foodie”
c) “Inception”
d) “The Godfather” - Why does Emily hesitate about watching the “Fast & Furious” movie?
a) She doesn’t like action movies.
b) She is tired of the same old franchise.
c) She already saw it.
d) She prefers thrillers. - What is the main plot of “The Misadventures of a Foodie”?
a) A chef competing in a cooking contest.
b) A food blogger traveling and facing funny situations.
c) A family trying to open a restaurant.
d) A couple on a romantic getaway. - Who is the main actor in “The Misadventures of a Foodie”?
a) Jake Johnson
b) Tom Wilson
c) Kevin Hart
d) Adam Sandler - How does Emily feel about Tom Wilson?
a) She doesn’t know him.
b) She dislikes his style.
c) She loves him and finds him hilarious.
d) She thinks he’s overrated. - What time do Emily and Jake decide to start the movie?
a) 6 PM
b) 7 PM
c) 8 PM
d) 9 PM - What food do they plan to order for movie night?
a) Chinese
b) Tacos
c) Pizza
d) Burgers - What additional item does Emily plan to bring?
a) Drinks
b) Dessert
c) Snacks
d) Chips - How does Jake feel about the movie night?
a) He is indifferent.
b) He is excited.
c) He is bored.
d) He is disappointed.
Answer Key
- c) Action
- a) “Fast & Furious 10”
- b) She is tired of the same old franchise.
- b) A food blogger traveling and facing funny situations.
- b) Tom Wilson
- c) She loves him and finds him hilarious.
- b) 7 PM
- c) Pizza
- c) Snacks
- b) He is excited.
Difficult Words and Meanings
- Genre
- Meaning: A category of artistic composition characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.
- Sentence: Emily asked Jake what genre of movie they should watch.
- Franchise
- Meaning: A series of related products or works, such as films or games.
- Sentence: Emily was tired of the same old franchise and wanted something new.
- Hilarious
- Meaning: Extremely funny; causing laughter.
- Sentence: Tom Wilson is known for his hilarious performances in comedies.
- Improvisation
- Meaning: The act of creating or performing something spontaneously or without preparation.
- Sentence: Tom Wilson is really good at improvisation, which makes his performances unique.
- Cuisine
- Meaning: A style of cooking characteristic of a particular country or region.
- Sentence: The food blogger in the movie travels the world trying different cuisines.