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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:

True of false asl is its own language, which means that it never changes

Out in the pacific ocean is an island of unmatched beauty called cocos. (2) it is also called "island of the sharks". (3) it's abundance of life are famous throughout the world. (4) jewel-like fish circle the island's underwater reef, while hundreds of sharks have hunted them in packs. (5) divers can also see huge manta rays octopuses green turtles and giant eels.  (b)(6) today, the island is uninhabited. (7) it was once frequented by pirates. (8) some people believe that there is still treasure buried on the island. (9) hundreds of expeditions have been formed to search for buried gold, but none has been found. (10) the real treasure of cocos island is its balanced, healthy ecosystem.  (c)(11) cocos island is actually the peek of an extinct volcano. (12) when deep ocean currents reach the volcano, they have been forced upward. (13) these currents bring cold water that is rich in plant life and food to the surface. (14) minute plants and animals, collectively known as plankton, grows when they are exposed to sunlight and food. (15) the plankton attract small fish. (16) the small fish attract larger fish. (17) finally, the largest fish in the chain attract the sharks that give cocos its nickname.  2) sentence 3:   its abundance of life  are  famous throughout the world.  which is the best way to write the underlined portion of this sentence? if the original is the best way, choose option (a).  a. areb. isc. has beend. have beene. being

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