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Listen English | Learn English by Listening [Short Stories]

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98 - 097 | Advanced - Short Story: The Letters Left Behind [English Listening Practice]
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  • 98 - 097 | Advanced - Short Story: The Letters Left Behind [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Letters Left Behind

    Level: Advanced (C1)


    #Story :

    When Emily inherits her grandmother’s Victorian house, she discovers a locked wooden box in the attic. Inside are letters written by her grandmother, Rose, to a man named Thomas, revealing a profound love that spanned continents and decades. Emily learns of a promise her grandmother made to meet Thomas again in Italy. Compelled by the story, Emily travels to Italy, where she finds the exact place described in the letters. There, she encounters an elderly man who turns out to be Thomas, still waiting for Rose. Through Emily’s revelation, Thomas finds peace, and they share a quiet moment honoring the love that endured through time. Emily returns home with a renewed sense of her grandmother’s legacy, cherishing the letters and the memory of the love they represented.


    #Vocabulary :

    Victorian – related to the period of Queen Victoria's reign, often associated with a specific architectural style.Inherited – to receive something from someone, usually after their passing.Continent – one of the main landmasses of the Earth.Secluded – a place that is private and away from other people.Cherished – held dear or valued greatly.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Past Perfect for Backstory Used to describe events that happened before the main timeline. Example: “Rose had met Thomas while traveling in Europe.”Relative Clauses for Additional Information Provides extra details about nouns. Example: “Emily, who inherited her grandmother’s house, discovered the letters.”Reported Speech for Reflective Tone Used to convey indirect thoughts or dialogues. Example: “Thomas said that he had come to the garden every year, hoping she would return.”


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    Thu, 14 Nov 2024 - 5min
  • 97 - 096 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Abandoned Lighthouse Mystery [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Abandoned Lighthouse Mystery

    Level: Intermediate (B2)


    #Story :

    Isla Thornton, a writer with a passion for uncovering mysteries, arrives in the coastal town of Grey Harbor to investigate the haunting legends surrounding an abandoned lighthouse. Locals warn her about the strange occurrences there, telling tales of the last lighthouse keeper, Mr. Elwood, who vanished mysteriously one stormy night. Intrigued, Isla visits the lighthouse, experiencing eerie sounds, whispers, and fleeting shadows that seem to hold a story. She uncovers fragments of Mr. Elwood’s life, learning of his loneliness, betrayal, and the ghostly presence that lingers. As she pieces together the tragedy of the last keeper, Isla realizes she must share his story to give his spirit peace, finally releasing him from the lighthouse.


    #Vocabulary :

    Eerie – strange and frightening, especially due to a supernatural quality.Lantern – a lamp that is typically portable and used for lighting.Betrayal – an act of disloyalty or breaking trust.Specter – a ghost or ghostly presence.Linger – to stay in a place longer than expected.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Relative Clauses Used to provide extra information about a noun. Example: “The lighthouse, which stood on the cliffs, was filled with mystery.”Past Continuous Tense Describes an ongoing action that was happening at a specific time in the past. Example: “She was climbing the stairs when she heard the tapping.”Passive Voice Used to focus on the action rather than the subject. Example: “The story of Elwood was forgotten until Isla arrived.”


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    Wed, 13 Nov 2024 - 7min
  • 96 - 095 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Hidden Garden with Secret Messages [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Hidden Garden with Secret Messages

    Level: Intermediate (B2)


    #Story :

    Emma Parker, a researcher fascinated by folklore, stumbles upon an old map leading to a hidden garden in the heart of her city, known as “Eden’s Hollow.” The garden is no ordinary place—its leaves hold secret messages written in shimmering letters. As Emma explores further, she uncovers clues guiding her to the heart of the garden, where a hidden key unlocks an ancient passage. Inside, she finds a chamber filled with journals and confessions from those who visited before her. Emma realizes that the garden has kept the secrets, hopes, and regrets of many, and anyone who enters becomes part of its memory. As she leaves, Emma understands she is now bound to keep the garden’s mysteries hidden forever.


    #Vocabulary :

    Sanctuary – a safe or holy place; a place of refuge or protection.Ivy – a type of climbing plant often seen covering walls or gates.Keyhole – a small hole in a lock where a key is inserted.Murals – large paintings or artworks on walls, often depicting historical or cultural scenes.Confession – an admission or revelation of a personal secret.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Relative Pronouns Used to provide more information about a noun, such as who, which, and that. Example: “The garden, which lay hidden behind an iron gate, held many secrets.”Third Conditional Describes hypothetical situations that didn’t happen in the past. Example: “If Emma had not found the map, she would never have discovered the garden.”Adjectives of Emotion Used to express feelings or emotions, such as intrigued, fascinated, and fearful. Example: “Emma felt fascinated by the messages on the leaves.”


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    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Wed, 13 Nov 2024 - 6min
  • 95 - 094 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Time Capsule from the Future [English Listening Practice]

    Title: A Time Capsule from the Future

    Level: Intermediate (B2)


    #Story :

    Ethan Brooks, a high school history teacher, uncovers a mysterious time capsule that appears far too advanced for its supposed age. Inside, he finds futuristic gadgets, a photograph of his town years into the future, and a letter addressed to him. The letter warns of dire events to come and provides instructions to prevent environmental and societal catastrophes. Ethan follows the guidance, rallying his community to make sustainable changes. Despite strange warnings and a mysterious visitor urging him to stop, he persists, hiding the capsule in case it’s needed again. As changes take root in the town, a final letter appears, thanking him and reminding him that the future is shaped by those willing to make a difference.


    #Vocabulary :

    Capsule – a container, usually sealed, used to store something valuable.Memorabilia – objects kept or collected because of their historical interest.Blueprints – detailed plans or designs, often for construction or improvement.Upheaval – a major change, often causing disruption.Sustainable – involving methods that do not completely use up or destroy resources.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Second Conditional Used for hypothetical situations in the present or future. Example: “If Ethan found the capsule again, he would know what to do.”Reported Speech Used to report what someone else has said. Example: “The stranger told Ethan to stop what he was doing.”Modal Verbs of Advice and Obligation Words like should, must, and have to indicate advice or duty. Example: “Ethan must keep the capsule safe.”


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    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Tue, 12 Nov 2024 - 6min
  • 94 - 093 | Advanced - Short Story: Echoes of the Forgotten Forest [English Listening Practice]

    Title: Echoes of the Forgotten Forest

    Level: Advanced (C1)


    #Story :

    Amelia, a young researcher fascinated by ancient folklore, arrives in the village of Eastwood to investigate the local legend of the Forgotten Forest. The villagers warn her of the eerie place, where echoes of voices and strange occurrences drive fear into the hearts of anyone who dares enter. Undeterred, Amelia ventures into the forest, discovering an ancient well and a giant oak with carvings of names, including her own. As whispers follow her and visions flash before her eyes, she realizes the forest holds a mysterious, powerful force that connects her to its secrets. Torn between fear and curiosity, Amelia finds herself unable to resist the forest's dark pull, even as it draws her further into its haunting embrace.


    #Vocabulary :

    Impenetrable – impossible to pass through or understand.Gnarled – rough and twisted, often with age.Etched – carved or inscribed into a surface.Summons – an urgent call or invitation, especially one that can’t be ignored.Embrace – an accepting, enclosing hold, literal or figurative.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Past Continuous Tense Used to show an action that was happening at a specific time in the past. Example: “She was tracing the names on the tree when she felt a strange presence.”Present Perfect Continuous Tense Used to emphasize the duration of an action that started in the past and continues to the present. Example: “Amelia has been researching folklore for years, leading her to Eastwood.”Phrasal Verbs Adds depth and fluency to casual and narrative language. Example: “She stumbled upon the old well, feeling its eerie presence.”


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    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Tue, 12 Nov 2024 - 7min
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