Movies: Theaters and DVD Rentals

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Movies Basic Level

I. Pre-Listening Exercises
II. Listening Exercises
IIII. Post-Listening Exercises

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]
Many people go to the movies to relax and enjoy their favorite pictures. What kinds of movies do you like to see and why? Do you buy any snacks at the concession stand at the movie theater? Why or why not?

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

Do you want to catch a movie?
>> Sure. That sounds fun.
When does the movie start?
>> It begins at 7:20.
How about some popcorn for the movie?
>> That sounds nice.

II. Listening Exercises [Top]

Listen by pressing the "Play Audio" button. Then, choose the best answer to each question. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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1. Have you _________ this movie ____________?
A. No. I've only seen some of the trailers.
B. Yes. I like it a lot.
C. I really enjoy action movies.

2. _________ do you want to __________________?
A. I want to buy the movie.
B. It's a love story.
C. How about 7:00 O'Clock?

3. _______________ movie ___________?
A. I like to play in movies.
B. Downtown at the mall.
C. The movie is for children.

4. Have you _________________ about the movie?
A. The book about the movie is good.
B. Yes. They want to see the movie.
C. Not yet, but I heard the movie is good.

5. Do you want any _________________?
A. Yes. A drink would be great right now.
B. Don't bother. The line at the concessions is too long.
C. No, I'm not thirsty right now, but maybe later.

6. Don't forget _______________________________.
A. Oh, thanks for reminding me.
B. Thanks. I better check my car lights.
C. Yes. I didn't forget to bring my glasses.

7. ________________________________________.
A. Yes. It was a great show.
B. No. I don't like horror movies.
C. It was okay, but it wasn't fantastic.

8. ________________________________________.
A. Okay. I see you tonight.
B. You can buy tickets over there.
C. I think it's around $7.00.

9. ________________________________________.
A. Yes, please clean off the seat.
B. Well, actually, I'd rather sit more in the middle.
C. No, I want to go see the movie tonight.

10. ________________________________________.
A. It runs about two hours.
B. It ends at 3:00 p.m.
C. It starts at noon.

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III. Post-Listening Exercises [Top]

Think of a time when you went to see a movie at a theater. What movie did you watch? Why did you like or dislike the movie? Did you buy any snacks at the theater to eat during the movie?

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