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General Listening Quiz

“Car Accidents”

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Level: Topic: Speakers: Length:
medium car accidents man – woman – teenage daughter 02:18

Pre-Listening Exercise

What are some of the major factors that lead to car accidents and what can be done to deal with these causes? What possible injuries can occur in such accidents? Who would you contact if you had to file accident claims or other request for medical assistance?

Speak Up, Take a Stand! Instructions for Getting the Conversation Started

These statements are designed to get everyone thinking, moving, and talking! The goal is to explore ideas, share opinions, and get ready for the next part of the lesson.

  • In a face-to-face classroom: Read each statement aloud. If you agree, move to one side of the room; if you disagree, move to the other. Talk with your group—why do you feel that way? Then, pair students with members of the other group and have students explain their reasons. Rotate partners for more practice.

  • In an online classroom: Use polls, emojis, or the chat box in your online platform to show your opinion. Then, join the conversation as a group or in breakout rooms. What do others think? Do you agree or disagree with them?

  • For independent learners: Read each statement and think about your opinion. Then say your answer out loud and explain your reason, as if you’re talking to a classmate. This helps you get ready to speak and join real conversations in English. Consider recording your ideas and self-assess your progress.

  1. Most car accidents can be prevented with better attention and care.
  2. Speed limits should be lower in all cities to improve safety.
  3. Using a phone while driving should result in a very high fine.
  4. Some people drive too slowly and still cause accidents.
  5. Driving at night is more dangerous than during the day.
  6. Self-driving cars will make roads safer in the future.
  7. New drivers should have more training before getting a license.
  8. Seat belts should always be required, even in the back seat.
  9. Pedestrians often cause accidents by not following traffic rules.
  10. Traffic cameras help reduce dangerous driving.

Idioms

“crash course” = a course in which you learn the material in a very short time period
“She took a driving crash course before she went on vacation.”

“black ice” = a coating of ice on the road that is nearly invisible to drivers
“Be careful as you drive home tonight because there are sure to be patches of black ice on the highways.”

Listening Exercise

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Vocabulary Practice

Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:

Post-Listening Exercise

What are some factors or situations that lead to car accidents (for example, texting and driving)? Are their laws in your country that prohibit certain driving behaviors? What are the penalties for violating these laws?

Online Investigation

Car accidents are often a part of life, and getting the right car insurance should be part of owning a vehicle. Choose a type of car in which you are interested. Then, select two in car insurance companies and compare insurance rates for each. Which company seems to provide the best coverage and the best price? Do the companies provide cheaper rates for good students? Do the rates go up for younger drivers?

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