Learning English - Comprehension Exercise - Listen To English People To Practise Your Listening

The video features a conversation between Lewis and Larissa discussing their experiences and preferences for living in cities versus small towns or the countryside. They share their backgrounds, reasons for preferring city life, and experiences in large cities like Montreal and Toronto. They also discuss the conveniences of city living, such as transportation and job opportunities, and their future living plans, highlighting the balance between city convenience and small-town feel.

Where did Larissa spend most of her childhood?

• In a large city

• On a farm

• In a small town

• In the countryside

What is one reason Lewis prefers living in a city?

• He prefers the slower pace of life

• He likes the quiet of the countryside

• He enjoys driving long distances

• He appreciates the convenience of public transport

What is a benefit of living in a city according to the conversation?

• More privacy

• Less pollution

• More job opportunities

• Lower cost of living

Which city did Lewis live in during university?

• Toronto

• Montreal

• Vientiane

• Doha

What is Larissa's opinion on living in large international cities?

• She has never thought about living in one

• She feels they are overwhelming and prefers smaller cities

• She believes they are similar to small towns

• She finds them exciting and wants to move there

What does Lewis think about the possibility of moving back to a small town?

• He dislikes small towns

• He is eager to move back

• He has already moved back

• He is open to it but prefers the city

What aspect of city life does Larissa enjoy the most?

• The quiet neighborhoods

• The proximity to cultural amenities

• The fast-paced lifestyle

• The large population