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Cambridge IGCSE English – First Language

3.2Conversation

Conversation in Cambridge IGCSE English – First Language: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 3.2.1Listen and respond appropriately in conversation, developing ideas and responding to questions and prompts (SL5).

Lessons

  • Conversations, telephone calls and interviews

    30 min

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  • Listening skills: gist, detail and note-taking

    30 min

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Sample question

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Conversation: sample question

1 mark

Read the transcript (a written record of what was said) as if you were hearing it once, then answer.

Transcript: an announcement at a bus terminus in Bulawayo

"Attention, please. Passengers travelling to Victoria Falls on the ten o'clock coach: we apologise, but this service will now depart at eleven fifteen because of a mechanical fault. Please wait in Bay 6, not Bay 4 as shown on your ticket. Refreshment vouchers are available from the ticket office. Thank you for your patience."

What is the main purpose of the announcement?

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