Instructions

1. Vocabulary

Read the vocabulary list to familiarize yourself with key terms.

2. Watch

Watch the video once without worrying about filling in the gaps.

3. Fill in

Fill in the gaps while watching the video again.

4. Review

Read the full text and watch again to consolidate.

Gap Fill Exercise (Script)

So, what's new, Mark? How is your new job going? To be honest, I can't complain. I really love the company that I am working for. My co-workers are all really and helpful. They really help me feel . It's a really energetic and fun atmosphere. My boss is and he's really flexible. Really? How so? He allows me to come in when I want and make my own . I can also leave early if I start early. There is no real dress code either. I can wear and a t-shirt if I want. I can even wear shorts in the summer. Wow, it sounds really cool! I can't stand wearing a every day. Which do you prefer, working late or finishing early? I prefer finishing early. I really enjoy the morning. I love getting up early and going for a . There's nothing like watching the sunrise while drinking my morning . Really? I am the opposite. I love sleeping in. I am most alert in the evenings. I'm a real night . Well, you know what they say, the early bird catches the . You know, you could be right. Maybe I will try to go to bed a little earlier tonight.

Vocabulary

friendly

Kind and pleasant to others.

“She is very friendly to everyone she meets.”

welcome

A feeling of being accepted and valued.

“The team made me feel welcome on my first day.”

hilarious

Very funny; causing laughter.

“His jokes are always hilarious.”

hours

The period of time during which a person works.

“I can choose my own working hours.”

jeans

Trousers made from denim fabric.

“He wore his favorite jeans to the party.”

suit

A set of clothes made from the same material, typically consisting of trousers and a jacket.

“He wore a suit to the job interview.”

run

To move quickly on foot.

“I like to run in the park every morning.”

coffee

A popular drink made from roasted coffee beans.

“I drink a cup of coffee every morning.”

owl

A bird known for being active at night.

“She is a night owl who prefers to stay up late.”

worm

A small, soft-bodied creature that lives in the ground.

“The bird caught a worm for dinner.”

True / False Questions

1. Mark feels welcome at his new job.

Show explanation

Explanation:He states that his co-workers help him feel welcome.

2. Mark's boss has a strict dress code.

Show explanation

Explanation:Mark mentions there is no real dress code at his workplace.

3. Mark prefers working late over finishing early.

Show explanation

Explanation:Mark states that he prefers finishing early.

4. Mark enjoys getting up early to run.

Show explanation

Explanation:He expresses that he loves getting up early and going for a run.

5. Mark is a morning person.

Show explanation

Explanation:He mentions that he is a night owl and loves sleeping in.

Open Questions

1. What do you like most about your job?

Show sample answer

Sample Answer:I enjoy the friendly environment and flexible hours.

2. How do you feel about morning routines?

Show sample answer

Sample Answer:I find them refreshing and energizing.

3. What is your idea of a perfect work environment?

Show sample answer

Sample Answer:A perfect work environment would be fun, supportive, and flexible.

Full Transcript

Transcript adapted by ListenLoop for language learners. Read alongside the video to consolidate comprehension.

So, what's new, Mark? How is your new job going? To be honest, I can't complain. I really love the company that I am working for. My co-workers are all really friendly and helpful. They really help me feel welcome. It's a really energetic and fun atmosphere. My boss is hilarious and he's really flexible.

Really? How so? He allows me to come in when I want and make my own hours. I can also leave early if I start early. There is no real dress code either. I can wear jeans and a t-shirt if I want. I can even wear shorts in the summer.

Wow, it sounds really cool! I can't stand wearing a suit every day. Which do you prefer, working late or finishing early? I prefer finishing early. I really enjoy the morning. I love getting up early and going for a run. There's nothing like watching the sunrise while drinking my morning coffee.

Really? I am the opposite. I love sleeping in. I am most alert in the evenings. I'm a real night owl. Well, you know what they say, the early bird catches the worm. You know, you could be right. Maybe I will try to go to bed a little earlier tonight.

Next Lessons

EnglishLevel B1YouTube · 06:06

Can sounds make food taste better?