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While listening try to answer these 2 questions;

1. What are two activities Ethan did with his friends in the small city?
2. Why did Ethan like the new city?

Vocabulary;

Community (noun) - a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common

Mixed Emotion - conflicting feelings or emotions. I am happy and sad.

Vibrant City - energetic, bright, and full of life

Reminisce (verb) - indulge in enjoyable memories

Cherished (verb) - hold (something) dear

Bittersweet (adjective) - arousing pleasure tinged with sadness or pain

Bustling (adjective) - (of a place) full of activity

Diversity (noun) - the state of being diverse; variety.

--Story Below—

Once upon a time, there was a man named Ethan who lived in a small city. He had made many wonderful friends in his community, and they shared countless joyful moments together. However, Ethan's heart was filled with mixed emotions when he received a job opportunity in the vibrant city of New York.

Ethan was sad to leave his dear friends behind. They had become like family to him, and he cherished the laughter and support they shared. But deep down, he knew that moving to New York would open up new doors and bring exciting adventures into his life.

As Ethan prepared for his move, he couldn't help but reminisce about the memories he had created with his friends. They hiked nearby mountains, enjoyed many delicious restaurants, and sang karaoke together. Each memory brought a bittersweet feeling to his heart.

On the day of his departure, Ethan's friends gathered to bid him farewell. Tears filled their eyes as they expressed their sadness at his leaving. They gave him handmade gifts and heartfelt letters to remember them by. Ethan felt their love and knew he would cherish their friendship forever.

Arriving in New York, Ethan was greeted by the bustling city streets and towering skyscrapers. It was a completely different world from his small city. The sounds, sights, and energy of the city filled him with a sense of wonder and anticipation.

As he settled into his new apartment, Ethan made an effort to explore his new surroundings. He discovered vibrant neighborhoods, famous landmarks, and an incredible diversity of people. Slowly but surely, he began to make new friends who shared his love for adventure and discovery.

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While listening try to answer these 2 questions;

1. Name the 2 characters in this story.
2. What was she training to do?

Vocabulary;
Determined (adjective) - having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it.

Athlete (noun) - a person who is proficient in sports.

Potential (adj) - having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future.

Undeterred (adjective) - persevering with something despite setbacks.

Gradually (adverb) - slowly, little by little.

Exhaustion (noun) - a state of extreme physical or mental tiredness.

Perseverance (noun) - persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

--Story Below—

Once upon a time, in a small town, there lived a determined girl named Sofia. Sofia had always dreamed of becoming a great athlete, and her favorite sport was running. One day, she heard about a big marathon race coming to her town, and she knew that this was her chance to shine.

Excitedly, Sofia went to the local running club to sign up for the marathon. She met her coach, Mr. Thompson, who was known for his expertise in training athletes. He believed in Sofia's potential and agreed to help her prepare for the race.

However, there was a problem. Sofia had been having trouble with her knees. They would ache and sometimes even hurt when she ran for too long. She was worried that her knee problems would stop her from reaching her dream.

Undeterred, Sofia and Mr. Thompson decided to come up with a plan. They started with small steps, gradually increasing Sofia's training sessions. They focused on strengthening her leg muscles and taught her the importance of warming up and stretching before running.

As weeks went by, Sofia's knee problems started to improve. She was careful not to overexert herself and always listened to her body. Slowly but surely, she began to run longer distances without feeling any pain.

The day of the marathon finally arrived. Sofia stood at the starting line with her heart pounding. She looked around and saw her family and friends cheering her on. With a deep breath, she began to run.

Throughout the race, Sofia pushed herself to keep going. She faced moments of exhaustion and doubt, but she remembered the hard work she had put into training. With every step, she felt closer to her dream.

Finally, Sofia crossed the finish line, surrounded by applause and cheers. S

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1. Name the 3 characters in this story.
2. Why didn’t Aria want to quit her job?

Bustling (adj) - full of activity.

Yearned (verb) - have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.

Embark (verb) - begin (a course of action).

Wanderlust (noun) - a strong desire to travel.

Weighed heavily on mind - to be causing someone to worry

Dilemma (noun) - a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, especially ones that are equally undesirable

Resilience (noun) - the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness

Embracing the Unknown - to live the life as it was meant to be lived

--Story Below—

Once upon a time, in a bustling city, there lived a young girl named Aria. Aria had a job that paid well, but deep inside, she longed for adventure and yearned to see the world. Every day, she would sit at her desk, daydreaming about exploring far-off places and experiencing new cultures.

One day, Aria woke up with a brave idea in her heart. She wanted to quit her job and embark on a journey to fulfill her wanderlust. But fear held her back. The uncertainty of leaving her stable job weighed heavily on her mind.

Aria's best friend, Lily, noticed her restlessness. Sensing Aria's dilemma, Lily shared a story of her own. She told Aria about a time when she too was afraid of leaving her comfort zone, but she took a leap of faith and pursued her passion. Lily's story inspired Aria to overcome her fear.

With newfound courage, Aria made up her mind. She decided to follow her dreams and see the world. She handed in her resignation and began planning her grand adventure. Aria was both excited and scared, but she knew deep down that this was the right path for her.

As Aria traveled from one country to another, she discovered breathtaking landscapes, tasted exotic foods, and made friends from different corners of the globe. Each new experience brought her joy and taught her valuable lessons about resilience and embracing the unknown.

During her travels, Aria encountered a wise old traveler named Mr. Jenkins. He shared his own wisdom about life and taking risks. He told Aria that sometimes, the scariest decisions lead to the most rewarding experiences.

Aria's journey around the world opened her eyes to the beauty of diversity, the kindness of strangers, and her own strength

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