Tactics for Developing Listening, unit 8: Mishape

1. Multiple Choice:

2. 1. You need this person to fix your leaking pipe:

• a) Locksmith

• b) Plumber

• c) Dry cleaner

• d) Tow truck

Multiple Choice:
If you accidentally pour your drink on the table, you might:

• a) Break

• b) Spill

• c) Reschedule

• d) Apologize

What type of professional would you call to fix a broken lock?

• a) Locksmith

• b) Plumber

• c) Electrician

• d) Mechanic

If your car breaks down, who would you call for assistance?

• a) Locksmith

• b) Plumber

• c) Tow truck

• d) Gardener

Last weekend, I was supposed to meet my friend, but I ended up being late because I ___________ my coffee all over my shirt.

A small pool of liquid on the ground, especially from rain.

• Locksmith

• Puddle

• Padler

• Dry cleaner

After that, I tried to drive to the restaurant, but my car wouldn’t start, so I had to call a ___________ to tow it.

By the time I arrived at the restaurant, I realized I had ___________ my way and was at the wrong place.

Last weekend, I was supposed to meet my friend, but I ended up being late because I (1) ___________ my coffee all over my shirt. I had to quickly visit a (2) ___________ to clean it up. After that, I tried to drive to the restaurant, but my car wouldn’t start, so I had to call a (3) ___________ to tow it. By the time I arrived at the restaurant, I realized I had (4) ___________ my way and was at the wrong place.