Confusing Vocabulary - Listen and Hear

The video tutorial explains the differences between the words 'listen' and 'hear' in English. 'Listen' is an active, intentional action, while 'hear' is passive and unintentional. The tutorial provides examples of how to use both words in different contexts, including using 'listen' with prepositions and in continuous tenses, and 'hear' with objects and in expressions of ability. The video also highlights common mistakes and clarifies when each word is appropriate.

What is the primary difference between 'listen' and 'hear'?

• Listen is passive, hear is active.

• Listen is active, hear is passive.

• Both are passive activities.

• Both are active activities.

Which of the following is a correct use of 'listen'?

• I am hear you.

• Listen to the music.

• Hear to the music.

• I am hearing to you.

In which context is 'listen' used as a command?

• I am listening to you.

• Listen up, everyone!

• I listened to a podcast.

• Listen to the radio.

Which sentence correctly uses 'hear' to express ability?

• I am hearing you.

• I can hear you.

• Hear me!

• I hear to you.

How is 'hear' used when talking about receiving news?

• I hear the music.

• Hear the news!

• I heard from my friend.

• I am hearing the news.

Which preposition is commonly used with 'hear' to indicate communication?

• by

• from

• to

• with

What is an incorrect way to use 'hear'?

• I am hearing you.

• I can hear you.

• I heard a noise.

• I heard from my friend.