TRANSCRIPT
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Introduction to the Episode
Host
Alex:
Hello, everyone! Welcome to "English on the Go." This is the podcast
where we help you improve your English skills by discussing everyday topics.
I’m your host, Alex, and today we’ll be talking about something super useful.
Let’s dive in!
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Introduction to the Topic
Host
Alex:
Today’s topic is all about packing your suitcase. Whether you’re going on a
short trip or a long vacation, knowing how to pack efficiently can make your
life so much easier. Sarah and Ben are getting ready for a trip, and Ben is
sharing his tips on how to pack smartly.
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Pre-listening Questions
Host
Alex:
Before we jump into the conversation, here are a few questions to get you
thinking:
- What do you usually pack first when getting ready
for a trip?
- Do you find packing easy or difficult?
- What’s the most important item you never forget
when packing?
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Conversation
Sarah:
Ben, I’m leaving for my trip tomorrow, and I have no idea how to pack my
suitcase!
Ben:
Don’t worry, Sarah! I’ve been on so many trips that I’ve learned some great
packing tricks.
Sarah:
Really? I always end up packing too much, and then I can’t fit everything in my
bag.
Ben:
That’s a common problem. The first thing you should do is make a list of
everything you need. That way, you don’t forget anything important and you
avoid packing unnecessary things.
Sarah:
That sounds like a good idea. What should I pack first?
Ben:
Start with the essentials—things like your clothes, toiletries, and any
medicines you might need. Roll your clothes instead of folding them. It saves
space and keeps them from getting wrinkled.
Sarah:
Roll my clothes? I’ve never tried that before. What about shoes?
Ben:
Shoes can take up a lot of space. Put them at the bottom of your suitcase, and
try stuffing them with socks or smaller items to save space.
Sarah:
Oh, that’s clever! I always lose small items like jewelry or cables. Any tips
for that?
Ben:
Use a small bag for your electronics, chargers, and jewelry. That way,
everything stays organized, and you can find it quickly.
Sarah:
What about liquids, like shampoo and lotion?
Ben:
Put all liquids in a clear plastic bag, and make sure they’re travel-size. This
way, they won’t spill, and you can easily take them out if needed at the
airport.
Sarah:
Got it! What else should I remember?
Ben:
Try not to overpack. If you’re unsure about something, ask yourself: "Will
I really need this?" If the answer is no, leave it out. And remember to
leave some space for souvenirs or anything you might buy on your trip.
Sarah:
That makes sense. I always pack way too many clothes. Do you think I need
different outfits for every day?
Ben:
Not necessarily. You can mix and match clothes to create different outfits. A
pair of jeans or neutral pants can go with multiple shirts. Pack light, but
make sure everything can work together.
Sarah:
You’ve given me some great tips, Ben. I feel much more confident about packing
now!
Ben:
I’m glad to help! Just remember, packing smart can make your trip more
enjoyable because you won’t have to worry about your luggage.
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Vocabulary Analysis
Host
Alex:
Let’s go over some useful words from today’s conversation.
- Essentials – These are the most important things you need.
For example, clothes, toiletries, and medicines are packing essentials.
- Roll (verb) – To turn something into the shape of a tube or
ball. In the conversation, Ben tells Sarah to roll her clothes to save
space.
- Toiletries (noun) – Personal care items such as soap, toothpaste,
and shampoo. When you pack your suitcase, don’t forget your toiletries!
- Souvenirs (noun) – Things you buy to remind you of a place you
visited. If you’re going on a trip, you might want to leave space in your
suitcase for souvenirs.
- Overpack (verb) – To pack more items than necessary. Sarah tends
to overpack, but Ben suggests packing only what she needs.
Now,
let’s listen to the conversation again. Try to spot the vocabulary words we
discussed earlier as you listen!
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Comprehension Questions
Host Alex:
Alright, let’s test your memory! Here are some questions to see how well you
followed the conversation:What is the first thing Ben suggests Sarah should do
before packing?
- Why does Ben suggest rolling clothes instead of
folding them?
- Where does Ben say to put shoes in the suitcase?
- What does Ben recommend for packing liquids like
shampoo and lotion?
- Why does Ben suggest leaving some space in the suitcase?
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Post-listening Questions
Host Alex:
Now that we’ve gone through the conversation, let’s dive deeper. Think about
these questions and how they apply to you:
What packing tips would you give to a friend going on a trip?
- Do you tend to overpack or pack just enough?
- What’s something you’ve forgotten to pack before?
How did it affect your trip?
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Conclusion
Host
Alex:
That’s all for today’s episode! I hope you found it helpful and are ready to
apply what you’ve learned. Don’t forget to grab the free PDF we’ve prepared for
you—it’s packed with tips and vocabulary to help you practice even more. See
you next time on English on the Go!
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Vocabulary Summary
|
Word |
Type |
Meaning |
Example
Sentence |
|
Essentials |
Noun |
Most
important things you need |
Don’t
forget to pack the essentials like clothes and toiletries. |
|
Roll |
Verb |
To
turn something into a tube shape |
You
should roll your clothes to save space in your suitcase. |
|
Toiletries |
Noun |
Personal
care items |
I
packed my toiletries in a small bag for my trip. |
|
Souvenirs |
Noun |
Items
bought to remind you of a place |
I
always leave room in my suitcase for souvenirs. |
|
Overpack |
Verb |
To
pack too many things |
I
tend to overpack when I’m not sure what to bring. |
EXERCISE
EXERCISE
01: Fill in the Blanks
Instructions:
Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks.
Sarah: Ben, I’m
leaving for my trip tomorrow, and I have no idea how to _______ (1) my
suitcase!
Ben: Don’t worry, Sarah! I’ve been
on so many trips that I’ve learned some great _______ (2) tricks.
Sarah: Really? I always end up
packing too much, and then I can’t fit everything in my _______ (3).
Ben: That’s a common problem. The
first thing you should do is make a _______ (4) of everything you need. That
way, you don’t forget anything important and avoid packing _______ (5) things.
Sarah: That sounds like a good idea.
What should I pack first?
Ben: Start with the _______
(6)—things like your clothes, toiletries, and any medicines you might need.
_______ (7) your clothes instead of folding them. It saves space and keeps them
from getting wrinkled.
Sarah: Roll my clothes? I’ve never
tried that before. What about _______ (8)?
Ben: Shoes can take up a lot of
space. Put them at the _______ (9) of your suitcase, and try stuffing them with
_______ (10) or smaller items to save space.
Sarah: Oh, that’s clever! I always
lose small items like _______ (11) or cables. Any tips for that?
Ben: Use a small _______ (12) for
your electronics, chargers, and jewelry. That way, everything stays organized,
and you can find it quickly.
Sarah: What about _______ (13), like
shampoo and lotion?
Ben: Put all liquids in a clear
plastic bag, and make sure they’re _______ (14). This way, they won’t spill,
and you can easily take them out if needed at the _______ (15).
Sarah: Got it! What else should I
remember?
Ben: Try not to _______ (16). If
you’re unsure about something, ask yourself: "Will I really need
this?" If the answer is no, leave it out. And remember to leave some space
for _______ (17) or anything you might buy on your trip.
Sarah: That makes sense. I always
pack way too many _______ (18). Do you think I need different outfits for every
day?
Ben: Not necessarily. You can mix
and _______ (19) clothes to create different outfits. A pair of jeans or
neutral pants can go with multiple shirts. Pack _______ (20), but make sure
everything can work together.
Sarah: You’ve given me some great
tips, Ben. I feel much more _______ (21) about packing now!
Ben: I’m glad to help! Just
remember, packing _______ (22) can make your trip more enjoyable because you
won’t have to worry about your luggage.
Answer Key
1. pack
2. packing
3. bag
4. list
5. unnecessary
6. essentials
7. Roll
8. shoes
9. bottom
10. socks
11. jewelry
12. bag
13. liquids
14. travel-size
15. airport
16. overpack
17. souvenirs
18. clothes
19. match
20. light
21. confident
22. smart
EXERCISE
02: Multiple Choice
Instructions:
Choose the correct answer for each question.
- What is the first thing Ben recommends Sarah
should do to avoid packing too much?
a) Ask for help
b) Make a list of what she needs
c) Roll her clothes
d) Pack small items first - How does Ben suggest Sarah should pack her
clothes?
a) Fold them
b) Lay them flat
c) Roll them
d) Put them in plastic bags - What does Ben suggest Sarah should stuff inside
her shoes to save space?
a) Plastic bags
b) Socks or smaller items
c) Extra clothes
d) Toiletries - What tip does Ben give for packing small items
like jewelry or cables?
a) Put them inside shoes
b) Use a small bag to keep them organized
c) Place them in a side pocket
d) Roll them inside clothes - What does Ben say about liquids like shampoo or
lotion?
a) They should be packed at the bottom of the suitcase
b) They should be travel-size and in a clear plastic bag
c) They should be kept with electronics
d) They should be placed in a jewelry bag
Answer Key
1. b) Make a list of what she needs
2. c) Roll them
3. b) Socks or smaller items
4. b) Use a small bag to keep them organized
5. b) They should be travel-size and in a clear plastic bag
EXERCISE
03: True or False
Instructions:
Decide if the following statements are True or False.
- Ben has no experience with packing for trips.
- Sarah often overpacks her suitcase.
- Ben suggests folding clothes to save space in the
suitcase.
- Ben advises Sarah to pack liquids in a clear
plastic bag.
- Ben tells Sarah to pack different outfits for
every day of the trip.
Answer Key
1. False
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False
EXERCISE
04: Matching
Instructions: Match
the items in Column A with the descriptions in Column B.
|
Column
A |
Column
B |
|
1.
Roll clothes |
a) To
avoid packing too many items |
|
2.
Shoes |
b)
Pack these at the bottom of your suitcase |
|
3.
Clear plastic bag |
c) To
organize electronics, jewelry, and chargers |
|
4.
Small bag |
d) To
store toiletries and avoid spills |
|
5.
Leave some space |
e)
Helps save space and prevent wrinkles in clothes |
Answer Key
1-E
2-B
3-D
4-C
5-A
EXERCISE
05: Sentence Reordering
Instructions: Put
the following sentences in the correct order to recreate the dialogue.
- Shoes can take up a lot of space. Put them at the
bottom of your suitcase.
- Put all liquids in a clear plastic bag, and make
sure they’re travel-size.
- Start with the essentials—things like your
clothes, toiletries, and any medicines you might need.
- That’s a common problem. The first thing you
should do is make a list of everything you need.
- Not necessarily. You can mix and match clothes to
create different outfits.
Answer Key
1. That’s a common problem. The first thing you should do is make a list of everything you need.
2. Start with the essentials—things like your clothes, toiletries, and any medicines you might need.
3. Shoes can take up a lot of space. Put them at the bottom of your suitcase.
4. Put all liquids in a clear plastic bag, and make sure they’re travel-size.
5. Not necessarily. You can mix and match clothes to create different outfits.
