You are going to listen to a conversation between John and Susan. They are talking to one another about their families.
Please test your speaker before this listening exercise. Click the 「Volume Test」button below.
When you are ready to begin, click the 「Listen Now」button below to hear the audio track. It is approximately 2 minutes long and YOU WILL ONLY HAVE 1 CHANCE TO LISTEN TO IT.
Please fill in ONLY ONE WORD in each blank fill below.
John complains about his parents being so conservative. John & his parents had an [1] _________ because John’s parents disapprove of his clothes and [2] _________ . His parents believe these choices break certain rules and [3] _________ of society. John’s parents don’t like John wearing ripped jeans and [4] _________ his hair. John tried persuading his parents, but it [5] _________ work.
John’s friend, Susan, also has to deal with the [6] _________ her parents made about her. It was about Susan not helping them enough with the housework. Susan thinks it wasn’t fair because she tries her best to do as much as she can, but she gets busy with her homework and [7] _________ activities. John recommended that Susan help her parents wash the dishes, do the [8] _________ and tidy up the home, because those tasks wouldn't take up too much time, while her [9] _________ would be happy to see such contributions. Susan agrees with John’s suggestions and she will try to manage her [10] _________ better.
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