Question

Which of the following is an example of authentic listening material?

• A. A dialogue specifically written for an ESL textbook
• B. Cricket commentary
• C. An audio recording of a language teacher giving a grammar explanation
• D. A simplified news report adapted for beginner English learners

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Cricket commentary

• Cricket commentary is a real-life event not designed for language learning.

• It provides exposure to spontaneous, natural speech patterns.

• The listener experiences realistic pronunciation and intonation.