LISTEN with understanding
→ Hear the passage. Repeat for rhythm, stress, and pronunciation.
RESPOND verbally with your thoughts
→ Retell in your own words. Use full sentences and include the new phrase.
TOUR GUIDE GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
Listen & Respond
What Did They Say?
Where will the group meet at the end of the tour?
Idiom
Set off – To begin a journey.
Example: They set off early to avoid traffic.
Phrasal Verb
Slow down – To move or act more slowly.
Example: He slowed down to let the others catch up.
Challenging Vocabulary
Overwhelming – Too strong or intense.
Example: The overwhelming noise made it hard to think.
PIE Practice
Pronunciation: Practice “overwhelming” (oh-ver-WHEL-ming).
Intonation:
“We’ll set off in a few minutes.” (Stress few)
“We’ll set off in a few minutes.” (Stress set)
Your Turn
Say: “We set off early for our trip.”
Have you ever felt overwhelmed in a busy place?
Transcript of Recording
Audio Passage
“Good afternoon, everyone! Welcome to the city walking tour. Before we set off, I’d like to share a few guidelines. Please stay with the group, follow the marked paths, and listen for announcements. If anyone feels tired, let me know, and we can slow down the pace. We’ll stop at several landmarks, and you’ll have time to take pictures. At the end, we’ll gather at the fountain, where the tour officially concludes. Exploring a city together can feel lively and sometimes even a little overwhelming, but I promise we’ll keep things organized and fun. Thank you for joining us—I’m excited to show you around!”