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Talking about language (1 episodes 8 videos)

Two sisters talk about the different ways we learn a new language, from both a teaching and a learning point of view. Sometimes you study a language, but sometimes you just absorb it little by little.

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Travelling with Isaac - Quebec

Difficulty: Intermediate

USA

Isaac travels by van through North America with his wife and his dog. Today he stops off in Quebec, Canada to tell us a little about the culture, cuisine, and most famous landmarks of this old city.

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Caption 8 [en]: Today we'll be talking about Quebec City.
Caption 8 [en]: Today we'll be talking about Quebec City.

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Traveling with Sigrid - Exploring Long Island, NY and Princeton, NJ - Part 19

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Finally home! Sigrid talks about her trip home and how it feels to be back after a month away.

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Caption 32 [en]: we're talking about the effect of the time difference,
Caption 32 [en]: we're talking about the effect of the time difference,

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Traveling with Sigrid - Exploring Long Island, NY and Princeton, NJ - Part 14

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

What makes canals so special? In part 2, we explore locks. Locks are like elevators for barges and boats!

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Caption 64 [en]: but we're talking about canals built for barges.
Caption 64 [en]: but we're talking about canals built for barges.

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Traveling with Sigrid - Exploring Long Island, NY and Princeton, NJ - Part 3

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Sigrid seeks to answer the question "What's a borough?" In doing so, she talks about how New York City got its start, and also about the surrounding counties that played an important role in its development. In this video, you'll see 18th- and 19th-century maps of the area.

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Caption 19 [en]: And so when we're talking about New York City, we use it a lot.
Caption 19 [en]: And so when we're talking about New York City, we use it a lot.

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John S in New York - The High Line on 23rd St

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

The High Line is an elevated park in the heart of Manhattan, which is enjoyed by New Yorkers and tourists alike. Learn about its fascinating history in this video.

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Caption 1 [en]: So, today we're gonna be talking about the High Line
Caption 1 [en]: So, today we're gonna be talking about the High Line

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Parts of Speech - Question Words - Part 2

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Sigrid, here as Rita and Kathy, has fun practicing the 5 question words ("who," "what," "where," "when," and "why") on a train. She makes quite a nuisance of herself, too. More about the 5 W's in: Parts of Speech: Question Words - Part 1 of 3.

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Caption 72 [en]: Well, I get off here. It was great talking to you.
Caption 72 [en]: Well, I get off here. It was great talking to you.

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Parts of Speech - Question Words - Part 1

Difficulty: Newbie

USA

We often use question words to ask questions. The five main ones start with "wh." Sigrid explains how they work.

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Caption 37 [en]: What is he talking about?
Caption 37 [en]: What is he talking about?

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The Apartment - Problems - Part 2

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

It turns out that Rachael is also unhappy, and Maggie is feeling more and more uncomfortable about being in the middle of things.

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Caption 43 [en]: Have you tried talking about it?
Caption 43 [en]: Have you tried talking about it?

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