Listening comprehension B1

Match the vocabulary with the correct definition

Check your understanding: true or false. Circle True or False for these sentences.

1. The Pomodoro Technique was invented in the 1980s.       [True, False]

2. Students and workers can use the technique.        [True, False]

3. The technique is a bit complicated to use.        [True, False]

4. You need to break down your tasks into smaller sections.        [True, False]

5. Each break is called a ‘pomodoro’.        [True, False]

6. Peter uses an app on his mobile to time himself.        [True, False]

7. After four or five short breaks you can have a longer break.        [True, False]

8. Peter takes less time to do his homework these days.        [True, False]

Check your understanding: gap fill. Complete the sentences with a word from the box.

The Pomodoro Technique is designed to help people work effectively and avoid wasting 1.               [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, time, task]. It helps you to get the maximum 2.               [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, time, task] in the time you have. First you have to break down each 3.              [list, breaks, productivity, five, item, timer, time, task] into steps. Then you use a 4.               [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, task, time] to organise your time into intensive work and 5.               [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, task, time]. You write a list of the things you need to do, set the timer to twenty-five minutes and start working on the first 6.                [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, task, time] on your list. When the timer goes off you stop work for 7.               [list, timer, item, five, productivity, breaks, task, time] minutes. Then you repeat these steps four or five times, ticking off items on your 8.              [list, breaks, productivity, five, item, timer, task, time] as you finish them. After a few short breaks you can take a longer break.

Check your vocabulary: gap fill. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word in brackets.

1. It is important to find the most           way of working. (effect)

2. We can be more            if we work together as a team. (product)

3. Do you think that is a          idea? (sense)

4. I keep all my notes in          folders. (separation)

5. You can use a       to help you cook the perfect boiled egg. (time)

6. You will feel really           when you finish. (satisfaction)

7. It isn’t a very      time to wait. (length)

8. The Pomodoro Technique is a system to help you        your time. (management)