Unit 4 Listening practice

1   Read the advertisement. Then listen to the

4.5 3   Listen again and answer the questions in your
4.5
introduction to the radio programme. What do you think own words. Use complete sentences.
the programme is going to be about?
1 Why do film companies use extras?
A A famous film star.
B The work of a famous British director.
C Working as an ‘extra’ in films. 2 What’s the best way to become an extra?

Jobs
July / August
3 Why are there more roles for ordinary-looking people?
200 extras / supporting artists required for a

high-profile British film starring famous actors.
Extras will be required for crowd scenes and
smaller scenes. Good rates offered. 4 What advice does Kate give to people who are working
Filming to begin in July and to last until August. as an extra?
No previous acting experience needed.
Apply now!

2 4.5   Read questions 1–5. Then listen to the rest of

the radio programme and choose the correct answers.
1 What is not usually part of an extra’s job?
A Getting paid.
B Having a speaking part.
C Seeing stars on the set.
D Being in the background of a film.
2 What negative point does Danny make about being an
extra?
A Extras don’t get treated well by the crew.
B There isn’t a lot of work for extras.
C It’s hard work.
D The day can be very boring.
3 According to Danny, which of the following is necessary
in order to become an extra?
A Acting experience.
B Skills.
C Patience.
D Good looks.
4 Danny says that Kate:
A has got a certain look.
B has got a special skill.
C is still at school.
D hasn’t met any stars.
5 According to Kate, what kind of people would find
being an extra most useful?
A People who want to learn about how the film
industry works.
B People who want to meet stars.
C Serious and talented actors.
D People who haven’t got much free time.

PHOTOCOPIABLE  © OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS 75

4327183 OTY TRP1.indb 75 10/12/2012 18:12