skill vocabulary: exam practice: Listening for gist involves listening in order to understand general meaning rather than all the specific detaits and information mentioned. It helps us see ‘the big picture’ and also helps us know when we have to listen more closely and carefully én order to hear a particular piece of information. When you listen for gist, focus on key words and phrases, and tone of voice. Try to ignore and not worry about unknown words and phrases. In a situation where you listen to the same recording twice, such as an exam listening task, it’s often helpful to listen for gist the first time to get a general idea of the meaning, and then listen for more detail the second time. is particularly important in Listening Parts 1, 3 and 4 stening for gist The phrase ‘the big picture’ probably refers to A. the general meaning and subject. B_alarge visual image. © colourful details. Look at the photo and answer the questions 1 Do you think old objects like the ones in the photo are more interesting to learn about and collect than modern objects? Why? / Why not? Write a word from the box in each gap to complete the sentences. addiction = antiquarian = bundle = memorabilia = passion = source = unique = vintage The next item for sale is a(n) — of antique postcards. we Garage sales can be a surprisingly good of collectables. At first, collecting old coins was fun; now it’s become a bit of a(n) _ ‘The obvious thing for a(n) ___ like Tim to do was open a bookshop. o Because my partner doesn't share my __for toy cars, she’s not keen on accompanying me to collectors’ fairs. 6 As collectors of modern art, _____ paintings. the N ixons have acquired a number of ‘The recent ‘lothes fair in Oxford was very well attended. One of the reasons they moved house was so they'd have more room for all their film