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082 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Café on the Corner [English Listening Practice]

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Title: The Café on the Corner

Level: Intermediate (B2)

#Story :

Ella, a busy professional, always rushes past a small, charming café on her way to work. One rainy day, she takes shelter inside and meets James, a fellow commuter who is also escaping the storm. They share a table and an easy conversation, discovering a surprising connection. As days go by, they both start visiting the café regularly, and their friendship blossoms into a quiet romance. One morning, James asks Ella out on a proper date, and soon the café becomes their cherished spot, a reminder of the rainy day that brought them together.

#Vocabulary :

• Rustic – simple and charming, often relating to countryside style.
• Ambiance – the character or mood of a place.
• Drenched – completely soaked with water.
• Blossom – to grow or develop, often used for positive growth.
• Nervousness – a feeling of anxiety or tension before something uncertain.

#Grammar Focus:

• Past Simple for Narration
• Used to describe the main events in the story. Example: “Ella hurried into the café, seeking shelter from the rain.”
• Past Continuous for Background Setting
• Describes ongoing actions that set the scene. Example: “Raindrops were racing down the window as Ella took her first sip.”
• Modals of Possibility for Feelings
• Used to express uncertainty or emotion. Example: “James might have felt nervous, but he smiled warmly.”

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