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083 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Secret [English Listening Practice]

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Title: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Secret

Level: Intermediate (B2)

#Story :

Amelia, a journalist fascinated by the mysterious lighthouse in a coastal town, sets out to uncover the truth behind its legend. Locals tell her about Edward, a devoted lighthouse keeper who lost his family to the sea but continued his lonely watch over the coast. On the night of the lighthouse’s mysterious monthly flicker, Amelia ventures inside and encounters Edward’s ghostly figure. She realizes he is trapped by his devotion and loneliness, still guarding the shore. With gentle words, she encourages him to find peace. Edward’s spirit fades away, leaving the lighthouse’s light to shine steadily, finally free of its haunted flicker.

#Vocabulary :

• Treacherous – dangerous, especially regarding natural surroundings.
• Flicker – a light that wavers or blinks.
• Devotion – deep commitment or loyalty.
• Vigil – a period of keeping watch, often during the night.
• Lantern room – the top room in a lighthouse where the light is located.

#Grammar Focus:

• Past Simple for Narrative
• Used for completed actions in the story’s past. Example: “Amelia arrived in the town and learned of Edward’s tragic past.”
• Direct Speech for Tension
• Using direct quotes to capture character interactions. Example: “Edward, you don’t have to stay here anymore,” Amelia whispered.
• Present Perfect for Reflection
• Used to connect past experiences to the present moment. Example: “Amelia has always been fascinated by the legends of the lighthouse.”

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