Communication Arts

**Title: A Library Encounter**

It was a rainy afternoon, and the sound of raindrops pattering against the library windows created a soothing background noise. The library was a warm refuge from the dreary weather outside. Inside, the soft glow of lamps illuminated the rows of bookshelves, and the scent of old books filled the air.

Amelia stepped into the library, shaking off her wet umbrella and brushing a few raindrops from her coat. She was on a mission to find a book she'd been eager to read. As she approached the front desk, she saw the librarian, Mr. Bennett, organizing a stack of returned books.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Bennett," Amelia greeted with a smile.

"Good afternoon, Amelia. How can I help you today?" Mr. Bennett responded, looking up from his task.

"I need to find a book," Amelia replied, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

"Sure, what book are you looking for?" Mr. Bennett asked, ready to assist.

"I'm looking for 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen," she said, her voice filled with excitement.

Mr. Bennett's face lit up with recognition. "Ah, a classic! Let me check the system for you." He typed quickly on his computer, and within moments, he nodded. "Yes, we have a copy available. Let me show you where it is."

Amelia followed Mr. Bennett through the maze of bookshelves. The library was quiet, with only the occasional sound of a page turning or someone whispering. They reached the fiction section, and Mr. Bennett pulled a well-worn copy of "Pride and Prejudice" from the shelf.

"Here you go, Amelia. Enjoy the book," he said, handing it to her.

"Thank you so much, Mr. Bennett. I've been looking forward to reading this for a long time," Amelia replied, clutching the book to her chest.

As she made her way to a cozy reading nook, Amelia couldn't help but feel grateful for the library. It was more than just a place to find books; it was a sanctuary where stories came alive, and where rainy afternoons could be transformed into adventures between the pages of a beloved novel.

**TOPIC 2: At the Library**

**Conversation:**

→ If you have the audio file, cover the text of Recording 2, At the Library.

→ Read the sentences below.

→ Listen to the conversation 1, 2, or 3 times.

→ If you don't have the audio file, read the text of the recording.

**Choose the correct answer a, b, or c.**

1. The weather outside is:

a) rainy

b) windy

c) snowy

2. The conversation is about:

a) borrowing books

b) returning books

c) paying fines

3. The woman wants:

a) to find a book

b) to use the computer

c) to ask for directions

**Recording 2 – At the Library**

**Librarian:**  

Good afternoon. How can I help you today?

**Woman:**  

Good afternoon. I need to find a book.

**Librarian:**  

Sure, what book are you looking for?

**Woman:**  

I'm looking for "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen.

**Librarian:**  

Let me check the system for you. Yes, we have a copy available.

**Check your answers:**

1a 2a 3a

**What do they say?**

→ Cover the text of Recording 2 again.

→ Read the sentences below.

First listen and complete the words.

→ Then read the text of the recording to help you.