099 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Enchanted Talisman [English Listening Practice]

Title: The Enchanted TalismanLevel: Intermediate (B1)#Story : Max inherits a mysterious talisman from his late grandfather, shaped like a hawk with glowing gemstone eyes. Intrigued, he begins wearing it, but strange things start happening—whispers, shadowy figures, and visions. With his friend Emma, Max learns the talisman is bound to a powerful spirit meant to protect but also to test its bearer. Following its guidance, Max finds an ancient temple where he is transported to a mystical realm. Confronting his deepest fears, he faces the talisman’s spirit guardian and emerges victorious. With the talisman truly his, Max returns, forever changed, understanding its power and the strength he found within himself.#Vocabulary :Talisman – an object believed to have magical powers.Whisper – a soft, quiet voice.Relic – an object surviving from an earlier time.Temple – a building dedicated to worship or spiritual practices.Guardian – one who protects or defends.#Grammar Focus:Past Simple for Events Used to tell the main story events. Example: “Max found an intricately carved talisman.”Present Perfect for Life Experiences Describes past experiences with relevance to the present. Example: “Max has always been drawn to mysterious artifacts.”Direct Speech for Dialogue Adds realism to the characters’ interactions. Example: “‘Where did you get this?’ Emma asked, her eyes wide.”Website:https://Readiocast.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua-------Learn English fast and easily with podcasts Conversation, Best Tips For Learning English, Improve Your English Language, Listening and Speaking through Listening, Dictation and Grammar Focus with new words, best practice to learn English online by short stories. (best practice for English Listening skills)-------#English #learnenglish #howtospeakenglish #englishforbeginners #englishtutorial #ielts #listening #englishlearning #englishpractice #learnenglish #listeningpractice #englishstory #practice #LearnEnglishfast #grammer #podcast #Englishpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.