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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 CornerLevel: 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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