E39 Learn English Podcast | Learn English Through Travel Stories: My Trip to Dallas Texas

Jun 12, 2024

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🌟On today's episode, we help you practice your listening comprehension by exploring vibrant city of Dallas, Texas. We share our experiences and give you some tips on what to do and what to avoid in this wonderful city.

🏛️First, we take you to the 6th Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. This museum is very special because it tells the story of President John F. Kennedy and his visit to Dallas in 1963. You will learn about the events that happened on that day and see many interesting exhibits. It is a place full of history and a must-visit if you are in Dallas. 💔

🎧Next, we explore the lively downtown area, the unique neighborhood of Deep Ellum, and the Dallas Museum District, where you can find several amazing museums and galleries. We also tell you what not to do when you are in Dallas so you can get the most out of your trip! 🎸

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Hub - A central point of activity or transportation.

2) Assassinated - Murdered for political or ideological reasons.

3) Depository - A place where things are stored.

4) Conclude - To form an opinion or decision after careful thought.

5) Memorial - A structure or event designed to remember a person or event.

6) Hipster - A person who follows the latest trends and fashions.

7) Pottery - Objects made of clay and hardened by heat.

8) Light rail - A type of urban passenger transportation using rail cars.

9) Turbulent - Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion.

10) Vantage point - A position from which something is viewed or considered.

📜 SOURCES

Sixth Floor Museum: https://www.jfk.org/plan-your-visit/

Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair: https://www.deepellumfair.com/

Artists from the Arts Fair: Artists from the Arts Fair: https://www.robotsinrowboats.com/ , https://www.instagram.com/deadwaxart , https://www.instagram.com/siebert.sabrina , https://www.instagram.com/mckenzie_fisk_art

Dallas Museum of Art: https://dma.org/visit

Crow Museum of Asian Art: https://crowmuseum.org/