aural rehab

Question 1

1. Bob is getting directions from Betty on how to get to a new shopping center. Betty tells him, “ Make a left onto Main Street, then go six blocks before turning right onto Elm Street.” Bob responds, “Let me double check these directions. I go left on Main Street, and then turn right six blocks later onto Elm Street, correct?” “Exactly!” Betty says

Answer 1

Confirmation

Question 2

2. Jane and Diane are discussing a new book while at a party. Susan arrives a few minutes later and joins her friends. As she does, Diane pauses their discussion to tell Susan they are discussing a new book.

Answer 2

Indication of topic of conversation

Question 3

3. David is outside working in the yard. His wife opens the door and shouts, “Would you like a glass of lemonade?” David replies, “What was that you said?” “Would you like a glass of lemonade?” she asks. “Absolutely! Thank you,” says David

Answer 3

repetition

Question 4

4. Mary arrives to a tea party. Her hostess asks, “Cream? Sugar?” Mary appears confused by the question. Her hostess smiles and asks again, “ Would you care for cream and sugar with your tea?” “Oh, no thank you,” she replies.

Answer 4

elaboration

Question 5

5.Nancy returns home to her husband James after a trip to the museum. James asks his wife, “Did you see the new and exciting exhibit about the early American colonies at the museum today?” “What did you ask about the museum?” she asks. James replies, “Did you see the American colonies exhibit?” “Oh yes. It was wonderful!” she exclaims

Answer 5

simplification

Question 6

6. Jill and Martha sit down to lunch at Macaroni Grill during peak lunchtime hours. The waiter arrives at their table and lists the lunch specials. After several communication breakdowns, the waiter smiles and grabs a crayon. He proceeds to list the lunch specials on the paper tablecloth. Jill reads and happily proclaims, “I’ll have the gnocci… it’s my favorite!

Answer 6

Written message

Question 7

7. Mike and Rosa attend the graduation party for their grandson, Steven. At the party, Steven tells them, “At my college orientation next month, I get to see my new dorm room and meet my new roommate. Then, I’ll go register for classes.” Mike smiles and nods, but does not respond. Steven says again, “I’m going to see my dorm, meet my roommate, and register for classes next month.” Mike responds, “How exciting!”

Answer 7

rephrasing