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Transcript
Welcome to a Toony Blunt IBT practice listening test. You will hear a passage on the topic of Machu Picchu. After you have listened to the passage, you will answer a series of multiple choice questions. Please listen carefully and choose the best answer for each question.
Machu Picchu, located in the Cusco region of Peru, is more than just an ancient ruin, it is a powerful spiritual center that holds within its walls a powerful energy that has captured the imagination of people for centuries. This mystical city, believed to have been created in the 15th century, was created for a much greater purpose than just a mere residential or spiritual site.
Many indigenous people believe that Machu Picchu was built by spiritual beings from another dimension, who descended to Earth to share their wisdom and help humanity. The precise stonework and architectural techniques used in Machu Picchu’s construction are thought to have been gifts from these beings, as are the complex agricultural terraces and the mysterious Intihuatana stone, which is said to have the power to connect people to the spiritual world.
Today, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year. However, many believe that the modern-day influx of tourists has disrupted the powerful spiritual energy that once flowed freely throughout the site. Despite this, many still feel a strong connection to the spiritual energy of Machu Picchu and make pilgrimages to the site in search of enlightenment and to connect with the ancient wisdom that it holds.
In conclusion, Machu Picchu is more than just an ancient ruin, it is a gateway to the spiritual realm. It holds within it a powerful energy that has the power to transform those who visit it. The site continues to be a source of fascination and mystery, and its legacy as a spiritual hub will continue to endure for generations to come.
Question 1. What do indigenous people believe about the origins of Machu Picchu?
A). Created by the Inca
B). Created by humans
C). Created by spiritual beings
D). Created by nature
Question 2. In what century was Machu Picchu said to be built?
A). the 13th century
B). the 21st century
C). the 17th century
D). the 15th century
Question 3. What is the Intihuatana stone believed to do?
A). Connect people to the spiritual world
B). Disrupt spiritual energy
C). Hold no significance
D). Connect people to nature
Question 4. How does modern day tourism affect Machu Picchu according to indigenous beliefs?
A). Enhances the spiritual energy
B). Creates new spiritual energy
C). Has no effect
D). Disrupts the spiritual energy
Question 5. What do many people seek when visiting Machu Picchu?
A). Enlightenment
B). Fun
C). Profit
D). Adventure
Question 6. What is Machu Picchu according to indigenous beliefs?
A). Ancient ruin
B). Spiritual hub
C). Tourist trap
D). Mystical city
Play the game MIX. Have your students gather around in a tight circle and then say , “Mix!”. Have them then weave in, out and around eachother as fast as possible and then say, “Pairs!”. When you say pairs, the students put their hands on the shoulders of whomever is closest to them. Then have them ask the below questions to eachother and then repeat. (If you have enough students you can also say, “Trios”)
Questions:
- Are there any ancient ruins in the country you live in? What are they called? Where are they exactly?
- Have you visited an ancient ruin before? Which one? What did you think of them?
