Intro
The expression “silence is golden” isn’t true for everybody. Some people can’t stand a lot of noise, but others find silence uncomfortable and like to have background noise at all times.
If you live in a big city, you’re always hearing noise from the street like car horns and sirens. It’s easier to find silence in remote places. But if you go to the country for some peace and quiet, don’t forget to silence your cell phone!
Vocab
Example I'm sorry, I can't hear you. There's too much background noise.
Example They held the secret meeting at a remote warehouse on the edge of town.
Quiz
Discussion
Do you like silence, or do you prefer to have some background noise? Is there a lot of noise where you live?
Comments
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