Lesson 4Preserving the Past, Celebrating the Present
Interactive Communication
Listen and Write
Listen to the dialog and fill in the blanks of the following table with the given words.
Script
W :
Good afternoon, everyone. Today’s guest is Mr. Ilya Choi from Russia, a descendant of Korean independence activist Mr. Choi Jaehyeong. Welcome, Mr. Choi!
M :
Thank you. I’m honored to be here.
W :
Can you share your connection to Mr. Choi Jaehyeong?
M :
Sure. I am his fifth-generation descendant.
W :
Fascinating! How did you end up studying in South Korea?
M :
Through the Choi Jaehyeong Memorial Foundation, I came here as an exchange student.
W :
That’s incredible. How has your experience been in South Korea?
M :
It’s been a wonderful experience. Living here and being a descendant of Choi Jaehyeong has given me a deep sense of connection to this country.
W :
That’s great. What are your future plans?
M :
I plan to graduate with a degree in electronic engineering and embrace opportunities in both Russia and Korea. I am convinced this path will lead to success.
W :
Those are ambitious goals! Thank you, Mr. Choi, for sharing your story. I’ve no doubt at all that you have a bright future ahead.