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Aug 2024
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English Listening Practice The London Un...

Hilary Platt
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In today's English listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ practice lesson we take a look at a new London underground map. Discover the fascinating history behind the iconic Tube map. Learn a psychologist's tricks to navigate the system 25% faster. Decode British place names and sound like a local. While you listen you improve your English, nice and simple.

"Life is a journey, not a destination." Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Deepen your understanding of British culture through the fascinating history of the Tube map, making your language learning journey more engaging and connected to real-world contexts.

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