You know that game where somebody has three cups and they put a little ball under one and then move them around, and your job is to keep you eye on the one with the ball, and say where it is?

Well, this game is sort of like that—only it is for practicing listening skills in a fun and exciting way.

Directions
Students work in groups of four. Put the following 4 objects on a table or chair: I’ve used common objects: a coin, a book, a pen, a ball.

Each student will represent a number, 1-4. Students will hear instructions. For example, “Number 2, pick up the book.” “Number 2, hand the coin to Number 4.” “Number 3, don’t pass the pen to Number 1.”

The directions on the audio speed up as it plays. The object is for students to follow the directions perfectly. At the end of the audio, we see whose got what. If something doesn’t work out, let the students start again from the beginning.

Easy Level, Game 1
There are two versions so far. One is the Easy Level. Even beginning students can follow the instructions with some pre-listening help. The verbs used: get, get rid of, give, hand, pick up, put, take, trade.

Advanced Level, Game 1
There is more variety in the instructions here, and they come fast. Verbs used: give, hand, pass, pick up, take.

Playing Alone
Yeah. You can practice your listening skills on your own. In this case you do all the actions. Create four squares, by using, for instance, four pieces of paper. Number them. Now move the objects to the proper places yourself. (see the picture to the right).

I’d be glad to hear some comments if anybody plays this game.

You can download this MS Word Doc for the answers and instructions.
“Whose Got What?” Answers and Instructions

 

 Whose Got What? Easy, Game 1 [1:26m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (70)

 

 Whose Got What? Advanced, Game 1 [1:41m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (11)