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FOUR RIDICULOUS LAWSUITS

By Sarah Asch

Objective To improve your reading and listening skills.

Think about it Do you know anyone who has ever sued another person or organisation? What were they trying to achieve? How easy is it to sue someone in your country? What is involved in the process? Have you ever thought about suing someone? Who? Why? Have you heard any stories of ridiculous lawsuits? What were they about?

Exams This listening activity will help prepare you for English exams such as FCE, IELTS and TOEFL.

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