Assignments

For Wednesday, Oct 10:

Listen to the following clip 1-2 times from the Hindi film, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, available here. Write down any words that you find important or difficult.

For Wednesday, Oct 24:

Listen to the following song 2-3 times, available here. Take notes while you listen and try to sketch out an outline of the song. Hints: The song presents 2 sides of an argument on love between a man and a woman. Remember your "जाने ..." (who knows...) construction.

For Wednesday, Nov 7:

Listen to the following clip from the film, Dil Chahta Hai, 1-2 times, available here. Write down the words that stand out to you, and sketch out a brief outline of the scene. Don't forget to use context clues. Hints: In this scene, Akash and Shalini are meeting for the first time, and the introduction doesn't go as planned. An important word to know is मंगेतर, or fiance.

For Wednesday, Nov. 21:

Listen to the following song 2-3 times, available here. Make an outline of the song.
Hints and Vocab:
In this song, a formerly very depressed woman finds a new lease on life. Don't worry about the brief conversation at the beginning of the clip.
आंचल = border or hem of sari, shawl, etc
ग़ुबार = dust-storm
मलना = to rub

For Wednesday, Dec. 5:

Listen to the following true account of a woman's life in Pakistan, located here. Using context clues to help you, listen for the gist and main ideas of the clip. The speakers' accent and use of vocabulary are challenging.
मियां = husband
तलाक़ = divorce
नज़र अंदाज़ करना = to disregard