Invitations & Suggestions – A2 English Listening Exercise
Listening 1
Listen to the radio host and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What does the radio host want the listeners to do today?
(A) Listen to the top pop songs.
(B) Share their favorite song.
(C) Call the show’s producer.
2 Why can’t the listeners call the radio station?
(A) Because the host is too busy.
(B) Because the radio show is over.
(C) Because the phone lines are broken.
3 How should the listeners contact the radio station now?
(A) By sending a text message.
(B) By sending an email.
(C) By calling a new phone number.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The host clearly says, “I want you to call us and share your favorite song.” Option A is the Trap (playing top pop songs is what they usually do on Fridays, but not today). Option C is not mentioned as a task for the listeners.
2 Correct Answer: C
- Explanation: The host says, “our phone lines are actually not working right now” (which means they are broken). Option A and Option B are incorrect and not mentioned in the audio.
3 Correct Answer: A
- Explanation: This is The Twist. Because the phones are broken, the host suggests: “So, why don’t you send us a text message instead?” Option C is the Trap (he gives the number 555-0123, but it is for texting, not calling). Option B is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Radio Host: Welcome back to Morning City Radio! I’m your host, Chris. Usually, on Fridays, we play the top pop songs of the week. But today, we want to hear from you! I want you to call us and share your favorite song. The studio number is… wait, hold on. My producer just told me that our phone lines are actually not working right now. We cannot receive any phone calls. So, why don’t you send us a text message instead? Just text your name and your favorite song to 555-0123. We will read your messages and play your songs all morning!
Listening 2
Listen to the supermarket announcement and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What is the supermarket giving away today?
(A) Free apples.
(B) Free chocolate cookies.
(C) Free cups of coffee.
2 Where should the shoppers go to get the free food?
(A) To the fresh food section.
(B) To the checkout area.
(C) To Counter 4.
3 How much do the shoppers have to pay for the cookies?
(A) Four dollars.
(B) Nothing.
(C) Half the normal price.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The announcer says, “Our bakery just made some amazing chocolate cookies, and we are giving away free samples right now.” Option A is the Trap because the apples were free yesterday, not today. Option C is a plausible supermarket sample but is not mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: C
- Explanation: The announcer invites everyone to “come to Counter number 4.” Option A is the Trap (it is where they gave away apples yesterday). Option B is not mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The announcer says, “You do not need to buy anything to try them” (which means the cookies cost nothing; they are free). Option A is the Trap because it uses the number “4” from Counter 4 to confuse the listener about the price. Option C is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Announcer: Attention all MegaMart shoppers. Thank you for visiting our store today. If you are feeling hungry, we have a special treat for you. Yesterday, we gave away free apples in the fresh food section. But today, we have something even better! We invite everyone to come to Counter number 4. Our bakery just made some amazing chocolate cookies, and we are giving away free samples right now. You do not need to buy anything to try them. So, please take a short break from your shopping and visit Counter 4 to enjoy a delicious cookie. Have a great day!
Listening 3
Listen to the podcast and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What did the podcaster originally plan to talk about today?
(A) A mystery novel.
(B) A history book.
(C) A comic book.
2 What kind of book is The Midnight Train?
(A) A mystery novel.
(B) A history book about Egypt.
(C) A science fiction novel.
3 What does the podcaster suggest the listeners do this weekend?
(A) Go to a museum in Egypt.
(B) Write their own mystery story.
(C) Read The Midnight Train.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The podcaster says, “today I planned to review a new book about ancient Egypt” (which is a history book). Option A is the Trap (it is what he actually talks about after he changes his mind). Option C is not mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: A
- Explanation: The podcaster clearly states, “I found an amazing mystery novel called The Midnight Train.” Option B is the Trap (it was the topic of the book he originally wanted to review). Option C is not mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: C
- Explanation: This is the main suggestion of the audio. The podcaster says, “If you want something fun to do this weekend, I highly recommend you read this book” (referring to The Midnight Train). Option A is a Trap using the word “Egypt” from the audio. Option B is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Podcaster: Hello everyone, welcome back to my weekly podcast. Usually, I talk about history books on this show. In fact, today I planned to review a new book about ancient Egypt. But yesterday, I found an amazing mystery novel called The Midnight Train. I couldn’t stop reading it! So, instead of history, we are talking about mystery today. The story is so exciting, and the vocabulary is not too difficult. If you want something fun to do this weekend, I highly recommend you read this book. You can buy it at the local bookstore, or just download it to your phone. Happy reading!
Listening 4
Listen to the vlogger and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What does the vlogger ask the viewers to do first?
(A) Hit the subscribe button.
(B) Pay twenty dollars.
(C) Write a comment below.
2 How much does it cost to join the new online English club?
(A) Twenty dollars.
(B) It is completely free.
(C) Ten dollars.
3 When is the English club going to meet?
(A) Sunday morning.
(B) Sunday evening.
(C) Saturday evening.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: A
- Explanation: The vlogger says, “If you liked this lesson, please hit the subscribe button below.” Option B is the Trap (twenty dollars is for private classes, not the first action requested). Option C is a plausible action on YouTube but is not mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The vlogger clearly states, “…I am starting a new online English club, and it is completely free!” Option A is the Trap (twenty dollars is the price for his usual private classes, not the new club). Option C is not mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: C
- Explanation: This is The Twist. The vlogger says they planned to meet on Sunday morning, but changes it: “So, why don’t you join us on Saturday evenings instead?”. Option A is the Trap (the original plan that was rejected). Option B is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Vlogger: Well, guys, that is the end of today’s video. If you liked this lesson, please hit the subscribe button below. Also, I have some exciting news! Many of you asked for a place to practice speaking. Usually, my private classes cost twenty dollars. But, I am starting a new online English club, and it is completely free! We planned to meet every Sunday morning, but I know many of you are busy then. So, why don’t you join us on Saturday evenings instead? We will chat and play games. Just click the link in the description to join!
Listening 5
Listen to the voicemail and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 Why is the clinic calling Mr. Miller?
(A) To give him his blood test results.
(B) To remind him about his annual health check.
(C) To tell him about a new doctor.
2 Why can’t Mr. Miller book his appointment online?
(A) Because the clinic’s website is closed for updates.
(B) Because he does not have an internet connection.
(C) Because the clinic does not have a website.
3 What does the clinic want Mr. Miller to do next?
(A) Visit the clinic today.
(B) Call them on the phone.
(C) Send them an email.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: The automated voice clearly states, “We are calling to remind you that it is time for your annual health check.” Option A and Option C are plausible reasons for a clinic to call, but they are not mentioned in the audio.
2 Correct Answer: A
- Explanation: The voice says, “our website is currently closed for updates.” Option B is not mentioned. Option C is the Trap; the clinic does have a website (they “usually” use it), but it is just not working right now.
3 Correct Answer: B
- Explanation: This is The Twist. Because the website is closed, the clinic gives a new instruction: “So… please call us back at 555-0188.” Option A is the Trap (the message specifically warns: “Please do not visit the clinic without an appointment”). Option C is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Automated Voice: Hello, this is an automated message for Mr. David Miller from the City Health Clinic. We are calling to remind you that it is time for your annual health check. Usually, we ask our patients to book their appointments online through our website. But, our website is currently closed for updates. So, to schedule your visit, please call us back at 555-0188. Our office is open from Monday to Friday. Please do not visit the clinic without an appointment. We hope to hear from you soon. Have a healthy day!