Weather forecast – A2 English Listening Exercise
Listening 1
Listen to the conversation and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 Why did Sarah have a terrible drive to work today?
(A) Because of the heavy traffic.
(B) Because of the heavy rain.
(C) Because of the heavy fog.
2 What does Sarah usually do to get to work quickly?
(A) She takes the highway.
(B) She takes the local road.
(C) She leaves her house very early.
3 What did Sarah do this morning because of the weather?
(A) She missed the morning meeting.
(B) She drove on the local road.
(C) She drove carefully on the highway.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: (C) Because of the heavy fog.
- Explanation: Sarah explains her bad drive by saying, “…there was really heavy fog today. I couldn’t see anything…”. Option (A) is the trap because David guesses there was “a lot of traffic,” but Sarah replies, “Not really.” Option (B) is a plausible weather condition but is never mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: (A) She takes the highway.
- Explanation: Sarah explicitly states her normal routine (Plan A): “I usually take the highway to get here quickly…”. Option (B) is the trap because the local road is what she took today, not what she usually does. Option (C) is not mentioned in the audio.
3 Correct Answer: (B) She drove on the local road.
- Explanation: Because of the fog, Sarah changed her plan (The Twist): “So, I took the local road through town instead.” Option (C) is the trap because she usually takes the highway, but today she says, “No, I didn’t want to risk it.” Option (A) is a trap because David notes that she “arrived before the meeting.”
AUDIO SCRIPT
David: Good morning, Sarah. You look a bit tired today.
Sarah: Morning, David. Yeah, I had a terrible drive to work this morning.
David: Oh? Was there a lot of traffic?
Sarah: Not really. I usually take the highway to get here quickly, but there was really heavy fog today. I couldn’t see anything in front of me!
David: That’s dangerous. Did you still drive on the highway?
Sarah: No, I didn’t want to risk it. So, I took the local road through town instead. It was much slower, but safer.
David: Well, at least you arrived before the meeting. The weather app says it will be clear and sunny tomorrow.
Sarah: Let’s hope so.
Listening 2
Listen to the announcement and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What did the weather app say yesterday?
(A) It would be very sunny.
(B) It would be windy.
(C) It would rain.
2 What is the new weather forecast for the trip tomorrow?
(A) Very sunny and hot.
(B) Cloudy and cool.
(C) Rainy and wet.
3 What does the teacher tell the students to bring?
(A) Umbrellas and raincoats.
(B) A hat and lots of water.
(C) Extra food and snacks.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: (C) It would rain.
- Explanation: The student asks, “The weather app yesterday said it’s going to rain.” Option (A) is the trap because that is the new forecast for tomorrow, not what the app said yesterday. Option (B) is not mentioned in the audio.
2 Correct Answer: (A) Very sunny and hot.
- Explanation: The teacher says the forecast changed and “it will be very sunny and hot.” Option (C) is the trap because it was the old forecast that the teacher rejected. Option (B) is never mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: (B) A hat and lots of water.
- Explanation: The teacher clearly instructs: “You definitely need to wear a hat and bring lots of water to drink.” Option (A) is a trap because umbrellas were mentioned, but the teacher explicitly says to “leave your umbrellas at home” due to the sunny weather. Option (C) is a plausible item for a trip but is never mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Teacher: Attention, class! Before you go home, let’s talk about our school trip to the zoo tomorrow.
Student: Mr. Davis, do we need to bring umbrellas? The weather app yesterday said it’s going to rain.
Teacher: I saw that yesterday, Tim. But I just checked the new forecast, and it completely changed. It’s not going to rain. Instead, it will be very sunny and hot.
Student: Oh, okay! That’s much better.
Teacher: Yes. So, please leave your umbrellas at home. You definitely need to wear a hat and bring lots of water to drink. We don’t want anyone getting sick in the sun. See you all tomorrow morning!
Listening 3
Listen to the conversation and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What did Leo initially plan to do today?
(A) Paint the living room.
(B) Paint the outside walls.
(C) Buy more paint.
2 Why do they have to change their plan?
(A) Because it is going to rain.
(B) Because the manager is sick.
(C) Because the wind is very strong.
3 What will Leo do next?
(A) He will go home.
(B) He will work inside the house.
(C) He will wait for the weather to get better.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: (B) Paint the outside walls.
- Explanation: Leo asks at the beginning, “I have the paint ready for the outside walls. Should I start now?” Option (A) is the trap because painting the living room is their new plan, not the initial one. Option (C) is never mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: (C) Because the wind is very strong.
- Explanation: The manager says, “the wind is blowing very strongly right now… We can’t paint outside.” Option (A) is a trap; Leo asks if it is going to rain, but the manager explicitly says, “No, it won’t rain.” Option (B) is not mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: (B) He will work inside the house.
- Explanation: The manager tells Leo, “let’s work inside today… go paint the living room instead,” and Leo agrees. Option (A) is the trap because Leo asks, “Do we go home?” but the manager says “No.” Option (C) is plausible but not part of their discussion.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Leo: Morning, Mr. Evans. I have the paint ready for the outside walls. Should I start now?
Manager: Hi, Leo. Actually, we have to change the plan. I just checked the weather forecast.
Leo: Oh? Is it going to rain?
Manager: No, it won’t rain. But the wind is blowing very strongly right now. It’s going to get worse this afternoon. We can’t paint outside.
Leo: I see. So, what should we do instead? Do we go home?
Manager: No, let’s work inside today. Please take your tools and go paint the living room instead.
Leo: Okay, I’ll go inside right now.
Listening 4
Listen to the conversation and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C).
1 What did Mark initially pack for his trip?
(A) A thick coat and gloves.
(B) An umbrella and a light jacket.
(C) Sunglasses and sunscreen.
2 What is the weather forecast for London this week?
(A) Freezing and snowy.
(B) Rainy and windy.
(C) Sunny and warm.
3 What does the boss tell Mark to bring instead?
(A) A bigger umbrella.
(B) A light jacket.
(C) A thick coat.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: (B) An umbrella and a light jacket.
- Explanation: Mark says at the beginning, “I just packed my umbrella and a light jacket…”. Option (A) is the trap because the thick coat is what he decides to pack at the end of the conversation. Option (C) is never mentioned in the audio.
2 Correct Answer: (A) Freezing and snowy.
- Explanation: The boss clearly states, “It’s going to be freezing. The forecast says it will snow tomorrow and Wednesday.” Option (B) is the trap because Mark assumes it will rain (“it usually rains there”), but the boss corrects him (“Actually, no”). Option (C) is not mentioned.
3 Correct Answer: (C) A thick coat.
- Explanation: Because of the snow, the boss advises, “You definitely need to bring a thick coat instead,” and Mark agrees. Option (B) is the trap because the boss explicitly tells him to “take out that light jacket.” Option (A) is a plausible item but is not what the boss suggested.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Boss: Good morning, Mark. Are you ready for your business trip to London tomorrow?
Employee: Morning, Mr. Brown. Yes, I am. I just packed my umbrella and a light jacket because it usually rains there.
Boss: Well, you should check the weather forecast again.
Employee: Oh? Is it going to rain heavily?
Boss: Actually, no. It’s going to be freezing. The forecast says it will snow tomorrow and Wednesday.
Employee: Wow, snow in November? I didn’t expect that.
Boss: Yes. So, you should take out that light jacket. You definitely need to bring a thick coat instead.
Employee: Thanks for the advice, Mr. Brown! I’ll pack my heavy winter coat tonight.
Listening 5
Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer (A, B, or C).
1 What did the weather forecast say yesterday?
(A) It would be rainy.
(B) It would be sunny.
(C) It would be very cold.
2 Why are the speakers worried?
(A) Because they forgot to buy the food.
(B) Because the office is too small for the party.
(C) Because it might rain during the BBQ.
3 What is their final decision for the party?
(A) They will move the party inside the office.
(B) They will rent a large tent for the BBQ.
(C) They will cancel the party until next week.
ANSWER KEY & EXPLANATIONS
1 Correct Answer: (B) It would be sunny.
- Explanation: Alex mentions, “Yesterday the news said it would be a beautiful sunny day.” Option (A) is a trap because it is the new forecast. Option (C) is not mentioned.
2 Correct Answer: (C) Because it might rain during the BBQ.
- Explanation: Jane explains that the report changed and there will be “rain showers on Friday afternoon.” Option (B) is a trap; although the office is small, the primary reason for their worry is the rain.
3 Correct Answer: (B) They will rent a large tent for the BBQ.
- Explanation: After discussing the options, Jane suggests: “Let’s rent a large tent instead,” and Alex agrees. Option (A) is a trap because Alex suggested moving inside, but Jane rejected it because the office is too small. Option (C) is not mentioned.
AUDIO SCRIPT
Alex: Hi Jane. Everything is set for the company BBQ this Friday afternoon, right?
Jane: Well, I’m a bit worried, Alex. I just checked the weather forecast on my phone.
Alex: Really? Yesterday the news said it would be a beautiful sunny day.
Jane: I know, but the report changed this morning. Now it says there will be some rain showers on Friday afternoon.
Alex: Oh no! We can’t have a BBQ in the rain. Should we move the whole party inside the office?
Jane: Hmm, the office is too small for fifty people. Let’s rent a large tent instead. That way, we can still stay outside and keep everyone dry.
Alex: That’s a great plan. I’ll call the rental shop and order one right now.