Weather forecast – A2 English Listening Exercise

1 Correct Answer: (B) Sunny and warm.

• Explanation: The announcer explicitly says, “If you are going out this morning… It will be very sunny and warm”. Option (A) is the trap because that is the weather for the afternoon, not the morning. Option (C) is never mentioned.

2 Correct Answer: (C) It will become cloudy with light rain.

• Explanation: The announcer states the change (The Twist): “In the afternoon, it will become cloudy, and we expect some light rain…”. Option (A) is a trap; the audio mentions 25 degrees in the morning, but doesn’t mention temperatures going up. Option (B) is a plausible weather condition but is not mentioned in the broadcast.

3 Correct Answer: (A) An umbrella.

• Explanation: At the end of the report, the announcer advises, “…don’t forget to take an umbrella with you if you are coming home late.” Option (B) is the trap because although it is sunny in the morning, the announcer doesn’t remind people to take sunglasses. Option (C) is not mentioned.

Announcer: Good morning, city! Welcome to your daily weather update. Let’s look at the forecast for today. If you are going out this morning, the weather is perfect. It will be very sunny and warm, with a temperature of 25 degrees. However, things will change later. In the afternoon, it will become cloudy, and we expect some light rain by 4 PM. So, enjoy the beautiful sunshine this morning, but don’t forget to take an umbrella with you if you are coming home late. Have a great day!

1 Correct Answer: (B) Sunny and clear.

• Explanation: The host says, “you will see a beautiful, sunny morning” and “The sky is clear now.” Option (A) is the trap because it rained heavily last night, not right now. Option (C) is never mentioned.

2 Correct Answer: (A) Because the roads are wet and slippery.

• Explanation: The host explains the danger: “We had a very heavy rain last night… the roads are still very wet and slippery.” Option (B) is a plausible traffic problem but is not mentioned. Option (C) is a trap because “heavy rain” is mentioned, not a “snowstorm”.

3 Correct Answer: (C) Leave early and drive slowly.

• Explanation: At the end of the update, the host clearly says: “So, please leave your house early and drive slowly today.” Option (A) is the trap because the host says, “You probably think it is a safe day to drive fast… But please, be careful!” (rejecting the idea). Option (B) is not mentioned.

Radio Host: Good morning, listeners! It’s 7:00 AM and here is your local weather and traffic update. If you look out your window, you will see a beautiful, sunny morning. You probably think it is a safe day to drive fast to work. But please, be careful! We had a very heavy rain last night. The sky is clear now, but the roads are still very wet and slippery. We already have reports of two accidents on Main Street. So, please leave your house early and drive slowly today. We will be back with more music after this short break.

1 Correct Answer: (B) He thought he needed an umbrella.

• Explanation: David asks at the beginning, “Should I bring my umbrella?” because he expected rain (like yesterday). Option (A) is the trap because sunny is the actual weather, not what he initially thought. Option (C) is a trap using the actual temperature.

2 Correct Answer: (C) Sunny and hot.

• Explanation: The Assistant clearly states, “Right now, it is 28 degrees and very sunny… It will be hot all day.” Option (A) is the trap because the Assistant mentions “Yesterday was rainy.” Option (B) is never mentioned.

3 Correct Answer: (A) A hat and sunglasses.

• Explanation: The Assistant advises, “I recommend wearing a hat and taking your sunglasses.” Option (B) is the trap because it was David’s initial plan, but the Assistant rejected it (“No, you do not need an umbrella today”). Option (C) is a plausible clothing choice but is not mentioned in the audio.

User: Hey Assistant, what is the weather like today? I need to go to the supermarket. Should I bring my umbrella?

Assistant: Good morning, David. No, you do not need an umbrella today. Yesterday was rainy, but today the weather is completely different.

User: Oh? What is the temperature?

Assistant: Right now, it is 28 degrees and very sunny. There are no clouds in the sky. It will be hot all day.

User: That is great news! I will leave my umbrella at home. So, what should I take instead?

Assistant: I recommend wearing a hat and taking your sunglasses. You might also want to wear a light T-shirt.

User: Perfect. Thank you!

1 Correct Answer: (B) It would be sunny and hot.

• Explanation: The lifeguard says, “the weather forecast this morning said it would be sunny and hot all day.” Option (C) is the trap because the storm is the actual weather happening right now, not what the morning forecast predicted. Option (A) is plausible but not mentioned.

2 Correct Answer: (A) A dangerous storm is coming.

• Explanation: The lifeguard warns, “A very dangerous storm is coming from the sea right now.” Option (B) is the trap because “sunny” was the old forecast from the morning. Option (C) is never mentioned.

3 Correct Answer: (C) Get out of the water and leave the beach.

• Explanation: The explicit instruction is: “Please get out of the water immediately! … leave the beach.” Option (A) is the trap because it is the exact opposite of what they should do (“you cannot swim anymore”). Option (B) is a trap because the lifeguard tells them to take their umbrellas and leave, not to wait under them.

Lifeguard: Attention all swimmers and beachgoers! This is your lifeguard speaking. Please listen carefully. I know the weather forecast this morning said it would be sunny and hot all day. However, the weather has changed quickly. A very dangerous storm is coming from the sea right now. The sky is getting dark, and the wind is very strong. For your safety, you cannot swim anymore. Please get out of the water immediately! Pack your bags, take your umbrellas, and leave the beach. Please go home or stay inside your cars. Do not wait!

1 Correct Answer: (C) It would be cloudy and cold.

• Explanation: The vlogger says, “The weather app said it would just be cloudy and cold today.” Option (A) is the trap because heavy snow is the actual weather, not what the app predicted. Option (B) is never mentioned.

2 Correct Answer: (A) It is snowing heavily.

• Explanation: The vlogger looks out the window and says, “But guess what? It is snowing heavily!” Option (C) is a trap because the app predicted it would be cold, but the actual surprise is the snow. Option (B) is not mentioned.

3 Correct Answer: (B) Build a snowman in the park.

• Explanation: The vlogger changes the plan (The Twist): “Instead, I am going to put on my thickest coat, go to the park, and build a giant snowman!” Option (C) is the trap because it was the initial plan (“I originally wanted to go on a walking tour…”), but it is now impossible. Option (A) is a plausible action but the vlogger decides to go outside.

Vlogger: Hey guys! Welcome back to my travel vlog. I am looking out my hotel window right now, and wow! The weather app said it would just be cloudy and cold today. But guess what? It is snowing heavily! Everything outside is completely white. I originally wanted to go on a walking tour of the city this morning. But that’s impossible now because the snow is so deep. Instead, I am going to put on my thickest coat, go to the park, and build a giant snowman! Stay tuned for the next video!