This A2 English listening lesson is for beginners and pre-intermediate learners.
Leo is talking about his favourite tradition. Which tradition is he describing, and why does he like it so much?
- Watch the short video, and listen carefully.
- Answer the questions, and do the exercises.
- Stop and repeat – or restart – if you don’t understand!
Contents
Listen in full
Watch the video and listen to Leo talk about his favourite tradition. Try to understand as much as you can just by listening. When you’ve finished listening, answer the questions and start the exercises.
Gist questions
Choose true or false:
Detail questions
Choose the correct answer:
1. What does Leo buy at Bonfire Night?
a) Hot chocolate and food b) Clothes and shoes c) Books and games4. What is the history behind Bonfire Night?
a) It started after the Gunpowder Plot in 1605 b) It celebrates the Queen’s birthday c) It marks the end of summerTrain your ear
Listen for words
Listen 1
Listen and write the words you hear.
It’s on the every year.
Listen 2
Listen and write the words you hear.
The Bonfire Night is the fireworks.
Listen 3
Listen and write the words you hear.
Everyone .
Listen 4
Listen and write the words you hear.
but it’s important tradition.
Listen 5
Listen and write the words you hear.
I have every year!
Dictation
Listen to Leo and write down what he says in the box below. Then, check what you wrote. Any mistakes you make will be in blue.
Listen and read!
Read the transcript of the speaker talking and listen at the same time. Click on any part of the text to listen again.
