This A2 English listening lesson is for beginners and pre-intermediate learners.
Emily is describing her favourite room in her house. She also says why she likes this room.
- 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 Emily’s story about her favourite room.
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:
2. What does Emily keep on the small bookshelf?
a) DVDs and candles b) Games and mugs c) Books and plants5. How does Emily make the room feel warm in the evening?
a) She lights a fire b) She adds more cushions c) She turns on small lightsTrain your ear
Listen for words
Listen 1
Listen and write the words you hear.
The walls are light, and I’ve got some pictures .
Listen 2
Listen and write the words you hear.
in the corner.
Listen 3
Listen and write the words you hear.
I my tea or some candles on it.
Listen 4
Listen and write the words you hear.
I love this room because relaxing.
Listen 5
Listen and write the words you hear.
We and talk.
Dictation
Listen to Emily and write down what she 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.
