This A2 English listening lesson is for beginners and pre-intermediate learners.
Jade is talking about how she saves money when she goes shopping. Jade says where she prefers to shop and gives reasons for her choices. Listen to find out more!
- 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 Jade talk about where she likes to shop.
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. Why does Jade sometimes go to Noodol instead of Baggles?
a) It’s closer to her house b) It’s cheaper c) It has more parking2. Why does Jade take a shopping list?
a) So she doesn’t forget anything b) To save time in the shop c) To check prices3. What does Jade find annoying about online shopping?
a) The prices are high b) It takes too long c) She has to return clothes that don’t fit4. Why does Jade like shopping at markets?
a) They sell fresh food and gifts b) They’re quiet c) They are insideTrain your ear
Listen for words
Listen 1
Listen and write the words you hear.
It’s very .
Listen 2
Listen and write the words you hear.
It’s good prices.
Listen 3
Listen and write the words you hear.
I go to a shopping centre so I can .
Listen 4
Listen and write the words you hear.
Sometimes, a lower price.
Listen 5
Listen and write the words you hear.
It .
Dictation
Listen to Jade 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.
