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Practice Listening English Exercises for A2 – Gifts

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Practice A2 (Elementary) English listening with "Practice Listening English Exercises for A2 – Gifts". 7 audio comprehension exercises with instant answers. Free, no signup.

1. Listening English Exercises for A2

birthdaysto say “Thank you”weddingsgraduation when someone has a babyMother’s Day / Father’s Dayholidaysother: ……………………….

2. Listening 1 What gift does each person decide to buy? Listen and number the pictures.

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3. Listening 2 Task 1 People are discussing gifts in a store. Listen and check (✓) their opinions about each item.

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  • 1)
    Necklace
  • 2)
    Shirt
  • 3)
    Glasses
  • 4)
    Jacket
GoodOkayNot good
the style
the color
the size
GoodOkayNot good
the style
the color
the size
GoodOkayNot good
the style
the color
the size
GoodOkayNot good
the style
the color
the size

4. Listen again. Do the people buy the items? Check (✓) the correct answer.

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  • 1)
    yes
  • ◻ no
  • 2)
    yes
  • ◻ no
  • 3)
    yes
  • ◻ no
  • 4)
    yes
  • ◻ no

5. Listening 3 Task 1 Salesclerks are describing gifts in a store. Listen and circle the correct information about each item.

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  • 1)
    The chocolates .
  • a make a good souvenir
  • b are imported
  • c come in two kinds
  • 2)
    The candles .
  • a come four to a box
  • b are already gift-wrapped
  • c comes in two different sizes
  • 3)
    The T-shirts .
  • a are popular with teenagers
  • b come in four styles
  • c come in four sizes
  • 4)
    The watches .
  • a have bands made in Japan
  • b come in many sizes
  • c all lock different

6. Listen again. What phrase completes each statement? Write the correct letter.

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 The chocolates …… The candles …… The T-shirts …… The watches …… are made from natural ingredients. aren’t right for everyone. fit anyone. are made from cotton.

7. Listen to the conversation. Write the missing words.

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  • A: I’m going shopping. Do you want to come with me?
  • B: Yes. I have to buy birthday presents for the twins, and .
  • A: Oh, that reminds me! We have to get some graduation presents.
  • B: Right. We need something for .
  • A: And is graduating, too. We need a present for him.
  • B: Okay. And as long as we’re out, why don’t we get the wedding present?
  • A: You mean for and ? Good idea!

How to Practice

  1. 1Read each question carefully
  2. 2Write your answer or select the correct option
  3. 3Click 'Show Answer' to check your work
  4. 4Review any mistakes and try similar exercises
  5. 5Move to the next exercise when ready

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