Listening Exercise 7: A Day at the Park
Accent: American English
Level: Intermediate
1. Passage: A Relaxing Afternoon
“Central Park was filled with life on a sunny afternoon. Families spread out on picnic blankets, while children ran around playing tag. Nearby, a group of teenagers practiced their skateboarding tricks, and a musician played guitar under a tree. Sara had come to the park to read her favorite novel. She found a shady spot, sat down, and opened her book. The laughter of children and the sound of birds created a peaceful atmosphere. After an hour of reading, Sara joined her friends at a food truck, where they ordered lemonade and tacos. As the sun began to set, they walked around the lake, enjoying the golden glow on the water. Sara thought to herself, ‘This is the perfect way to end the day.'”
2. Questions
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Multiple Choice: What did Sara do first when she arrived at the park?
- A) Met her friends
- B) Found a shady spot to read
- C) Walked around the lake
- D) Played tag with children
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True/False: Sara played guitar in the park.
- True
- False
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Short Answer: What did Sara and her friends order at the food truck?
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Inference: Why might Sara describe the day as perfect?
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3. Post-Listening: Write a Summary
Summarize Sara’s day at the park in your own words. Use details from the passage.
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