A Birthday Surprise

A1 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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1

What does Anna make for breakfast?

a.
Toast and orange juice
b.
Cake and milk
c.
Soup and tea
2

Where does Anna take the breakfast?

a.
To the garden
b.
To her mom's bedroom
c.
To school
3

How does Mom feel when she wakes up?

a.
Sad
b.
Angry
c.
Happy
4

What gift does Anna give to her mom?

a.
A book
b.
A necklace
c.
A flower
5

Where do Anna and her mom go after breakfast?

a.
To the park
b.
To the shop
c.
To the library
Anna wakes up early. Today is her mom's birthday. She wants to surprise her mom. Anna goes to the kitchen. She makes toast and orange juice. Anna puts everything on a tray. She carries the tray to her mom's bedroom. Mom is still sleeping. Anna quietly walks into the room. "Happy birthday, Mom!" Anna says. Mom wakes up. She smiles at Anna. "What a lovely surprise!" Mom says. They eat breakfast together. Mom hugs Anna. They both feel happy. Later, they go to the park. It is sunny and warm. They walk and talk together. They sit on a bench. Anna gives her mom a small gift. Mom opens it and sees a necklace. Mom smiles again. "This is perfect," Mom says. Anna feels proud. It is a very nice birthday.
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