A Busy Morning

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

Why does Ethan feel worried in the morning?

a.
He lost his shoes.
b.
He wakes up late.
c.
He is hungry.
2

Who waits for Ethan at the bus stop?

a.
His mom
b.
His teacher
c.
Lucas
3

What does Ethan forget to bring?

a.
His backpack
b.
His pencil case
c.
His lunch
4

How does Ethan feel when Lucas gives him extra pencils?

a.
Angry
b.
Happy
c.
Tired
5

What lesson does Ethan learn?

a.
To get ready earlier
b.
To play more games
c.
To sleep in class
Ethan wakes up late. He feels worried. School starts soon. Ethan quickly puts on his clothes. He eats breakfast fast. Mom packs his lunch. Ethan runs to the bus stop. His friend, Lucas, waits there. "You're just in time," says Lucas. Ethan smiles and feels relieved. On the bus, Ethan and Lucas talk about school. Ethan checks his backpack. He forgets his pencil case! Ethan feels worried again. Lucas says, "Don't worry. I have extra pencils." Ethan thanks Lucas happily. At school, Ethan borrows Lucas’s pencils. Ethan learns to get ready earlier next time. He is glad Lucas helped him. Friends always help each other.
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