At the Zoo

A1 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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Choose the correct option to complete the At the Zoo below.
1

Who goes to the zoo?

a.
Two friends
b.
A brother and sister with their mom
c.
A teacher and students
2

What animal does Nina like?

a.
Monkeys
b.
Lions
c.
Elephants
3

Why does Alex feel sad?

a.
He is hungry
b.
He drops his ice cream
c.
He does not like the zoo
4

What flavor ice cream does Alex choose?

a.
Strawberry
b.
Chocolate
c.
Vanilla
5

How do Nina and Alex feel at the end of the day?

a.
Angry
b.
Tired but happy
c.
Bored
Nina and her brother, Alex, visit the zoo with their mom. They see lions, monkeys, and elephants. Nina likes the monkeys. Alex likes the lions. Mom buys them ice cream. Nina chooses strawberry. Alex chooses chocolate. They sit and eat ice cream together. Suddenly, Alex drops his ice cream on the ground. He feels sad. Nina shares her ice cream with Alex. Alex smiles again. "Thank you, Nina," Alex says. Later, they watch the elephants eat lunch. The elephants eat slowly. Nina and Alex laugh happily. Mom takes lots of photos. Nina and Alex feel tired but happy. They enjoyed their day at the zoo very much.
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