First Day of School

A1 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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Choose the correct option to complete the First Day of School below.
1

Who goes to school with Leo in the morning?

a.
Lily
b.
Mom
c.
The teacher
2

How does Leo feel at first?

a.
Happy
b.
Nervous
c.
Angry
3

What do Leo and Lily do at lunchtime?

a.
They share food
b.
They read a book
c.
They go home
4

What do Leo and Lily do after lunch?

a.
They play games
b.
They sleep
c.
They draw pictures
5

How does Leo feel at the end of the day?

a.
Sad
b.
Tired
c.
Happy
It is Leo’s first day of school. He feels nervous. Mom holds his hand. They walk to school together. The teacher greets Leo warmly. "Welcome, Leo!" says Miss Brown. Leo sits next to a girl named Lily. Lily smiles at him. Leo feels better. They draw pictures and listen to a story. At lunchtime, Leo and Lily sit together. Leo shares his cookies. Lily shares her grapes. After lunch, they play games outside. Leo runs and laughs. He feels happy now. When Mom picks Leo up, he is smiling. "Did you have fun?" Mom asks. "Yes! School is great!" Leo says. He waves goodbye to Lily. Leo can't wait for tomorrow.
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