Shopping for a Gift

A2 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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1

Who went to the shopping mall with Daniel?

a.
His dad
b.
His mom
c.
His friend
2

What did Daniel want to buy?

a.
A birthday gift
b.
A cake
c.
New shoes
3

Why did Daniel not buy toys?

a.
They were too expensive
b.
Anna was too old for toys
c.
The store was closed
4

What did Daniel finally choose as a gift?

a.
A book
b.
A bracelet
c.
A toy
5

How did Anna feel when she got the gift?

a.
She was angry
b.
She was sad
c.
She was happy
Daniel wanted to buy a birthday gift for his sister, Anna. He went to the shopping mall with his mom. First, they looked at toys, but Anna was too old for toys. Then, they checked books, but she had many books already. Finally, Daniel saw a pretty bracelet. “This is perfect,” he said. They bought the bracelet and wrapped it nicely. On Anna’s birthday, she opened the gift and smiled. “I love it,” she said. Daniel felt very happy because his sister liked his present.
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