The Forgotten Homework

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

Why did James feel bad at school?

a.
He was hungry
b.
He forgot his homework
c.
He lost his backpack
2

What did James do after school?

a.
He played with friends
b.
He finished his homework
c.
He went to the park
3

Where did James put his homework after finishing it?

a.
In his backpack
b.
On his desk
c.
In the kitchen
4

What did the teacher say when James brought his homework the next day?

a.
“Try again tomorrow.”
b.
“Thank you for being responsible.”
c.
“You are late.”
5

What did James promise to do?

a.
Always wake up early
b.
Always check his bag before school
c.
Always help his friends
James woke up late and rushed to school. When the teacher asked for homework, James realized he forgot it at home. “I’m sorry, I left it on my desk,” he said. The teacher frowned and said, “You must bring it tomorrow.” James felt bad. After school, he finished the homework again and put it into his backpack right away. The next day, he showed it to the teacher. “Thank you for being responsible,” the teacher said. James smiled and promised to always check his bag before school.
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