B2 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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Choose the correct option to complete the The Delayed Train below.
1
Why did the train stop on the way?
a.
Because of bad weather
b.
Because there was an issue on the tracks
c.
Because the train ran out of fuel
2
What did most passengers do when the train stopped?
a.
They started to sleep
b.
They started to complain
c.
They left the train
3
How did Sophie feel when the train stopped?
a.
She was calm
b.
She was angry
c.
She was scared
4
What did Sophie do while waiting on the train?
a.
She ate lunch
b.
She read a book
c.
She rehearsed her presentation
5
Why was Sophie happy when she arrived at the conference?
a.
Because the conference was also delayed
b.
Because she met her friend
c.
Because she won a prize
