English Listening Comprehension Beta
You can easily practice and take simple tests to improve your comprehension and listening skills involved in the English language. The best way to do this is to speak regularly with native English speaking people, but not everyone has access to people who speak English well. There is a reliable alternative that will lead you quickly into success:
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We offer online audio exercises that you can listen to in the comfort of your own home or on your phone. You will not need a partner, and that means that you can practice whenever and wherever you would like. You will listen to spoken text in English and then answer questions about what you heard to find out if you clearly understood the words.
How to Practice Your Listening Skills in English
- Choose an exercise text. There are many to choose from, and there are different levels of difficulty.
- Practice the pronunciation of your choice: Listen to files in American English or British English.
- You can choose a voice and accent for the speaker.
- Listen to the spoken text and think about what it means.
- Answer the comprehension questions and get immediate feed-back on how you did.
Listening Score
English
Texts completed0 of 173
Points earned0 of 1,730
The Listening Score shows how much of the listening section you have already worked through. Every text counts the same, whatever its length — 100% means every text answered without a mistake.
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Popular listening texts from easy to more challenging - pick one that suits you. Once you have finished your first texts, you will get recommendations that match your level.
David is planning a VacationPopularPlanning family vacations in the mountainsA2Not trained-I Love My FamilyPopularThere are a lot of us, and we live in a big houseA2Not trained-Caught in a RainstormPopularIt rains every time you go for a walkB1Not trained-Fall is my favorite SeasonI love fall weatherB1Not trained-Getting in ShapeI need to exercise to get in shapeB1Not trained-A Job at a RetailerI help people find what they needB2Not trained-
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Practise listening comprehension — sort the library the way you prefer.
Activities8Adventure4Animals5Articles1Birthday4Business & Economy2Career2Christmas6Clothes1Colors1Cooking3Countries1Culture1Daily routine4Doctor1Education4Environment1Everyday situations2Family4Famous people5Food5Friendship5Furniture & household2Health2History4Hobbies3Holidays1House1Moving house1Music2My city2Pets10Politics2Professions4Relationships1School6Science6Seasons5Shopping5Special day12Sports3Stories16Transport1Travelling8Weather3Winter1Work2
October 2026
The noise complaint during my online meetingPopularPremiumWhen home distractions strike, can you keep cool?A2-A day hiking with my dad in autumnPopularPremiumDiscover peaceful moments and small surprises in nature.B1-Missing the exit on the highwayPopularPremiumSometimes wrong turns lead to unexpected good moments.B1-The day I broke my favorite mugPopularPremiumHow can a shattered mug spark something new?B1-
September 2026
When I got locked out of my apartmentPopularPremiumCould you handle being locked out without your phone?A2-A day spent searching for a lost dogPopularPremiumHow far would you go to help a friend?B1-A surprising substitute teacherPopularPremiumDiscover how an unexpected twist changed everything.B2-A helpful stranger after a missed busPopularPremiumHow can a stranger turn your whole day around?B1-
August 2026
Taking care of pets in hot weatherPopularPremiumSimple ways to keep your pets cool this summerA2-A busy morning at a marketPopularPremiumDiscover sights, sounds, and tastes around every corner!B2-My unexpected job interview on a busPremiumA missed stop turns a commute into opportunity.B1-An accidental encounter at the train stationPremiumA small act turned travel trouble into friendship.B1-
July 2026
A bicycle ride to an old villagePopularPremiumDiscover hidden treasures just a short ride away.B1-A delayed flight and a new friendshipPopularPremiumHow can a long wait turn into friendship?B1-The day my new shoes caused a problemPremiumHow do new kicks turn city strolls into regrets?B1-A surprising visitor at my windowPremiumWhat would you do if a squirrel knocked?B1-
June 2026
A surprise guest at my family picnicPremiumA surprise visitor turned our picnic into adventure.B1-Lost glasses at the swimming poolPremiumEver lost something important while having fun?B1-A rainy hike with unexpected challengesPremiumWho knew getting soaked could be so fun?B1-Learning to play a new musical instrumentPremiumFind out how small steps can spark big changes.B2-
May 2026
A confusing morning at the bakeryPopularPremiumWould you forget your favorite treat under pressure?B1-A lesson learned from missing my trainPremiumMissed trains can lead to unexpected adventures together.B1-A curious incident at the laundromatPremiumHow can a lost sock change your whole day?B1-An unusual night at the train crossingPremiumWhen a routine night suddenly turns into a story.B1-
April 2026
A birthday dinner interrupted by a fire drillPopularPremiumAn unexpected event turned dinner into a true adventure!B1-A forgotten wallet at the train stationPremiumWould you trust strangers to return something important?B1-When my dog discovered a hidden parkPremiumWhat hidden spots are waiting just steps away?B1-An unexpected role in the school playPremiumWhat would you do if sudden spotlight found you?B1-
March 2026
Simple ways to enjoy nature in springPremiumDiscover easy ways to feel happy outdoors today.B1-A simple walk in the spring forestPremiumFind out why forest walks feel magical now.B1-The day my suitcase went to ParisPremiumCould your suitcase enjoy an adventure without you?B1-An unusual mistake at my local pharmacyPremiumCould a simple mix-up put your health at risk?B1-
February 2026
When I helped my neighbor with her catPremiumHow one small favor turned into sweet friendshipB1-The mystery of the missing library bookPremiumEver lost something you were sure you packed?B1-An unexpected rainstorm changed my city walkPremiumWhen the sky surprises you, strangers become friends.B1-The time I forgot my umbrellaPremiumWhy does rain always find you unprepared?B1-
January 2026
Working from home for the first timePremiumSmall changes helped me feel happy working remotely.B2-Arriving late to an important job interviewPremiumWould you stay calm when everything goes wrong?B1-The challenges and rewards of volunteering abroadPremiumCould you handle life far from your comfort zone?B2-The puzzle of the missing house keysPremiumEver lost something while cleaning and panicked, too?B2-
December 2025
A Christmas market with an unexpected twistPremiumUnexpected holiday surprises made this night unforgettable.B1-My unexpected Christmas Eve in the hospitalPremiumSometimes the most chaotic nights bring you closer.B1-A surprising New Year’s Eve snowfallPremiumWhen a winter surprise turns your party unforgettable.B1-Mixed-up Christmas giftsPremiumWhen surprises mix up, laughter finds its way.B1-A surprise Christmas visitor at breakfastPremiumWho knew a surprise guest could steal breakfast?B1-The Christmas tree that wouldn’t fitPremiumEver wrestled a tree into your living room?B1-
November 2025
Going shopping for clothes at a mallPopularPremiumFind food, friends, and fun all in one place.B1-Shopping for groceries with a parentPopularPremiumDiscover how a simple trip becomes a fun lesson.A2-Taking care of younger siblingsPremiumDiscover how helping at home makes you proud.A2-Celebrating with friendsPremiumMake every day extra special with your friends!B2-
October 2025
Helping mom cook dinnerPopularPremiumDiscover why making dinner together feels so special.A2-Walking to school with a neighborPremiumStart your mornings with friends, fun, and adventure.A2-Celebrating a birthday at homePremiumDiscover easy ways to make birthdays unforgettable.B1-Cleaning the house togetherPremiumTeamwork makes cleaning easy—and treats taste sweeter!B1-
September 2025
Making friends at schoolPopularPremiumFind out how making friends changes everything.A2-Having breakfast together as a familyPopularPremiumStart your day smiling, stories and laughter included!A2-Visiting a friend’s new housePopularPremiumDiscover how a simple visit brings friends closer.A2-Dealing with misunderstandings among friendsPremiumCan talking together really fix a big fight?B1-
August 2025
Going to the library with a friendPopularPremiumDiscover how reading with friends can be fun!A2-Getting ready for school in the morningPopularPremiumTurn hectic mornings into happy family moments together!A2-How to be a good friendPremiumHow can you make your friendships even stronger?B1-Visiting grandparentsPremiumDiscover why these family Sundays feel so special!A2-
November 2023
At the MuseumPremiumWill the giant fossils surprise you or Danielle more?B1-OppositesPremiumDiscover how surprises can make homework more fun!B1-
October 2023
Household appliancesPremiumDiscover how these handy machines make life simpler.B1-At the theaterPremiumWhat surprises wait as the curtains finally rise?B1-
September 2023
Colors of the rainbowPremiumWhich rainbow color makes you smile the most?B1-Out on a DatePremiumWill their first date be a perfect match?B1-
August 2023
Planning a MeetingPopularPremiumGet ready for a fun night out together!A2-Hiking in the WoodsPremiumDiscover what you should never forget when hiking.B1-
July 2023
HotelPopularPremiumWill his room surprise him or be expected?A2-I love my CityPopularPremiumFind out what makes this city feel like home.A2-
June 2023
TaxiPremiumHow fast can a taxi save your morning?B1-All about WeatherPremiumFind out which weather best fits your mood!B1-
March 2021
Best FriendsPopularPremiumA small invite led to ten years of fun.A2-Finding Miranda’s CatPopularPremiumA missing pet leads to an adorable surprise.A2-When I Fell Out of a TreePremiumWould you still climb after seeing a fall?A2-ChessPremiumCan you win a game that’s new to you?B1-The Eye DoctorPremiumWonder what all those eye exam machines really do?B1-Hot Air Balloon RidePremiumWould you try something new for love?B1-School PlayPremiumCan you follow your dreams without losing friends?B2-The Spelling BeePremiumWhy does finishing second sometimes feel like winning?B1-Ordering PizzaPremiumWill everyone agree on the pizza choices tonight?B1-Harriet Beecher StowePremiumFind out how one story changed a whole nation.B2-Porcupine QuillsPremiumWould you help an animal in trouble too?B2-Monster SprayPremiumCan a simple trick help you sleep better?B1-Wasp NestsPremiumDid you know insects can build paper homes?B2-Shadow PuppetsPremiumA small trick turns tears into laughter fast.B1-Betsy RossPremiumDiscover how a simple needle helped shape history.B2-
December 2020
Cooking for My GrandmotherPopularPremiumMaking Spanish food for my grandmaA2-Nurse JillPopularPremiumJill and her day as a nurseA2-Get to know the Roman EmpirePopularPremiumA bit of history: The Roman EmpireC1-Solar SystemPremiumLet's talk a little bit about the Solar SystemC1-Hobbies in the HousePremiumThe Smith family and their pastimesB1-Valentine's DayPremiumValentine's Day: its origins and current celebrationC1-Murder MysteriesPremiumThe mystery in movies and booksB2-A Day of School LifePremiumEthan would like to be...B1-A Day at the ZooPremiumI always have a good time at the zooB1-My Favorite HolidayPremiumThe best time of year is ChristmasB2-Working as a CashierPremiumI like customers to leave happyB1-Politics of the United StatesPremiumThe United States system of governmentC1-SalamandersPremiumA very interesting animalC1-Motivation as a Training CoachPremiumJim trains a group of studentsB2-A Picnic at the BeachPremiumI don't like the city very much, I prefer the beachB1-Starting a BusinessPremiumDoing business since I was littleB2-What to bring when CampingPremiumSome camping tipsB1-How to Learn Another LanguagePremiumLearning a language is not easy, but it can be doneB2-My Bad DayPremiumYesterday wasn't one of my best daysB1-Ginny's First Trip to the CircusPremiumGinny was very excited to be in the circusB1-Baking a CakePremiumMaking a tasty cake for my motherB1-Pizza ProblemsPremiumEveryone wants a different pizzaB1-What Is DNA?PremiumLet's learn about DNAC1-Lunchroom ProcedurePremiumEating in the school canteenB1-International TravelersPremiumMy dream is to travel and visit other countriesB1-Fall ColorsPremiumI love seeing the fall colorsB2-A Walk in the ParkPremiumAn entertaining walk through the parkB1-A Family VacationPremiumWe're going on Christmas vacationB2-Performing my daily Morning RoutinePremiumThis is what I do when I wake upB2-Tips for Adopting a DogPremiumWhat to consider when adopting a dogB2-Maine Coon CatsPremiumThe largest domestic cat everB2-Jessie's BirthdayPremiumJessie can't wait for her birthday partyB1-One Lucky DayPremiumI almost gave up, but I got what I wantedB2-Adventures Throughout the Open CityPremiumExploring hidden places in the cityB2-The Legend of King ArthurPremiumThe ideal king in both war and peaceB2-The Early History of PaperPremiumThe beginnings of writing on paperB2-Schrodinger's CatPremiumSchrödinger's cat, a thought experimentB2-Preparing for VacationPremiumWe still have a lot of things to prepareB1-The Dream VacationPremiumI can't believe I'm hereB1-Stamp Collecting is FunPremiumBetter to specialize in a type of seal or stampB2-Marco wants to Run for OfficePremiumMarcos would like to get involved in politicsB1-Looking for a new PetPremiumA new member of the familyB1-Henry FordPremiumCars for the working classB1-Facts about BatsPremiumDo you want to know something about bats?B2-Breaking StereotypesPremiumWe've created stereotypes throughout historyB2-Up for Work Before SunrisePremiumI work odd hoursB1-What Kind of Pet Should They Get?PremiumMy family has to decide what pet they wantB1-Safety While CampingPremiumHow to get ready to go campingB2-Sitting BullPremiumSitting Bull, leader of the tribeB2-Lost by the FarmsPremiumYou made the wrong freeway exitB1-A Legendary Musical ActPremiumOne of the most famous musical groups in historyB2-A Most Remote LocationPremiumRemote isolated islands in the PacificB2-Our Pets Gecko and ChameleonPremiumA few pets that are a little unusualB2-The Problem of HomeschoolingPremiumI'd rather go to school than study onlineB1-Portland, Oregon: The Rose CityPremiumOne of the most populous cities in AmericaB1-The Benefit of Online InstructionsPremiumWe're in the age of digital learningB2-Paper Making through the AgesPremiumPapermaking before and nowB2-Thomas EdisonPremiumDo you know who Thomas Edison was?B2-Wedding Photographs at DawnPremiumIt's better to take photos in the morningB2-Labrador RetrieversPremiumThe Labrador Retriever, the most popular dog in the worldB2-Heart AttacksPremiumHeart attack symptomsB2-Going to the BakeryPremiumI'm going to buy donuts for breakfastB2-A Sequence in Software DevelopmentPremiumLindsey works at home creating appsB2-Giving Back to Your EnvironmentPremiumWe should take more care of the environmentB2-Our inner Solar SystemPremiumSome things about our indoor Solar SystemB2-Waiting At The RegisterPremiumA long grocery store checkout lineB2-Tips for Painting a RoomPremiumThe new color will make a great impressionB2-The Missing AtlasPremiumI don't remember where I left the green bookB1-History of ChocolatePremiumDo you want to know where chocolate comes from?B2-Emily’s Backyard GardenPremiumPlanting some things in my gardenB2-A Standard Setup of DrumsPremiumArnold enjoys playing drumsB2-Ryan Doesn't Know What to DoPremiumSometimes it's difficult to make decisionsB1-The Little TurtlePremiumThe Tale of the Turtle and the HareB2-Otto and Tom's Weekly RitualPremiumLooking at the sky with a telescopeB2-
July 2020
David is planning a VacationPopularPlanning family vacations in the mountainsA2Not trained-PDFI Love My FamilyPopularThere are a lot of us, and we live in a big houseA2Not trained-PDFCaught in a RainstormPopularIt rains every time you go for a walkB1Not trained-PDFFall is my favorite SeasonI love fall weatherB1Not trained-PDFGetting in ShapeI need to exercise to get in shapeB1Not trained-PDFA Job at a RetailerI help people find what they needB2Not trained-PDFHow to learn a LanguageLearning a new language can be funB1Not trained-PDFBonnie and ClydeThe famous couple from the beginning of the centuryB2Not trained-PDFGoing to the StoreLately, you don't have time to go shoppingB2Not trained-PDFMarge Goes to the SupermarketMarge has to do this week's shoppingB2Not trained-PDF