General Listening Quiz

1. What do you usually do on weekends?
2. How do you invite friends to join your activities?
3. Do you prefer quiet weekends at home or active weekends outside?
4. Have you ever gone hiking or done something new with friends?

1. 1. Weekends are for relaxing, not for doing more activities.
   2. Hiking is one of the best ways to spend time with friends.
   3. It’s always more fun to invite others to join your plans.
   4. Weekends should be used for family time, not friends.
   5. Planning activities ahead of time is better than being spontaneous.
   6. The more people you invite, the more exciting the activity becomes.
   7. Outdoor activities are better than indoor ones on weekends.
   8. Everyone should try something new with friends at least once a month.
   9. Saying “no” to a friend’s invitation can be difficult.
   10. Friends who plan activities are better at keeping friendships strong.

“the more, the merrier” = the more people, the better the activity
“Liam told Sophia she could bring her cousin because the more, the merrier.”

“hang out” = spend time together in a relaxed way
“Sophia usually hangs out with her friends at home on weekends.”

Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

1. Do you usually make weekend plans in advance or at the last minute?
2. What’s the best invitation you’ve received from a friend?
3. How do you usually respond if you don’t want to join an activity?
4. What’s an activity you would like to invite friends to do with you?

Research how people in different countries spend their weekends:

• What activities are most popular among friends?
• Do people usually invite friends to outdoor or indoor activities?
• Are weekends more for family, friends, or personal time?