How often do you...? – A1 English Listening Test

Summary

In this script, the speaker shares insights into their weekly routines and habits. They discuss shopping habits, typically grocery shopping on Mondays or Tuesdays to avoid weekend crowds. They also highlight their exercise routine, including running twice a week and playing football with friends every Friday. The speaker enjoys coffee daily but occasionally drinks tea on weekends. Family connections are important, with the speaker's mother calling frequently, and they dine out on weekends, often trying different cuisines. During the week, they opt for a nearby restaurant to save time on busy days.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker goes grocery shopping on Monday or Tuesday to buy fruits, vegetables, and food for the week, as it’s faster and less crowded.
• 😀 The speaker rarely goes shopping on weekends due to the crowds, preferring to shop during the start of the week.
• 😀 The speaker doesn’t buy clothes often but goes to a nearby mall on Saturday mornings when needed.
• 😀 The speaker runs twice a week for 40-50 minutes in a park near their house while listening to music.
• 😀 Every Friday, the speaker plays football with friends in the evening to relax after the week.
• 😀 The speaker drinks coffee every day before work and during their work break, preferring it over tea for its caffeine boost.
• 😀 The speaker has tea occasionally on weekends, about twice a month, but prefers coffee overall.
• 😀 The speaker’s mom frequently calls, sometimes twice a day, often to ask for help or inquire about her grandchildren.
• 😀 The speaker’s mom is retired and helps with school runs for the speaker's children three or four times a week.
• 😀 The speaker eats out with their family every weekend, typically on Saturday nights, trying different types of food, such as Italian and Asian cuisines.
• 😀 During the week, the speaker eats at a cheap restaurant near work twice a week, saving time on busy days.

Q & A

How often does the speaker go shopping for groceries?

The speaker goes shopping for groceries on Monday or Tuesday to buy fruit, vegetables, and food for the week.

Why does the speaker avoid shopping on weekends?

The speaker avoids shopping on weekends because there are too many people, and shopping on Monday or Tuesday is faster and easier.

How often does the speaker buy clothes, and where do they go?

The speaker rarely buys clothes, but when they need clothes, they go to a mall near their house on Saturday mornings.

How often does the speaker exercise, and what activities do they do?

The speaker goes running twice a week for 40 or 50 minutes in a big park near their house and plays football with friends every Friday evening.

What is the speaker's routine with running?

The speaker usually runs for 40 or 50 minutes in a park near their house, and they enjoy listening to music while running.

How often does the speaker drink tea, and when do they usually have it?

The speaker drinks tea on weekends, but not every weekend, maybe twice a month. They usually prefer coffee and have it every day before work and during their break.

How often does the speaker call their mom?

The speaker hardly ever calls their mom because she calls them, sometimes even twice a day to ask for help or discuss matters related to her grandchildren.

How does the speaker describe their mom's role with the grandchildren?

The speaker's mom is retired and helps by picking up their children from school three or four times a week.

How often does the speaker eat out, and with whom?

The speaker eats out every weekend with their family, usually on Saturday nights, trying different kinds of food like Italian or Asian cuisine.

Does the speaker eat out during the week, and if so, where?

Yes, the speaker eats out twice a week at a cheap restaurant near their work. It is convenient and saves time on busy days.