A2 English Listening Practice - Elementary School

The video explains the structure of elementary schools in the US, covering grades from first to sixth. It discusses the typical age for starting school, the role of kindergarten, and the teaching structure where one teacher usually handles all subjects. The video also contrasts grading systems in elementary and higher education levels, and highlights the importance of recess and lunch breaks, noting the quality of school meals.

At what age do most children in the US start first grade?

• Eight years old

• Seven years old

• Six years old

• Five years old

How many teachers do students typically have in elementary school from 1st to 5th grade?

• Four teachers

• Two teachers

• One teacher

• Three teachers

What is the minimum grade needed to pass a class in middle and high school in the US?

• D

• C

• B

• A

What is one of the most enjoyable parts of elementary school according to the narrator?

• Science experiments

• Math classes

• Art projects

• Recess and lunch breaks

What is a common complaint about school lunches in elementary schools?

• They are served too late

• They are not very tasty

• They are too expensive

• They are too healthy