How to Survive Kids’ Birthday parties

B2 Listening Test

Watch a video giving advice on how to survive children’s birthday parties. For every tip, 1 to 6, decide what it is about or what has been mentioned.

Listening comprehension test

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1Set the stage for your child

a.Make an effort to fulfil your children’s wishes

b.Children should be allowed to go to a fast food restaurant

c.Let your children know what you have planned

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2Set the budget

a.Tell your child how much you are going to spend

b.Save some extra money for contingencies

c.Try not to spend more than you can afford

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3Have a game plan

a.Plan in advance what entertainment there will be at the party

b.Don’t feel obliged to invite all the people you child wants to invite

c.Talk to your child about the party to avoid disappointment

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4Remember plan B

a.Talk to someone in case you may need their cooperation

b.Check the weather forecast if the party is outside

c.Take umbrellas or whatever necessary in case of rain

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5The cake and presents

a.It’s better to make your own cake if you have time

b.Be careful about the ingredients in the cake

c.Store-bought cakes are more convenient

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6Parents staying or not staying

a.It’s not a good idea to tell parents whether they should stay or not

b.You should encourage parents to stay, if possible

c.Children prefer their parents to be there

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