B1 Listening: Health and Lifestyle Topics

1. A person describes their diet as 'balanced and varied.' What does this suggest?

They eat different food groups in appropriate proportions

They eat the same meal every day

They follow a strict calorie limit

They eat only organic products

2. If a speaker says they 'reduced their screen time before bed,' what sleep issue are they likely addressing?

Excessive dreaming

Sleep disruption from blue light exposure

Oversleeping

Sleepwalking

3. A person mentions 'cycling to work for fitness.' What dual benefit are they achieving?

Transportation and exercise

Saving money only

Avoiding traffic only

Social interaction only

4. When someone says they are 'taking vitamins daily,' what are they doing?

Treating a disease

Supplementing their nutrient intake

Replacing meals

Losing weight

5. A listener hears, 'I meditate for twenty minutes each morning.' What wellness practice are they describing?

A form of exercise

A mindfulness and relaxation technique

A medical treatment

A social activity

6. If a speaker mentions 'mental health awareness,' what are they prioritizing?

Physical fitness only

Emotional and psychological well-being

Career advancement

Social media presence

7. A person says, 'I switched to a Mediterranean diet.' What does this typically involve?

Eating only fruits and vegetables

High consumption of olive oil, fish, and fresh produce

Eliminating all carbohydrates

Eating Italian food exclusively

8. When someone mentions 'getting enough sleep,' approximately how many hours are typically recommended?

Four to five hours

Six to seven hours

Seven to nine hours

Ten to twelve hours

9. A listener hears, 'I'm trying to quit smoking.' What lifestyle change are they attempting?

Reducing caffeine intake

Stopping tobacco use

Exercising more

Eating healthier foods

10. If a speaker says they 'work out regularly,' how often are they exercising?

Once a year

Occasionally, with no set pattern

At consistent, frequent intervals

Only during summer

11. A person says, 'I try to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day.' What does this indicate about their approach to health?

They follow a balanced diet

They are on a strict diet

They only eat vegetables

They avoid processed foods entirely

12. When someone says they 'avoid junk food,' what type of food are they excluding?

Expensive food

High-calorie, low-nutrition food

Foreign cuisine

Homemade meals

13. A speaker mentions 'practicing yoga for stress relief.' What benefit are they seeking?

Building muscle strength

Losing weight quickly

Reducing tension and anxiety

Improving flexibility only

14. If someone says they are 'watching their weight,' what are they doing?

Monitoring their body composition

Avoiding scales

Gaining muscle mass

Eating unlimited portions

15. A listener hears, 'I struggle with my sleep schedule.' What problem is being described?

Difficulty falling or staying asleep

Working night shifts

Having nightmares

Sleeping too much

16. When a speaker mentions 'staying hydrated,' what are they emphasizing?

Swimming regularly

Drinking enough water

Taking a shower daily

Using moisturizer on skin

17. A person describes their morning routine as 'a quick jog followed by a healthy breakfast.' What does this reflect?

A sedentary lifestyle

A health-conscious routine

An irregular schedule

A rushed morning without time for exercise

18. If someone says they 'cut back on sugar,' what lifestyle change are they making?

They stopped eating all sweets

They reduced their sugar intake

They switched to artificial sweeteners

They eliminated desserts from their diet

19. A speaker mentions 'hitting the gym' three times a week. What activity are they describing?

Going to school

Working at a fitness center

Exercising at a health facility

Attending gymnastics classes

20. When someone says they are 'feeling under the weather,' what do they mean?

They are outside in bad weather

They feel slightly ill or unwell

They are depressed about the climate

They need to go outside for fresh air

B1 Preliminary Listening Health and Lifestyle Topics Quiz