ELPAC listening practice questions for grade 1
Short spoken passages played as recorded audio, with a transcript available, followed by questions.
These 22 questions are grouped by task type, one group at a time. Answer a question to see whether it was right and why. Nothing is timed and nothing is recorded.
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Listen to a Short Exchange
A two-turn exchange between two speakers, followed by a question about it.
Listen to Omar talk to his teacher, Ms. Reed. Then answer the question.
The Wet Paint
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Ms. Reed: Omar, do not sit at that table. The paint is still wet.
Omar: Where can I work?
Ms. Reed: Take the table by the window. The paint will be dry soon. I will call you then.
Omar: Okay. I will bring my markers.
Question 1 of 5
Choose the best answer.
Where will Omar work?
Listen to Nina talk to her teacher, Mr. Chan. Then answer the question.
The Lost Lunch Box
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Nina: Mr. Chan, I can't find my lunch box.
Mr. Chan: Did you look in the coat closet?
Nina: Yes. It's not there. It is red with white stars.
Mr. Chan: Let's check the lost and found box in the office. Come with me.
Question 2 of 5
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Where will Nina and Mr. Chan go next?
Listen to Leo and Zara talk at school. Then answer the question.
Rainy Day Recess
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Leo: Zara, it is raining. We can't go outside for recess.
Zara: Then let's play a game in the classroom.
Leo: I want to build with blocks.
Zara: Good idea. I will get the block bin. You can clear the rug.
Question 3 of 5
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What will Zara do?
Listen to Camila talk to her teacher, Mr. Chan. Then answer the question.
The Broken Pencil
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Camila: Mr. Chan, the tip of my pencil broke.
Mr. Chan: There are sharp pencils in the cup on my desk. You can take a green one.
Camila: Thank you. I will put my broken one in my pencil box.
Question 4 of 5
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What will Camila take from Mr. Chan's desk?
Listen to Jamal and Imani talk at school. Then answer the question.
The Glue Stick
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Jamal: Imani, can I use the glue stick after you?
Imani: I am done with it now. Here you go. Please put the cap back on when you finish.
Jamal: Okay. I will.
Question 5 of 5
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What does Imani ask Jamal to do?
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This is an independent study resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the California Department of Education or the official ELPAC program. All questions here are original practice material written to match the published task formats.