B1 • Listening

Road Safety

Listen to a radio interview about things that can distract drivers.

Before listening

Look at the featured image on this page. What kinds of things can distract drivers? Which do you think are the most dangerous?

This is a warm-up. There are no right or wrong answers.

1. Listen for the main idea

Listen and choose the best answer.

What is the programme mainly about?

A. How to become a better driver B. Things that can distract drivers C. The latest changes to road laws

2. Listen again: put the risks in order

Listen again. Number the distractions from 1 to 8.

3. Match each risk to its explanation

Listen once more and choose the correct explanation for each distraction.

4. The main message

Choose the best answer.

What does the interview suggest about the dangers of driving distractions?

A. Distractions are dangerous mainly when drivers use electronic devices. B. Everyday actions and emotions can affect driving, even when drivers don’t notice the danger. C. Most accidents happen because drivers don’t know the rules of the road.