Summative listening xii.3

What is the main focus of the text?

• The history of school canteens

• The benefits of eating snacks at school

• The comparison between buying snacks and bringing lunch

• How to prepare meals at home

What is one advantage of buying snacks at school?

• Snacks are always healthy

• It saves time for students

• It ensures balanced meals

• It is more cost-effective

Why can buying snacks at school be a disadvantage?

• It offers a wide range of options

• It is time-consuming

• It can be expensive in the long run

• It ensures food is safe

What is one benefit of bringing lunch from home?

• It is always more delicious than school snacks

• It provides variety and convenience

• Parents can control the ingredients for a balanced meal

• Students don’t have to prepare it themselves

According to the text, what is a drawback of home-packed meals?

• They are less nutritious than school snacks

• Preparing them can take a lot of time

• They are more expensive than school snacks

• They are usually unhealthy

What does the text suggest as a balanced solution?

• Only buying snacks every day

• Only bringing lunch from home every day

• Mixing both options—bringing lunch most days and buying snacks occasionally

• Not eating at school at all

What can parents ensure by preparing lunches at home?

• Students save money

• Students eat healthier and safer meals

• Students enjoy a variety of food

• Students eat faster

Why might students prefer buying snacks at school?

• They are more cost-effective

• Snacks are always healthy

• They find school snacks more appealing

• They don’t like home-packed lunches

What does the text say about the health impact of most school snacks?

• They are always balanced

• They are high in sugar, salt, or fat

• They are recommended for students

• They are affordable and nutritious

What is the primary factor influencing the choice between snacks and home-packed lunches?

• Peer pressure

• Time, nutrition, and cost

• Food availability

• Taste preferences