The GCSE Italian (Higher Tier) Listening exam evaluates comprehension skills through practical and cultural contexts. Themes include school life, healthy living, family dynamics, local festivals, helping the homeless, exercise benefits, online gaming, environmental opinions, wind turbines, university life, film festivals, holiday destinations, and career aspirations. Tasks require understanding detailed information, opinions, and situational dialogues in Italian, with responses in both English and Italian. Cultural elements highlight Italian traditions, societal issues, and environmental concerns, emphasizing linguistic accuracy and contextual understanding. Keywords: Italian language, listening comprehension, school life, family, environment, festivals, healthy living, gaming, career aspirations, societal issues.