Here’s an A1 English Short Story for beginners: (The Lost Dog) followed by questions. So basically read the story carefully and answer the quiz below.
Title: The Lost Dog
Once upon a time in a small town, there was a friendly dog named Max. Max loved to play in the park and go for walks with his owner, Lucy. One sunny afternoon, Max ran too far and got lost. Lucy was very worried. She searched for Max everywhere. Lucy called out, “Max! Where are you?” She looked behind the trees and asked people in the park if they had seen him. A kind man said, “I saw a dog running that way!” Lucy ran in that direction. After some time, she saw Max near a big bush. Max was happy to see Lucy! She hugged him tightly and said, “I was so worried!” They walked home together, and from that day, Lucy kept Max close when they went to the park.
A1 English Short Story Questions:
- What is the name of the dog?
- Who is Max’s owner?
- Where did Max get lost?
- How did Lucy feel when she found Max?
Read the story carefully and answer this quiz.
Tips for practicing A1 English Short Story for beginners:
Here’s a step-by-step approach to practice A1 English Short Story:
- Gather Materials: Find simple texts like children’s books, basic restaurant menus, street signs, short picture descriptions, or A1-level graded readers.
- Preview the Text: Before reading, look at any pictures or headings. What do you think the text will be about? This activates your prior knowledge.
- Read Slowly and Carefully: Focus on understanding individual words and short phrases. Don’t rush!
- Identify Familiar Words: Highlight or underline words you already know. This builds confidence.
- Use a Dictionary (Sparingly): If you can’t guess the meaning, look up the word in a dictionary or use an online translator. But try to guess first.
- Read Aloud: Reading aloud helps you connect the written word with its pronunciation.
- Focus on Key Information: Identify the main topic, people, places, and actions in the text.
- Answer Simple Questions: After reading, ask yourself basic questions like “Who?”, “What?”, “Where?”, and “When?”. If your material has comprehension questions, even better!
- Review and Reread: Reread the text a few times to solidify your understanding. Each time, you’ll likely notice something new.
- Keep it Consistent: Practice regularly, even if it’s just for 15-20 minutes a day. Consistency is key!
So Here You Are More A1 Reading Lessons:
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