A1 English Reading: My Name is Billy (Beginner English)

A1 English Reading Practice: My Name is Billy

Level: beginner (A1)

This reading is ideal for English beginners.

Read the text and answer the comprehension questions. Listen to the audio to practice your listening and speaking skills.

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Level A1 Beginner English Reading Practice: My Name is Billy

Hi. My name is Billy. I'm fifteen years old, and I live in Montreal. I'm a high school student. I really like school because I can see my friends Thomas and Ben every day. We usually talk and play basketball at recess, but right now we can't play basketball outside because of the cold January weather.

My family and I live in a small apartment. It's old, but it's very comfortable. The location is good, too! We live close to a grocery store and a major subway station. We have a car, but we only use it when we have to go outside of the city. For example, in the summer, we usually drive to the Granby Zoo. I like the animals, but my favourite place in the zoo is the water park. It's called the Amazoo. You can swim, relax, and have fun there. I hope we can go again this summer.

In my free time, I like to read and play games on my computer. Sometimes, I play online with my friends, but I prefer to play alone. Do you want to know my favourite game? It's called Baldur's Gate 3. It's a great adventure game. Actually, I want to play it right now. Sorry! Bye!

Comprehension Questions

1. How old is Billy?

   a) 14

   b) 15

   c) 50

2. Why can't Billy play basketball outside right now?

   a) Because it's too hot.

   b) Because it's winter.

   c) Because he is tired.

3. Why doesn't Billy's family use their car in the city?

   a) It's an old car.

   b) They live close to a subway station.

   c) Gas is too expensive.

4. What does Billy like the most about the Granby Zoo?

   a) The animals.

   b) The food.

   c) The water park.

5. Does Billy prefer to play computer games with his friends or by himself?

   a) With his friends.

   b) By himself.

6. Why does Billy stop writing?

   a) He wants to play his video game.

   b) He is hungry.

   c) He wants to play basketball.

Answers

1. b

2. b

3. b

4. c

5. b

6. a

Note: This text was written by Alex, a human. It was not generated by AI.