A1 English Reading: Text Messages (Beginner English)

A1 English Reading Practice: Text Messages

Level: beginner (A1)

This beginner English reading text is meant for A1 learners who already have a little vocabulary.

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: Text Messages

Hi, Mia.

Hey, Tom. What's up?

Are you free for lunch today?

Sure! Where?

How about Bob's Burgers?

I like burgers, but I had a big breakfast.

Do they have soups and salads?

Yes, they do.

Are they good?

Their vegetable soup is very good.

Their salads are good, too.

Not too salty.

Okay. What time do you want to meet?

Are you free at noon?

Sorry. I have class until 12:30. Is 1 o'clock okay?

1 is good. See you then.

See you!

Have a good morning!

Thanks! You too.

Comprehension Questions

1. What does "What's up?" mean?

   a) What is happening?

   b) How is the weather?

   c) Are you serious?

2. Why is Tom texting Mia?

   a) He wants to have breakfast with her.

   b) He wants to have lunch with her.

   c) He wants to study with her.

3. Does Mia want a burger?

   a) Yes, she does.

   b) No, she doesn't.

4. Why does Tom like the soup and salad at Bob's Burgers?

   a) They don't have a lot of salt.

   b) The prices are good.

   c) They are salty.

5. Is Mia free for lunch at noon?

   a) Yes, she is.

   b) No, she isn't.

6. What time does Mia finish class?

   a) Noon.

   b) 12:30 p.m.

   c) 1 o'clock.

Answers

1. a

2. b

3. b

4. a

5. b

6. b

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