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A1 English Reading Practice – Page 2

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Choose a topic, answer the questions and check your result.

Reading practice tests

52 tests

An A1 reading about Maya’s friendly weekend club, its activities, schedule, and what the children enjoy.

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Read a short email in which Sam arranges lunch, chooses food and drink, explains a food restriction, and suggests where to sit.

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A short station notice gives simple information about a late train, its platform, and instructions for passengers.

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An A1 reading about a class trip to Green Farm, including the journey, farm animals, picnic, and afternoon activities.

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An A1 reading practice about a message reporting a lost blue bag, with simple details about its contents, where to call, and the writer’s feelings.

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Read a short personal description of a favourite café, its food, setting, waiter, location, and the writer’s opinions.

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A student describes an English class, classroom activities, personal preferences, and comparisons with math.

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A short personal account of a child’s local park, including its peaceful setting, family activities, and reasons for liking it.

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Read a simple pool notice about swimming times, closing days, cleaning, a cafe, and visitors’ preferences. Decide whether each statement is true, fals...

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A short story follows Anna and Tom as they visit a farm, feed and meet animals, pick apples, and enjoy their day.

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Read about Mia and Tom packing food and a blanket for a family picnic, then eating and playing in the park.

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Read about Mia’s visits to a sports centre, including her Tuesday and Friday activities, her likes and dislikes, and what she does after each visit.

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Read about Ben's first bus journey to visit his aunt, including who waited with him, what he saw, and what he liked and disliked.

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An A1 reading about Mia’s Saturday visit to a market with her father, including shopping, food, flowers, and her likes and dislikes.

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How to practice A1 reading

Use short notices, menus, timetables and personal messages. Look for familiar words, names, prices and times before worrying about every unfamiliar word.

  1. Choose a topic

    Start with one area you have studied. Read the instructions and work through the complete context.

  2. Try the questions

    Answer independently before checking your result. Note any choices you were unsure about.

  3. Review and apply

    Review mistakes and available explanations. Use the language in a fresh example, then revisit the topic later.

Try it in your own English

Read a simple opening-hours notice and find when the place opens and closes.

Start here if you are learning basic English or need to rebuild your foundation. Work with short examples before moving to longer texts.

Frequently asked questions

Are these A1 reading tests official CEFR exams?

No. These focused exercises support beginner learning. A result reflects this practice set, not your ability in every English skill, and does not award an official CEFR qualification.

How many questions are in each test?

The question count is shown on each card. Sets vary by topic, so choose one that fits the time you have and read its instructions before starting.

What should I do after checking my result?

Review uncertain answers as well as mistakes. Check the relevant guide and any explanation provided, then try the study task on this page. A new example checks understanding better than memorising the previous answers.

Can I return to a test and practice again?

Yes. Return to the test page to begin another attempt. Try again after reviewing the topic, and combine these exercises with reading, listening and your own use of English rather than judging progress from one score.