A1 English Reading Practice – Page 2
A1BeginnerChoose a topic, answer the questions and check your result.
Reading practice tests
52 testsAn A1 reading about Maya’s friendly weekend club, its activities, schedule, and what the children enjoy.
Read a short email in which Sam arranges lunch, chooses food and drink, explains a food restriction, and suggests where to sit.
A short station notice gives simple information about a late train, its platform, and instructions for passengers.
An A1 reading about Mina finding her classroom by following signs and school directions, then noticing what she likes and dislikes.
Read about a new shop on King Street, including its products, opening hours, and Mia’s visit.
An A1 reading about a class trip to Green Farm, including the journey, farm animals, picnic, and afternoon activities.
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.
An invitation to Anna’s birthday party gives the day, time, place, guest request, food, and activities she likes and dislikes.
An A1 reading about a child’s school playground, favourite equipment, break-time activities, and feelings about different places and objects.
Read a short personal description of a favourite café, its food, setting, waiter, location, and the writer’s opinions.
A student describes an English class, classroom activities, personal preferences, and comparisons with math.
A short personal account of a child’s local park, including its peaceful setting, family activities, and reasons for liking it.
A short school text about a rabbit, fish, turtle, and their daily care.
Read about Mina’s new bedroom, her morning routine, and painting one wall with her brother.
Read a simple pool notice about swimming times, closing days, cleaning, a cafe, and visitors’ preferences. Decide whether each statement is true, fals...
A short story follows Anna and Tom as they visit a farm, feed and meet animals, pick apples, and enjoy their day.
Read about the people, jobs, products, routines, and preferences at the Community Café.
Read a school library notice about quiet behavior, borrowing books, library spaces, Friday closing time, and what Maya likes.
Read about Mia and Tom packing food and a blanket for a family picnic, then eating and playing in the park.
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.
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.
A1 English reading about a neighbour’s note to a child, with simple home details, a small request, and likes and dislikes.
An A1 reading about Mia’s Saturday visit to a market with her father, including shopping, food, flowers, and her likes and dislikes.
Read about Lily's first day at Oak School, including her teacher, classroom, recess activities, and feelings about returning.
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.
Choose a topic
Start with one area you have studied. Read the instructions and work through the complete context.
Try the questions
Answer independently before checking your result. Note any choices you were unsure about.
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.