Reading Practice: A1 Level – A Day at the Market

Get Ready for a Lively Reading Adventure at the Market!

Today’s story is about spending a wonderful day at the market. Can you imagine the vibrant stalls, the fresh fruits, and the cheerful voices all around? Let’s dive into this story and learn new words as we read!
Listen to the story and repeat aloud to improve your pronunciation!

Story: A Day at the Market

Today, I go to the market early in the morning. The market is bright and full of energy. I see many colorful stalls selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The air smells sweet and inviting.

I walk slowly along the busy paths and greet the friendly sellers. I admire the shiny red apples, yellow bananas, and juicy oranges. There are baskets full of tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots. Each stall has its own special charm, and I can hear happy voices all around.

At one stall, I meet my friend Maria. She loves the bright red roses and sunny yellow daisies. We chat happily about our favorite fruits and flowers. Maria even shows me a new fruit called a kiwi. I have never seen it before, and I am very curious.

Next, I visit a stall that sells handmade crafts and toys. There are colorful bracelets, small dolls, and fun little toys. I smile as I see children laughing and playing with these treasures. The market has something exciting for everyone, young and old.

I decide to buy some fruits and vegetables. I choose a big red apple, a bunch of bananas, and a bright orange. I also pick up fresh carrots and a small bag of grapes. The seller smiles and says, “Thank you!” as I pay for my items. My bag feels full and my heart feels happy.

After shopping, I take a break at a small café inside the market. I sit on a bench outside and enjoy a warm cup of tea. The gentle breeze and soft music create a perfect moment to relax. I watch people walking by and listen to friendly chatter, feeling calm and joyful.

Before leaving, I visit one more stall where a kind old man sells homemade bread and pastries. I buy a loaf of bread and a small pastry. The aroma of fresh baking fills the air and makes me smile. This sweet smell is the perfect ending to my market adventure.

A day at the market is not just about shopping—it is an adventure full of colors, sounds, and smiles. I leave the market with a bag full of fresh treasures and a heart full of happy memories.

Vocabulary Boost

  • Market: A place where people buy and sell goods.
  • Stall: A small shop in a market.
  • Fruit: Sweet food that grows on trees and plants.
  • Vegetable: Edible plants or parts of plants.
  • Fresh: New and recently picked.
  • Seller: A person who sells items.
  • Buy: To get something by paying money.
  • Colorful: Full of bright colors.
  • Charming: Pleasant and attractive.
  • Baskets: Containers used for carrying items.
  • Bustling: Very busy and lively.
  • Greet: To say hello to someone.
  • Aroma: A pleasant smell.
  • Handmade: Made by hand, not by machine.
  • Curious: Wanting to know or learn something.

Reading Comprehension Exercises:

Exercise 1 – Choose the correct meaning

1. market

2. stall

3. colorful

4. aroma

5. curious

Exercise 2 – Choose the correct answer

1. When does the narrator go to the market?

2. Which new fruit does Maria show the narrator?

3. What drink does the narrator enjoy at the café?

4. What smell fills the air at the last stall?

5. How does the narrator feel when leaving the market?

Exercise 3 – Choose the correct word to complete each sentence

1. The market is ______ and full of energy.

2. I greet the friendly ______.

3. Maria loves bright red ______.

4. I buy a big red ______.

5. I relax with a cup of ______.

Exercise 4 – Decide if the statement is True, False, or Not in the story

1. The market has stalls that sell flowers.

2. The narrator buys strawberries.

3. Children laugh and play with toys at the craft stall.

4. The narrator drinks coffee at the café.

5. The narrator visits a cheese stall.

Exercise 5 – Choose the correct verb form

1. I ______ along the busy paths.

2. I ______ a loaf of bread before leaving.

3. The seller ______ and says, “Thank you!”

4. People ______ happily around the stalls.

5. I can’t wait to ______ the market again.

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