A Note and a Shopping List
Read a note and a shopping list and find the details. An A1 real-world reading text with key words and questions.
LevelA1 (Beginner)Words89Reading time1 min
Sara’s mother is busy, so she leaves a note and a shopping list for Sara. Read them and answer the questions.
The note says:
Dear Sara,
Please go to the shop after school. Here is the list. Here is $20. Come home before six o’clock. Thank you!
Love, Mum
Shopping list:
| Item | How many |
|---|---|
| Bread | 1 |
| Eggs | 6 |
| Milk | 2 bottles |
| Apples | 4 |
| Rice | 1 bag |
Key words
- note – a short written message
- list – words or things written one under another
- shop – a place where you buy things
- before – earlier than a time
Check your understanding
Answer the questions below. You will see instantly if you are right.
1.Who writes the note?
"Love, Mum" – her mother writes it.
2.When must Sara go to the shop?
"Please go to the shop after school."
3.How much money does Sara have?
"Here is $20."
4.How many eggs must Sara buy?
The list says Eggs = 6.
5.How many bottles of milk?
The list says Milk = 2 bottles.
6.What time must Sara come home?
"Come home before six o'clock."
7.What does "list" mean?
A list is items written one under another.
8.How many apples are on the list?
The list says Apples = 4.
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