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Reading a News Report

A2 (Elementary)Reading

Reading a News Report

Read a short local news report and find the facts. An A2 real-world reading text with key words and comprehension questions.

Reading a News Report
LevelA2 (Elementary)Words181Reading time2 min

Read this short news report from a local website. Then answer the questions.

New Park Opens in Town

Last Saturday, a new park opened in the centre of our town. Hundreds of people came to see it. The mayor cut a red ribbon at ten o’clock in the morning, and then children ran to play on the new equipment.

The park has a large playground, a small lake, and many trees and flowers. There is also a path for people who like to walk or run. The project took two years to finish and cost two million ringgit.

“This park is a gift for our children and families,” the mayor said. “It is a green place for everyone to enjoy.” The park is open every day from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Entry is free.

Key words
  • news report – a piece of writing that tells people about a recent event
  • mayor – the leader of a town or city
  • equipment – the things made for a special use (like in a playground)
  • entry – the act or right of going into a place

Check your understanding

Answer the questions below. You will see instantly if you are right.

1.What is the news report about?
"New Park Opens in Town."
2.When did the park open?
"Last Saturday, a new park opened."
3.Who opened the park?
"The mayor cut a red ribbon."
4.What is in the new park?
"a large playground, a small lake, and many trees and flowers ... a path."
5.How long did the project take?
"The project took two years to finish."
6.How much did the park cost?
"cost two million ringgit."
7.How much does it cost to enter the park?
"Entry is free."
8.What does "mayor" mean?
A mayor is the leader of a town or city.

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