It is July and the weather is very hot. The sun shines bright in the blue sky. Maria wakes up early. She opens the window in her room. The air is already warm. 'It will be a hot day,' Maria thinks. Maria puts on a light dress. She eats breakfast with her family. They drink cold orange juice. Maria wants to go outside. Her mother says, 'Take a hat and water.' Maria takes her hat and a bottle of water. She walks to the park. The park has many big trees. The trees give nice shade. Maria sits under a tree and reads a book. She hears the birds singing. A butterfly flies near her. It is very beautiful. At noon, the heat is very strong. Maria drinks her water. She walks home for lunch. Her family eats cold salad and fruit. In the afternoon, Maria rests at home. She stays inside because it is too hot outside. In the evening, the air becomes cooler. Maria goes to the garden with her family. They enjoy the beautiful summer evening together.
English Story (A1)Summer Heat
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About this story
Maria spends a hot July day wisely. In the cool morning, she reads in the shaded park, listening to birds and watching butterflies. At noon, she returns home for cold food and rest. When evening brings cooler air, she enjoys the garden with her family.
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Comprehension Questions
3 questions
1
What did Maria's mother tell her to take before going outside?
2
What did Maria do in the park?
3
Why did Maria stay inside in the afternoon?
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