Sarah needs to go to the airport. Her flight is at 3 o'clock. She opens the Uber app on her phone. She types the airport address. The app shows three cars near her. The price is 25 dollars. Sarah clicks the button to order a car. The app says the driver is 5 minutes away. The driver's name is Marco. He drives a blue Toyota. Sarah takes her suitcase and goes outside. She waits on the sidewalk. A blue car comes down the street. Sarah checks the license plate. It matches the app. The driver stops and opens the window. 'Sarah?' he asks. 'Yes, that's me,' Sarah says. Marco helps her put the suitcase in the trunk. Sarah gets in the back seat. 'To the airport, right?' Marco asks. 'Yes, please,' Sarah answers. Marco starts driving. The traffic is light today. 'Where are you flying today?' Marco asks. 'I'm going to New York,' Sarah says. 'For a business meeting.' 'That sounds exciting,' Marco says. Sarah looks at her phone. The flight is on time. They arrive at the airport in 20 minutes. Marco stops at Terminal 2. He opens the trunk and gives Sarah her suitcase. 'Thank you for the ride,' Sarah says. 'Have a safe flight!' Marco says with a smile. Sarah rates the ride 5 stars on the app. She walks into the airport with her suitcase. The Uber ride was quick and easy.
English Story (A1)Uber Ride
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About this story
Sarah needs to get to the airport for her flight to New York. She opens the Uber app and orders a car. Driver Marco arrives in a blue Toyota and helps with her suitcase. During the ride, they chat about her business trip. They arrive at the airport in 20 minutes, and Sarah thanks Marco for the smooth ride before giving him 5 stars.
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Comprehension Questions
3 questions
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What color is Marco's car?
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How much does the Uber ride cost?
3
How many stars does Sarah give the ride?
Vocabulary
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