It is Sunday morning. Emma wakes up at nine o'clock. She wants to make brunch for her family. Emma goes to the kitchen. The kitchen is big and sunny. She opens the fridge. There are eggs, butter, and milk inside. Emma takes out six eggs. She also takes the butter and the milk. 'I will make pancakes,' Emma says. She gets a big bowl from the cupboard. She puts flour in the bowl. She adds a little sugar and salt. Then she cracks the eggs into the bowl. She pours in the milk slowly. Emma mixes everything together. The batter looks smooth and yellow. She heats a pan on the stove. She puts some butter in the pan. The butter melts and sizzles. Emma pours some batter into the pan. She waits for bubbles to appear. Then she flips the pancake. The pancake is golden brown. Emma puts the pancake on a plate. She makes many more pancakes. Now Emma wants to make eggs. She cracks two eggs into a clean pan. The eggs cook quickly. Emma's mother comes into the kitchen. 'Something smells delicious!' she says. 'I am making brunch,' Emma answers. Her mother smiles and helps her. Together they cut some fruit. They have strawberries and bananas. Emma's father and brother wake up. They come to the kitchen too. 'Wow, what a nice surprise!' her father says. The family sits at the table. Emma puts the pancakes in the middle. Everyone takes a pancake. They add fruit and syrup on top. 'These pancakes are amazing!' her brother says. Emma is happy that everyone likes the food. They eat and talk together. The brunch is a big success. 'Thank you, Emma,' her mother says. 'This was the best brunch ever!' Emma smiles proudly. She loves cooking for her family.
English Story (A1)Weekend Brunch
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About this story
Emma wakes up on Sunday and decides to make brunch for her family. She prepares pancakes, eggs, and fruit. Her mother helps her cut the strawberries and bananas. When the whole family gathers at the table, everyone enjoys the delicious meal and thanks Emma for the wonderful surprise.
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Comprehension Questions
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What did Emma decide to make for brunch?
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Who helped Emma cut the fruit?
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What did Emma's brother say about the pancakes?
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