Anna and Maria had been best friends since childhood. They grew up on the same street and went to the same school. They shared everything - secrets, dreams, and laughter. But one day, Maria received important news. Her family was moving to another country for her father's work. Maria felt scared and excited at the same time. She did not know how to tell Anna. Finally, she called her best friend. 'I have something important to tell you,' Maria said. Anna heard the sadness in her voice. 'My family is moving to Canada next month,' Maria explained. There was silence on the phone. Anna felt her heart break into pieces. 'But we will always be friends,' Maria added quickly. 'I know,' Anna replied, 'but it won't be the same.' The weeks before the departure passed too quickly. The two friends spent every moment together. They looked at old photos and remembered happy times. They laughed about their childhood adventures. One time, they had built a secret fort in the garden. Another time, they had gotten lost in the forest. They had always found their way back together. Anna made a scrapbook full of memories for Maria. Maria gave Anna her favorite necklace. 'Keep this and think of me,' Maria said. The day of goodbye finally arrived. Maria's family packed the car with suitcases and boxes. The house looked empty and strange without furniture. Anna stood on the street, holding back tears. The two friends hugged for a long time. 'I will write to you every week,' Maria promised. 'And I will call you every Sunday,' Anna added. 'Maybe you can visit me in Canada one day,' Maria suggested. Anna smiled through her tears. 'I will save money for a plane ticket,' she said. Maria's mother called her to the car. It was time to go. Maria walked slowly to the car. She turned around one last time and waved. Anna waved back until the car disappeared around the corner. Then she walked home alone. Her room felt empty without Maria's laughter. But the next morning, she found a letter under her pillow. Maria had written it secretly the night before. 'Dear Anna,' the letter began. 'Distance cannot break our friendship.' 'True friends stay connected in their hearts forever.' 'Thank you for the best years of my life.' Anna read the letter three times and smiled. Even though Maria was far away, their friendship would last forever.
English Story (A2)Saying Goodbye
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About this story
Anna and Maria have been best friends since childhood, sharing everything from secrets to adventures. When Maria's family announces they are moving to Canada, both girls are heartbroken. They spend their remaining weeks together looking at photos and remembering happy times. Anna makes Maria a scrapbook, and Maria gives Anna her favorite necklace. On the day of departure, they promise to write and call each other regularly. After Maria leaves, Anna finds a secret letter under her pillow with a touching message about how true friendship lasts forever, no matter the distance.
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Comprehension Questions
4 questions
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Why was Maria's family moving away?
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What farewell gift did Anna make for Maria?
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What did Maria give Anna before leaving?
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Where did Anna find the secret letter Maria had written for her?
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