Key Vocabulary
| Word | Definition | Usage (Sentence) |
|---|---|---|
| supermarket | A large store that sells food and household goods. | I’m going to the supermarket to buy some food. |
| list | A series of names or other items written down. | I made a list of things to do today. |
| A small bag sewn into clothing. | My keys are in my pocket. | |
| worried | Feeling anxious about problems. | She was worried because she was late. |
| wallet | A small case for holding money and cards. | He paid for the coffee from his wallet. |
| lost | Unable to be found. | I think my book is lost. |
| remember | To bring something back to your mind. | Please remember to close the door. |
| milk | A white liquid from cows that we drink. | I like to drink a glass of milk before bed. |
| bread | A food made of flour, water, and yeast. | We eat toast and jam on bread for breakfast. |
| apples | A round fruit with red or green skin. | An apple a day keeps the doctor away. |
| basket | A container used to hold or carry things. | She carried the food in a shopping basket. |
| chicken | A bird kept for its eggs or meat. | We are having roast chicken for dinner. |
| rice | Small white or brown grains used for food. | Many people in Brazil eat rice and beans. |
| cheese | A food made from milk. | I like to put cheese on my pasta. |
| confident | Feeling sure about yourself and your abilities. | He is confident he will pass the exam. |
| home | The place where you live. | I am tired and I want to go home. |
| sugar | A sweet substance used to make food sweet. | Do you take sugar in your tea? |
| chocolate | A sweet, brown food made from cacao seeds. | My daughter loves milk chocolate. |
| perfect | Without any mistakes or problems. | This is a perfect day for a picnic. |
| trip | A journey to a place and back again. | We went on a trip to the mountains. |
The Story
On Friday afternoon, Tom needed to go to the supermarket. His wife, Clara, was busy, so she gave him a long list of things to buy for the weekend. “Don’t forget anything!” she said with a smile. Tom put the paper list in his jacket pocket and left the house.
When he arrived at the big supermarket, he reached into his pocket for the list, but it was not there. He started to feel worried. He checked his other pockets and then his wallet, but he couldn’t find it. The little piece of paper was lost.
“Oh no,” he thought. Tom stood near the fruit and tried to remember what was on the list. He was sure they needed milk for their morning coffee and bread for sandwiches. He saw some nice red apples and thought, “Clara likes apples.” He put five of them into his shopping basket.
Next, he thought about dinner for that night. He remembered Clara wanted to make a special meal. He decided to buy some chicken and a bag of rice. He also got some nice yellow cheese because his son loves it for a snack. He started to feel more confident that he could remember most of the things.
When Tom got home, Clara helped him put the food away. “You did a good job,” she said, “but you forgot the sugar and the coffee.” Then she pulled out a big bar of chocolate from a bag. “But you remembered this!” she laughed. It wasn’t a perfect shopping trip, but everyone was happy.
Comprehension Quiz
Type the correct long-form answer (e.g., “Yes, it is” or “No, they are not”). You’ll get instant feedback!
Correct Answers Key
1. No, he was not.
2. No, he did not.
3. No, he did not.
4. No, it was not.
5. Yes, he did.
6. No, he did not.
7. No, he did not.
8. No, he was not.
9. No, he did not.
10. No, it was not.
