Practice English Reading Exercises for A2 – Daily Shopping & Supermarkets 1

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

A Helpful Trip to the Supermarket

My name is Leo, and I am fourteen years old. Usually, my mum goes to the supermarket every Saturday morning to buy our food. However, this weekend she was quite sick and had to stay in bed. Because of this, she asked me to do the weekly grocery shopping. She gave me a long list and some cash.

When I arrived at the large supermarket in our town, I felt a little worried. Mum told me to be careful with the money, so my plan was to find the cheapest items. First, I went to the fruit and vegetable section. I looked at the prices carefully. I bought a big bag of apples because they were much cheaper than the bananas.

Next, I needed to get some bread, milk, and eggs. While I was walking down the aisles, I saw my favorite chocolate biscuits. I really wanted to put them in my basket. However, I remembered mum’s advice and decided to save the money instead. I found everything on the list without spending too much.

Finally, I went to pay for the groceries. The shop assistant was very friendly and put everything in my backpack. I walked back home and gave the change to my mum. She was incredibly surprised and thanked me for doing such a great job. I felt very proud that I could help my family.

1   Why did Leo go to the supermarket this weekend?

     (A) He usually goes to the supermarket every Saturday morning.

     (B) His mother was not feeling well enough to leave the house.

     (C) He had to stay in bed and needed a long list of things.

2   What did Leo do in the fruit and vegetable section?

     (A) He chose to get the less expensive fruit.

     (B) He bought a big bag of bananas.

     (C) He told his mum to be careful with the money.

3   When Leo saw his favorite biscuits, he

     (A) put them in his basket.

     (B) chose not to purchase them.

     (C) spent too much money.

4   How did Leo’s mum react when he got home?

     (A) She was very friendly and put everything in his backpack.

     (B) She gave the change to him.

     (C) She was amazed because he did his task so well.

5   What is the best title for the article?

     (A) How to make your favorite chocolate biscuits

     (B) The friendliest shop assistant in our town

     (C) A successful shopping trip for a helpful son

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

A Morning at the Market

My name is Sam and I am a university student. I really love cooking. Usually, students sleep late on Saturday mornings, but I always wake up early. Last Saturday, I wanted to prepare a special dinner for my parents, so I decided to visit the colourful weekend market in my town.

When I arrived, the market was already busy and noisy. First, I needed some fresh vegetables for my soup. I walked past a lot of tables before I stopped to speak to a friendly farmer. I wanted to get some carrots, but he didn’t have any. Instead, I bought some huge red tomatoes and a kilo of green peppers.

After that, I went to look for some local honey. I wanted to use it to make a sweet dessert. I finally found an old lady selling different types of honey. She gave me a little spoon to try some. It tasted absolutely fantastic! I quickly bought a large jar to take home.

My bags were incredibly heavy, so I had to catch the bus back to my flat. I felt quite tired after all the walking, but I was extremely excited to begin cooking. The weekend market is definitely cheaper and much better than the local supermarket. I am going to go there every week!

1   Why did Sam go to the market last Saturday?

     (A) to get food for a family meal

     (B) to sleep late on Saturday mornings

     (C) to meet another university student

2   What did Sam buy from the friendly farmer?

     (A) some fresh vegetables from a lot of tables

     (B) some carrots for his soup

     (C) a couple of different kinds of vegetables

3   What happened when Sam met the lady selling honey?

     (A) He used it to make a sweet dessert.

     (B) He tested the food before paying for a big amount.

     (C) He quickly bought a little spoon to take home.

4   How did Sam feel on his way back to his flat?

     (A) extremely excited to catch the bus

     (B) tired of the local supermarket

     (C) very eager to start making his dishes

5   What is the best title for the article?

     (A) A Great Place to Buy Food

     (B) Cooking Dinner at the Supermarket

     (C) How to Grow Fresh Vegetables

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The Missing Shopping List

Last Saturday morning, my dad asked me to do the weekly shopping. ‘Here is the shopping list and some money,’ he said. I felt very happy because he usually goes to the supermarket himself. I took a big, green shopping bag from the kitchen and walked to the store.

When I arrived at the supermarket, I wanted to read the piece of paper. I put my hand in my jacket pocket, but it was empty. Then, I looked in my jeans, but the list wasn’t there. I suddenly felt very hot and worried. I couldn’t believe I lost it!

I walked around the store and tried to remember everything. Did Dad write down chicken or fish? I knew we needed milk and some apples, so I put those in my basket. I thought about calling my dad on my mobile phone, but I didn’t want him to be angry. I was afraid to tell him about my mistake.

Then, I needed to find my wallet to check my money. I looked inside the green shopping bag. Under my wallet, there was a small piece of white paper. It was the list! I felt so much better. I quickly bought the food and went home. Next time, I will be more careful!

1   Why was the writer happy in the first paragraph?

     (A) His dad rarely tells him to do the food shopping.

     (B) His dad gave him lots of money to spend.

     (C) He wanted to use the big, green shopping bag.

2   When the writer was at the supermarket, he

     (A) discovered that he didn’t have his dad’s note.

     (B) decided to buy a new jacket and jeans.

     (C) felt very hot because the shop was warm.

3   Why didn’t the writer call his dad?

     (A) He was frightened that his father would be cross.

     (B) He couldn’t find his mobile phone in the basket.

     (C) He wanted to choose between the chicken or fish.

4   Where did the writer find the piece of paper?

     (A) hidden underneath his money holder

     (B) inside his wallet with his money

     (C) inside a small white bag

5   What is the best title for the article?

     (A) A stressful trip to the shop

     (B) How to write a good shopping list

     (C) The best supermarket in town

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