B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz
Liam always found balancing his studies and his passion for drawing a challenge. His desk was rarely tidy, often a mess of textbooks and sketchpads. He had to complete his history essay, but he couldn’t take art out of his mind.
Sometimes, his parents criticized his late-night drawing, saying it made him weak for school. “You had better give up drawing for a while,” his father suggested. This always irritates Liam, making him feel annoying. He wished they would let him manage his own time.
Liam knew it was possible to do both, but he needed to concentrate and manage his studying wisely. He felt his eyesight sometimes reduced after long hours. One evening, he decided to make a new schedule. By waking up earlier and dedicating specific hours, he slowly developed a way to fit everything in. It was an attractive idea, and soon, his grades improved, and his art flourished. He had finally worked out how to succeed.