C1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Camila, the new manager in charge, had a profound belief in her own superior methods. She found the existing team’s collaborative approach too slow and nuanced. She thought that the system, which the company had adopted, was simplistic and ineffective. Camila, on purpose, decided to implement a […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Grammar Quiz Alex is an adolescent who receives a generous weekly allowance. He usually spends it wisely, saving a portion and using the rest for small luxuries. However, last Tuesday, he made an absurd decision. He bought an expensive, unnecessary gadget online, completely draining his account. His parents discovered […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Amara started a personal pilgrimage to a monastery high in the mountains. The journey was a stunning one, through winding paths and old forests. For many months, her life had been full of inner turmoil and constant chaos. This made every decision hard after her brother left […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Grammar Quiz Arthur, a seasoned attorney, used to consider himself calm. He would often joke that no client or courtroom surprise could truly rattle him. Today, however, things were going to be different. The morning began with a particularly contentious client meeting. Mr. Henderson, a man whose demands seemed […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Leo’s thoughts were overwhelmed by a monetary burden in the last few months. His mother’s medical bills were unexpected and huge. He wasn’t accused of anything, nor blamed directly. Still, the sheer cost felt like a personal obligation. The family savings, once so secure, now showed regression. […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Grammar Quiz Bishop Michael has been in charge of St. Jude’s parish for twenty years. He has known every family, every joy, and every burden. Recently, however, the community seemed to be indifferent toward the church. Young people were likely to leave for the cities, and the local economy […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz The local weather team had known a time of great advancement. Dr. Aris, a young but smart scientist, would often talk about how good their computer models were. Their daily forecasts were usually correct, thanks to their teamwork. Today’s prediction, though, was on the point of becoming […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Grammar Quiz Sarah was used to spending countless quiet mornings in her café. She would often enjoy her first coffee by the window, watching the city slowly awaken. Today, however, would become unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. While she was watching the usual flow of rush-hour traffic, a […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz The town of Willow Creek used to be quite picturesque. Its charm would always perk up any visitor. However, for the last five years, their special Willow River had been terribly contaminated. A nearby factory, using outdated methods, would release waste. This turned the once-clear waters into […]
C1 English Reading – Short Story & Grammar Quiz Eleanor faced a profound dilemma. For several years, she had cultivated a promising career in a large tech company, earning a good deal of respect and a comfortable salary. Her work would often entail long hours, but she was used to the challenge. Recently, however, her aging […]