B2 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Professor Anya, a devoted scientist, was determined to create a groundbreaking new AI. Her lab was filled with the latest wireless technology, all designed to ensure her project’s success. One Tuesday, however, something extraordinary happened. Her main computer got infected. It wasn’t an ordinary virus. Instead of […]
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Story 20 – B2 – Dr. Thorne’s Costly Cure
B2 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Dr. Thorne, a corrupt therapist, tended to take advantage of his clients’ trust for personal gain. He had been planning an extraordinary heist for months. His target: a priceless, antique clock belonging to his wealthiest patient. He had enjoyed himself immensely, imagining the clock being hung on […]
Story 22 – B2 – The Interrogation
B2 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz The rain poured down, mirroring the gloomy atmosphere inside the small, windowless room. Detective Harding was about to interrogate Mr. Silas, the prime suspect in a recent devastating burglary. Silas sat opposite him, looking nervous. Harding had been told that Silas was a master of deception, but […]
B2 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz The advertising agency had been established for years. However, lately, inspiration was in short supply. Mia, a new employee, was assigned to create a commercial for a new line of imported organic teas. She had been told that the product should be displayed with a sense of […]
Story 1 – B1- A Volunteering Experience
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Liam always wanted to volunteer abroad. This summer, he got his chance. He joined an organization working in a small village, far from his own country. He was excited to experience new cultures and meet people from different nations. When he arrived, the local airport was small. […]
Story 3 – B1 – At the Bank
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz It was a quiet Tuesday morning at the bank. Maria, a visitor from out of town, was just talking to the cashier about currency exchange. Suddenly, three masked men broke into the building. They were shouting, and the normal atmosphere was replaced by noise and fear. Maria […]
Story 5 – B1 – An Emergency
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Alex loved hiking in the mountains. He had always enjoyed the peaceful trails. One day, he was having a hard time with a steep path. He was trying to go fast, saving time. Suddenly, he heard a cry for help. He looked around. A young woman had […]
Story 7 – B1 – The Robotics Competition
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Tom was preparing for the annual robotics competition. His team had designed a small, flat robot. They kept on working late every night in the lab they had set up themselves. The robot’s speed was their biggest concern. They had to keep in mind that it needed […]
Story 9 – B1 – The Strange Light
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz The old lighthouse had stood on the cliff for centuries. Lately, strange lights had been seen near its entrance. The villagers were a bit worried, especially since a thick fog had rolled in, making the sea even more mysterious. A young, professional photographer, Leo, decided to investigate. […]
Story 11 – B1 – The Apology
B1 English Reading – Short Story & Vocabulary Quiz Maya was an artistic and generally easy-going person, but lately, she had been feeling a bit depressed. Her best friend, Chloe, was annoyed with her. They had been inseparable since childhood, so this fight was truly awful. It all started when Maya deleted Chloe’s favorite photo from […]