Рассказы на английском языке. С упражнениями для уровня A2

Every day I wake up at seven o’clock. I often feel very sleepy and don’t want to get out of bed. I turn off my alarm and stay in bed for a few minutes. Then I remember that I have school, and I slowly stand up.

I go to the bathroom, wash my face, and brush my teeth. After that, I go to the kitchen. My mother is usually there, and she is making breakfast. I say, «Good morning,» and she smiles and asks how I feel.

For breakfast, I usually eat eggs and bread. Sometimes I eat porridge or cereal. I like to drink tea, but on cold days I drink coffee. While I eat, I talk to my family or check my phone.

After breakfast, I go back to my room and get dressed. Then I pack my school bag. I always check my books and homework because I don’t want to forget anything. One day, I forgot my homework, and the teacher was not happy. Since then, I always check everything twice.

At eight o’clock, I leave the house and go to the bus stop. The bus is often full, so sometimes I have to stand. I usually listen to music and look out the window. I see people going to work, students, and cars on the road.

Classes start at nine o’clock. I have different subjects every day. My favorite subject is English because it is interesting and useful. The teacher is kind and helps us understand everything. I also like history, but I don’t like math very much because it is difficult for me.

At one o’clock, I have lunch with my friends. We sit together, eat, and talk. One day, my friend told a very funny story, and we all laughed so much that the teacher looked at us. It was a little embarrassing, but very funny.

After lunch, we have more classes. I feel tired, but I try to listen carefully. When school finishes at three o’clock, I go home and feel very tired.

At home, I rest for a short time and then do my homework. In the evening, I help my family or watch TV. Sometimes I read a book.

At ten o’clock, I go to bed. Before I sleep, I think about my day. My routine is simple, but I feel comfortable because I know what to do every day.

My Daily Routine — Exercises

1. Vocabulary

to wake up — просыпаться

to feel sleepy — чувствовать сонливость

to get out of bed — вставать с кровати

to have breakfast — завтракать

to get dressed — одеваться

to pack a bag — собирать сумку

to forget something — забывать что-то

to leave the house — выходить из дома

to arrive — прибывать

to feel tired — чувствовать усталость

to take a rest — отдыхать

to do homework — делать домашнее задание

to help family — помогать семье

to go to bed — ложиться спать

2. True or False

He wakes up at six o’clock.

He has breakfast in the kitchen.

He always forgets his homework.

He goes to school by bus.

He likes math very much.

He has lunch with his friends.

He goes to bed at ten o’clock.

3. Answer the Questions

What time does he wake up?

What does he do in the morning?

What does he eat for breakfast?

How does he go to school?

What is his favorite subject?

What does he do after school?

What does he do in the evening?

4. Complete the Sentences

He wakes up at ______ o’clock.

He washes his face and ______ his teeth.

He has breakfast in the ______.

He goes to school by ______.

After school, he ______ his homework.

5. Retell the Story (Guided)

Answer the questions and retell the story:

When does he wake up?

What does he do before school?

What happens at school?

What does he do after school?

What does he do in the evening?

6. Speak About Yourself

What time do you wake up?

What do you usually do in the morning?

Do you like your daily routine? Why?

What is your favorite part of the day?

What do you do after school?

One morning I woke up late. My alarm did not ring, and when I opened my eyes, it was already half past seven. I jumped out of bed and felt very nervous because I had to be at school at eight.

I ran to the bathroom and washed my face very quickly. I did not have much time, so I brushed my teeth fast and went back to my room. I looked at the clock again and thought, «Oh no, I am late!»

I got dressed in a hurry. I could not find my favorite T-shirt, so I put on the first one I saw. Then I started to pack my school bag. My books were not on the table, and I didn’t know where they were. I looked under the bed, on the chair, and in my backpack. Finally, I found them in the living room.

My mother was in the kitchen. She said, «Sit down and have breakfast.» But I said, «I don’t have time!» I took a piece of bread and a banana and ran to the door.

When I left the house, I saw that the bus was already at the stop. I ran as fast as I could. I was lucky because the driver saw me and waited for a few seconds. I got on the bus and said, «Thank you!» I was out of breath, but I felt a little better.

On the bus, I checked my bag again. Suddenly, I realized something was wrong. I forgot my homework at home. I felt very upset because the teacher always checks homework in the morning.

When I arrived at school, I went to class quickly. The lesson started, and the teacher asked for our homework. I told her the truth. She was not happy, but she said I could bring it the next day.

That morning was very busy and a little stressful. After that day, I decided to check my alarm every night and prepare my things before I go to bed.

A Busy Morning — Exercises

1. Vocabulary

to wake up late — проснуться поздно

alarm — будильник

to be in a hurry — спешить

to get dressed — одеваться

to look for something — искать что-то

to find — находить

to run — бежать

to catch the bus — успеть на автобус

to be out of breath — запыхаться

to realize — понимать, осознавать

to forget — забывать

to feel upset — расстраиваться

to arrive — прибывать

to explain — объяснять

to decide — решать

2. True or False

He woke up early in the morning.

His alarm did not ring.

He had a big breakfast at home.

He ran to catch the bus.

He remembered his homework.

The teacher was very happy.

He decided to prepare things in the evening.

3. Answer the Questions

Why did he wake up late?

What did he do first?

Why was he in a hurry?

What did he take for breakfast?

How did he get to school?

What did he forget?

What did the teacher say?

4. Complete the Sentences

He woke up at ______.

He got dressed very ______.

He could not find his ______.

He ran to the ______.

He forgot his ______ at home.

5. Retell the Story (Guided)

Answer the questions and retell the story:

Why was the morning busy?

What problems did he have?

What happened on the way to school?

What happened in class?

What did he decide to do after that day?

6. Speak About Yourself

Have you ever woken up late?

What do you do when you are in a hurry?

Have you ever forgotten something important?

How do you prepare for the next day?

Do you like busy mornings or calm mornings? Why?

Last weekend was very nice and relaxing. On Saturday, I woke up later than usual, at about nine o’clock. I did not need to go to school, so I stayed in bed for a few more minutes and checked my phone. Then I got up and went to the kitchen.

My family was already there. We had breakfast together. I ate pancakes with jam, and I drank tea. We talked about our plans for the day. My parents wanted to go shopping, but I wanted to meet my friend Alex.

After breakfast, I cleaned my room. It was not very tidy, so it took some time. I put my clothes in the шкаф, made my bed, and cleaned the table. When I finished, I felt good because everything looked nice.

At about eleven o’clock, I met Alex near my house. We decided to go for a walk in the park. The weather was warm and sunny, and there were many people outside. We talked, laughed, and watched people playing sports. Then we bought ice cream and sat on a bench.

Later, we went to a small café. I ordered a sandwich and juice, and Alex ordered a burger. We stayed there for about an hour and talked about school, teachers, and our plans for summer.

In the evening, I went home. My family and I had dinner together. We ate rice, chicken, and vegetables. After dinner, we watched a film. It was funny, and we all liked it.

On Sunday, I woke up at ten o’clock. I had a quiet morning and did my homework. It was not very difficult, but it took about two hours. After that, I helped my mother in the kitchen. We cooked lunch together.

In the afternoon, I went for a short walk alone. I listened to music and thought about the new week. In the evening, I prepared my school bag and checked my homework.

My weekend was simple, but I enjoyed it. I had time to relax, meet my friend, and spend time with my family.

My Weekend — Exercises

1. Vocabulary

weekend — выходные

to wake up later — просыпаться позже

to have breakfast — завтракать

to make plans — строить планы

to clean the room — убирать комнату

to meet a friend — встречаться с другом

to go for a walk — идти гулять

to spend time — проводить время

to have lunch — обедать

to relax — отдыхать

to watch a film — смотреть фильм

to do homework — делать домашнее задание

to help — помогать

to enjoy — наслаждаться

to feel happy — чувствовать себя счастливым

2. True or False

He woke up early on Saturday.

He had breakfast with his family.

He did not clean his room.

He met his friend in the park.

They went to a café.

On Sunday, he had no homework.

He enjoyed his weekend.

3. Answer the Questions

What time did he wake up on Saturday?

What did he do after breakfast?

Who did he meet?

What did they do in the park?

What did they eat at the café?

What did he do on Sunday morning?

Why did he like his weekend?

4. Complete the Sentences

He woke up at about ______ o’clock.

He cleaned his ______.

He met his friend ______ his house.

They went to a ______.

On Sunday, he did his ______.

5. Retell the Story (Guided)

Answer the questions and retell the story:

What did he do on Saturday morning?

Who did he meet and what did they do?

What happened in the evening?

What did he do on Sunday?

Why was the weekend good?

6. Speak About Yourself

What do you usually do on weekends?

Do you prefer to stay at home or go out? Why?

Do you meet your friends on weekends?

What did you do last weekend?

What is your perfect weekend?

Last Monday was a normal school day, but it was also a little interesting. I woke up at seven o’clock and felt a bit tired because I went to bed late the night before. I got up, washed my face, and had a quick breakfast. Then I packed my bag and left for school.

I arrived at school a few minutes before eight. I met my friend near the entrance, and we went to class together. Our first lesson was English. I like English because it is not too difficult, and the teacher explains everything clearly. That day, we read a short text and answered some questions.

The next lesson was math. It was not easy for me. The teacher wrote a lot of numbers on the board, and I did not understand one task. I felt a little nervous, but I asked a question, and the teacher helped me. After that, it was easier.

At ten o’clock, we had a short break. I went to the corridor with my friends. We talked, laughed, and checked our phones. One of my friends told a funny story, and we all laughed.

After the break, we had history. The teacher told us about an important event. I listened carefully and took notes. I like history because I enjoy learning new facts.

At one o’clock, it was lunchtime. We went to the school canteen and ate together. I had soup, bread, and juice. The food was simple, but it was good. We talked about our weekend and our plans for the evening.

After lunch, we had two more lessons. I started to feel tired, but I tried to listen and do my work. In the last lesson, we worked in pairs and did a small task together. It was more fun than working alone.

School finished at three o’clock. I said goodbye to my friends and went home. I felt tired but also happy because the day was good. I learned something new and spent time with my friends.

At home, I rested for a while and then did my homework. It was a long day, but it was a good one.

A Day at School — Exercises

1. Vocabulary

school day — школьный день

to arrive — приходить, прибывать

lesson — урок

subject — предмет

to explain — объяснять

to understand — понимать

to feel nervous — нервничать

break — перерыв

to laugh — смеяться

to take notes — делать записи

lunch — обед

canteen — столовая

to feel tired — чувствовать усталость

to work in pairs — работать в парах

to finish — заканчивать

2. True or False

He woke up very early and felt fresh.

His first lesson was English.

He liked math very much.

He asked the teacher for help.

He spent the break alone.

He had lunch at school.

He felt happy at the end of the day.

3. Answer the Questions

What time did he arrive at school?

What was his first lesson?

Why was math difficult for him?

What did he do during the break?

What did he eat for lunch?

What did he do in the last lesson?

How did he feel after school?

4. Complete the Sentences

He arrived at school at ______.

His favorite subject was ______.

He felt ______ in the math lesson.

During the break, he ______ with his friends.

School finished at ______.

5. Retell the Story (Guided)

Answer the questions and retell the story:

What happened in the morning at school?

What lessons did he have?

What happened during the break?

What did he do after lunch?

How did the day finish?

6. Speak About Yourself

What is your favorite subject? Why?

Do you like your school day?

What do you usually do during breaks?

Do you find any subject difficult?

How do you feel after school?

My favorite teacher is my English teacher. Her name is Ms Brown, and she teaches us every week. I like her lessons because they are interesting and easy to understand.

Ms Brown is always friendly and calm. When we come into the classroom, she smiles and says hello to everyone. She asks how we are and listens to our answers. This makes the class feel comfortable.

In her lessons, we do many different activities. Sometimes we read texts, sometimes we listen and repeat, and sometimes we speak in pairs. I like speaking activities because I can practice my English with my classmates. Ms Brown always helps us if we don’t know a word.

She explains grammar in a simple way. If we don’t understand, she explains again. She never gets angry and always gives us time to think. When we make mistakes, she says, «It’s okay, try again.» This helps me feel more confident.

One day, I was very nervous because I had to speak in front of the class. I was afraid to make mistakes. Ms Brown smiled and said, «You can do it.» I started slowly, and after a few sentences, I felt better. At the end, she said, «Good job!» I was very happy.

She also gives us interesting homework. It is not too difficult, but it helps us learn new words and practice. I like doing her homework because I understand it.

Ms Brown is not only a good teacher, but also a kind person. She respects all students and wants us to do our best. I always feel relaxed in her class.

Because of her, I like English more and want to learn it better. She is my favorite teacher, and I am happy to have her.

My Favorite Teacher — Exercises

1. Vocabulary

teacher — учитель

friendly — дружелюбный

calm — спокойный

to explain — объяснять

to understand — понимать

to make a mistake — делать ошибку

to feel confident — чувствовать уверенность

to be afraid — бояться

to help — помогать

to speak in front of the class — говорить перед классом

to give homework — задавать домашнее задание

to respect — уважать

to support — поддерживать

to improve — улучшать

to learn — учиться

2. True or False

His favorite teacher is a math teacher.

The teacher is friendly and calm.

Students are afraid to speak in class.

The teacher explains everything clearly.

He felt confident from the beginning.

The teacher gave very difficult homework.

He likes English more because of the teacher.

3. Answer the Questions

Who is his favorite teacher?

Why does he like her lessons?

How does the teacher explain things?

How does she react to mistakes?

What happened when he spoke in class?

What kind of homework does she give?

How did she help him feel more confident?

4. Complete the Sentences

His favorite teacher is ______.

She is very ______ and calm.

She explains grammar in a ______ way.

He was ______ to speak in front of the class.

Now he feels more ______.

5. Retell the Story (Guided)

Answer the questions and retell the story:

Who is his favorite teacher?

What is she like?

What happens in her lessons?

What problem did he have?

How did the teacher help him?

6. Speak About Yourself

Who is your favorite teacher?

Why do you like this teacher?

What makes a good teacher?

Do you feel confident in class?

What helps you learn better?

Last week, something interesting happened in our class. We got a new student. His name is Tom, and he came from another city. It was his first day at our school, and everyone was curious.

When the lesson started, our teacher introduced him. Tom stood in front of the class and said a few words about himself. He spoke quietly and looked a little nervous. He said he liked football and video games. Some students smiled, and the classroom felt more relaxed.

The teacher asked him to sit next to me because there was a free seat. I said hello and asked his name again to be sure. He smiled and said, «Tom.» At first, we did not talk much because he was shy.

During the break, I decided to speak to him again. I asked where he was from and how he liked the school. He said everything was new for him, and he didn’t know many people. I told him about our teachers and subjects. Slowly, he started to talk more.