Master the Oxford 3000 vocabulary with our rapid comprehension exercise.
Below are the words you’ll focus on in this session:
- climb
- clock
- close
- cloud
- coach
- coast
- color
- couch
- could
- count
- court
- cover
The day of the big competition had finally arrived, and Ryan was feeling nervous as he sat on his couch watching the clock tick away. He was about to climb the ranks in the prestigious art contest, and his coach, Mrs. Thompson, had been guiding him every step of the way. As he made his way to the exhibition hall, the cloud-filled sky seemed to mirror his anxious mood. But as he set up his vibrant painting, a stunning depiction of a coast scene in a bold color, his confidence grew. The judges began to count the votes, and Ryan’s heart raced as he waited for the results. Suddenly, the MC announced his name, and he walked up to the court-like stage to receive his prize. Overcome with emotion, he could hardly cover his smile as he held his trophy close, feeling like he was on top of the world.
This exercise aims to help you comprehend English without mental translation to your native language. It also helps improve your reading speed.
For beginners: Start at 150-250 words per minute (WPM) and gradually increase as you become comfortable.
For advanced learners: Challenge yourself with speeds of 300-400 WPM or higher to further enhance your reading skills.
Adjust the speed as needed and remember: Understanding is just as important as speed!