Master the Oxford 3000 vocabulary with our rapid comprehension exercise.
Below are the words you’ll focus on in this session:
- meet
- menu
- mere
- mess
- milk
- mind
- mine
- miss
- mode
- mood
The Bistro’s Evening Charm (Oxford 3000 Vocabulary Series)
Estimated reading time: 0:47s
The bistro was alive with chatter as Henry and Grace planned to meet after work. Grace arrived first, her mood bright despite the day’s stress. She perused the menu, her appetite stirred by the delicious descriptions. A mere glance at the dessert section made her smile. Henry arrived, apologizing for the delay his bus had caused in their plans. They both ordered, and while waiting, a clumsy patron spilled milk on the floor, creating a bit of a mess. They didn’t mind the mishap. It added to the bistro’s charm. I love this place. It feels like it’s mine, Grace said, her eyes twinkling. They enjoyed their meal, making sure not to miss the chance to try the chef’s special. The bistro’s vibrant mode made their evening memorable, a perfect end to a busy day.
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!