Master the Oxford 3000 vocabulary with our rapid comprehension exercise.
Below are the words you’ll focus on in this session:
- arrest
- arrive
- artist
- asleep
- aspect
- assert
- assess
- assign
- assist
- assume
- assure
- attach
- attack
- attend
- author
The Close Call at the Gallery (Oxford 3000 Vocabulary Series)
Estimated reading time: 0:46s
During a highly anticipated exhibition featuring works by a renowned artist and author, the gallery was alive with visitors eager to attend. Suddenly, the mood shifted when a vigilant guest spotted a suspicious individual trying to attach a bomb to a sculpture. This planned attack had initially gone unnoticed as the security camera operator had fallen asleep. Alerted, the security team quickly assessed the situation and assisted in evacuating the gallery, ensuring everyone’s safety. Soon after, police arrived and managed to arrest the suspect. In the aftermath, the event organizer stepped up to assert calm and assure the guests, promptly assigning additional security measures. The incident introduced a precarious aspect to the gathering, yet the attendees chose not to assume that the event’s essence was marred, looking forward to returning under safer circumstances.
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!