Master the Oxford 3000 vocabulary with our rapid comprehension exercise.
Below are the words you’ll focus on in this session:
- about
- above
- abuse
- actor
- adapt
- admit
- adopt
- adult
- after
- again
- agent
- agree
The Hollywood Premiere (Oxford 3000 Vocabulary Series)
Estimated reading time: 0:47s
As the sun set above the iconic Hollywood sign, the excitement was palpable. Renowned actor Jack Harris was about to unveil his latest film, and the adult crowd was buzzing with anticipation. However, Jack’s agent had some disturbing news. Rumors of abuse on set had surfaced, and Jack would have to admit to the allegations or risk losing his reputation. But Jack was determined to adapt to the situation and adopt a new strategy to clear his name. He decided to hold a press conference after the premiere to address the issue and agree to an investigation. As the 500 guests began to arrive, Jack took a deep breath, ready to face the music. He knew it wouldn’t be easy, but he was willing to do whatever it took to restore his reputation and move forward again.
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!