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Graded Reading Comprehension
Graded reading, in the form of comprehension questions and answers, can help students learning English to put the grammar lessons they’ve learned into practice.
Find free graded reading examples here for all three levels of English: elementary, intermediate and advanced.
Graded Reading 2017 (14)
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Graded Reading 2015 (10)
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Graded Reading 2018 (4)
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Wedding of Harry and Meghan to have the Markle Sparkle
Written by Helen Burlefinger
What you need to know about the Royal Wedding on 19th May 2018. Read the facts in our elementary reading comprehension exercise with questions and answers.
Discover the ingredients of these strange-sounding British dishes by reading our pre-intermediate reading comprehension with questions and answers
What are the latest breakthroughs in dementia research?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Research gives hope to sufferers of Huntington's disease. Learn about developments in the field of dementia in our upper intermediate comprehension reading activity with questions and answers.
Why has Big Ben returned to silence after the New Year Celebrations?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Big Ben returns to silence after New Year celebrations. Find out why this London icon is in danger by reading our intermediate comprehension exercise with questions and answers.
26th December - What exactly is Boxing Day in the UK?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Boxing Day - what do the British do on this public holiday? Find out the UK traditions for 26th December with our intermediate reading comprehension exercise with questions and answers.
New Forth Road Bridge breaks records in Scotland
Queen opens record-breaking new Forth Bridge in Edinburgh. Do this upper intermediate reading comprehension exercise about the Queensferry Crossing including questions and answers.
4 Great British inventions that changed the world
Written by Helen Burlefinger
From the invention of television to the world wide web, British inventors have been at the forefront of innovation. Read more in this advanced level reading comprehension with questions and answers.
What makes a Full English Breakfast so good? A brief look at traditional foods in Britain. Do this elementary reading comprehension exercise including questions and answers.
Ready for a fun beach holiday? Want to practise your English?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Lively British seaside towns - fun times and English skills all in one holiday! Do this pre-intermediate reading comprehension exercise including questions and answers.
Remember your pants! - Top Tips for a UK Trip
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Do you know the basic rules to make a success of your next stay in the UK? Find out with this intermediate graded reading comprehension.
The Tokyo Olympics: Four Fascinating Facts to amaze your friends! Elementary reading comprehension exercise including questions and answers.
How much do you know about the Beatles? Find out in this pre-intermediate reading comprehension.
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What has the bunny rabbit got to do with Easter?
Written by Barbara Wadsworth
Have you ever wondered why bunny rabbits are associated with Easter? Read this graded reader at a pre-intermediate level to find out.
What can I expect on St. Patrick's Day in the UK?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
St. Patrick's Day fun fills London around 17th March each year for a spectacular festival and parade. Intermediate reading comprehension exercise with questions and answers.
Have a look at a recipe for one of the world's favourite and simplest dishes – pancakes! Learn how to make them with this graded reader at an elementary level.
Can learning a language make you more intelligent?
Written by Helen Burlefinger
Learning a language can have a profound effect on your brain, making you smarter. Find out how in this graded reader at a pre-intermediate level.