# Короткие рассказы на английском языке для начинающих

Наталья Гареева

Это сборник коротких рассказов на английском языке, созданный специально для изучающих английский на уровнях от A2 до B2. Каждый рассказ рассказывает простую, но интересную историю из повседневной жизни – о знакомстве, путешествиях, дружбе и маленьких приключениях. Тексты написаны доступным языком, использующим актуальную лексику и грамматику, что делает книгу полезной для самостоятельного чтения и изучения.

К каждому рассказу прилагаются разнообразные упражнения: вопросы для понимания текста, задания на перевод, заполнение пропусков и задания «правда или ложь». Кроме того, в конце каждого рассказа есть словарь с важной лексикой, расположенной в алфавитном порядке, что помогает систематизировать знания и расширить словарный запас.

Книга идеально подойдет для тех, кто хочет улучшить навыки чтения, овладеть разговорной лексикой и получить удовольствие от обучения через интересные и живые истории. Она может быть использована в школе, на курсах или дома для самостоятельного обучения.

## Story 1: A Chance Meeting

Emma was sitting in a small café in London, enjoying her coffee and reading a book. Suddenly, a young man accidentally dropped his phone near her table. She picked it up and smiled.

"Excuse me, is this your phone?" she asked.

The man looked up, surprised. "Yes, thank you! I'm Jack."

"I'm Emma," she replied. "Are you new here?"

"Yes, I just moved to London for work," said Jack.

They started talking about their favorite places in the city and their hobbies. Emma loved art museums, and Jack enjoyed playing football.

"Would you like to join me for a football match this weekend?" Jack asked.

"That sounds fun!" Emma said happily.

They exchanged phone numbers and promised to meet soon.

Vocabulary

accidentally – случайно

café – кафе

city – город

favourite (favorite) – любимый

football – футбол

hobby – хобби

joy – радость

meet – встречаться

museum – музей

pick up – поднимать

promise – обещать

reply – отвечать

surprised – удивлённый

to meet – встречаться

work – работа

Exercises

Answer the questions:

1. Where was Emma sitting?

2. What happened to Jack's phone?

3. Why did Jack move to London?

4. What hobbies do Emma and Jack have?

5. What did Jack invite Emma to do?

Translate the sentences into Russian:

1. "Are you new here?"

2. "Would you like to join me for a football match this weekend?"

3. "I just moved to London for work."

4. "That sounds fun!"

5. "They exchanged phone numbers and promised to meet soon."

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

1. Emma was sitting in a small _____.

2. Jack just _____ to London for work.

3. Emma loves art _____.

4. Jack enjoys playing _____.

5. They exchanged phone _____.

True or False:

2. Jack dropped his phone near Emma’s table.

3. Jack has lived in London for several years.

4. Emma enjoys playing football.

5. They decided to meet later.

Ответы к заданиям "A Chance Meeting":

Answer the questions:

1. Emma was sitting in a small café in London.

2. Jack accidentally dropped his phone near Emma’s table.

3. Jack moved to London for work.

4. Emma loves art museums, and Jack enjoys playing football.

5. Jack invited Emma to join him for a football match this weekend.

Translate the sentences into Russian:

1. "Are you new here?" – «Вы здесь новый?»

2. "Would you like to join me for a football match this weekend?" – «Хотели бы вы пойти со мной на футбольный матч в эти выходные?»

3. "I just moved to London for work." – «Я только что переехал в Лондон по работе.»

4. "That sounds fun!" – «Звучит весело!»

5. "They exchanged phone numbers and promised to meet soon." – «Они обменялись номерами телефонов и пообещали скоро встретиться.»

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

1. Emma was sitting in a small café.

2. Jack just moved to London for work.

3. Emma loves art museums.

4. Jack enjoys playing football.

5. They exchanged phone numbers.

True or False:

1. Emma was reading a magazine. – False (she was reading a book)

2. Jack dropped his phone near Emma’s table. – True

3. Jack has lived in London for several years. – False (he just moved)

4. Emma enjoys playing football. – False (Jack enjoys playing football)

5. They decided to meet later. – True

## Story 2: Meeting at the Park

Tom liked to go for a walk in the city park every morning. One sunny day, he saw a woman sitting alone on a bench, reading a magazine. He decided to say hello.

"Good morning! Mind if I sit here?" asked Tom.

"Not at all," she smiled. "I'm Anna."

"I'm Tom. Do you come here often?" he asked.

"Yes, I love this park. It's so peaceful," said Anna.

They talked about their favorite outdoor activities. Tom liked jogging, and Anna enjoyed painting nature.

"Would you like to have coffee together after your jog tomorrow?" Tom asked.

"That sounds wonderful!" Anna replied.

They exchanged smiles and planned to enjoy the morning walk and coffee together.

Vocabulary

alone – один

bench – скамейка

coffee – кофе

decide – решать

enjoy – наслаждаться

jogging – бег трусцой

like – нравиться

magazine – журнал

meet – встречаться

morning – утро

nature – природа

often – часто

outdoor – на открытом воздухе

peaceful – спокойный, мирный

park – парк

Exercises

Answer the questions:

1. Where did Tom like to go every morning?

2. What was the woman doing on the bench?

3. What did Tom ask before sitting down?

4. What outdoor activities do Tom and Anna like?

5. When did they decide to meet again?

Translate the sentences into Russian:

1. "Mind if I sit here?"

2. "I love this park. It's so peaceful."

3. "Would you like to join me for a jog tomorrow morning?"

4. "I'd love to!"

5. "They agreed to meet at the park the next day."

Fill in the blanks:

1. Tom liked to go for a walk in the city _____.

2. Anna was sitting alone on a _____.

3. Tom asked if he could _____ there.

4.Tom liked _____, and Anna enjoyed painting ____.

5. They agreed to meet the _____ day.

True or False:

1. The park was empty when Tom arrived.

2. Anna was reading a newspaper.

3. Tom wanted to jog with Anna the same evening.

4. Anna said the park was peaceful.

5. Tom and Anna planned to meet the next morning.

Ответы к заданиям "Meeting at the Park"

Answer the questions:

1. Tom liked to go for a walk in the city park every morning.

2. The woman was sitting alone on a bench, reading a magazine.

3. Tom asked, "Mind if I sit here?" before sitting down.

4. Tom liked jogging, and Anna enjoyed painting nature.

5. They decided to meet the next day.

Translate the sentences into Russian:

1. "Mind if I sit here?" – «Не возражаете, если я сяду здесь?»

2. "I love this park. It's so peaceful." – «Я люблю этот парк. Здесь так спокойно.»

3. "Would you like to have coffee together after your jog tomorrow?" – «Хотели бы вы выпить кофе вместе после пробежки завтра?»

4. "I'd love to!" – «С удовольствием!»

5. "They agreed to meet at the park the next day." – «Они договорились встретиться в парке на следующий день.»

Fill in the blanks:

1. Tom liked to go for a walk in the city park.

2. Anna was sitting alone on a bench.

3. Tom asked if he could sit there.

4. Tom liked jogging, and Anna enjoyed painting nature.

5. They agreed to meet the next day.

True or False:

1. The park was empty when Tom arrived. – False (Anna was there)

2. Anna was reading a newspaper. – False (she was reading a magazine)

3. Tom wanted to jog with Anna the same evening. – False (they planned to meet the next morning)

4. Anna said the park was peaceful. – True

5. Tom and Anna planned to meet the next morning. – True

## Story 3: A Surprise Trip

Anna was packing her suitcase excitedly. She had no idea where she was going – it was a complete surprise! Her best friend, Max, had been planning the trip carefully for weeks.

"When will I find out the destination?" Anna asked as she folded her clothes and placed them neatly inside.

"At the airport," Max replied with a mysterious smile. "Trust me, it's somewhere amazing."

They arrived at the airport early to avoid any rush. Anna’s heart was pounding with excitement and curiosity. She looked around at all the bustling passengers checking in and waiting for their flights.

After they passed through security, Max handed Anna a small envelope. "Here it is," he said softly.

Anna opened it slowly and saw the boarding pass inside. Her eyes sparkled with joy. "Ready for your adventure?" Max asked.

Anna nodded. "I love surprises, especially when it comes to traveling. Thank you for making this trip so special!"

Finding their gate, they settled down to wait for the boarding call. Anna watched planes taking off and landing, imagining the places she might visit.

"Where do you think we’re going?" she whispered.

"That’s part of the fun," Max answered with a smile. "Just be ready for anything!"

Anna laughed and felt her excitement grow. This trip was going to be unforgettable, a beautiful story to remember forever.

Vocabulary

adventure – приключение

airport – аэропорт

arrive – прибывать

checkpoint – контроль безопасности

curiosity – любопытство

destination – пункт назначения

early – рано

envelope – конверт

excitement – волнение

folding – складывание (одежды)

gate – выход на посадку

joy – радость

mysterious – загадочный

passenger – пассажир

packing – упаковка

boarding pass– посадочный талон

rush – спешка

settle down – устраиваться

special – особенный

surprise – сюрприз

trip – поездка

wait – ждать

Exercises

Answer the questions:

1. What was Anna doing at the beginning of the story?

2. Who planned the trip?

3. When did Anna find out the destination?

4. Where did they wait for the boarding call?

5. How did Anna feel about the trip?

Translate into Russian:

1. "When will I find out the destination?"

2. "At the airport," Max replied with a mysterious smile.

3. "Ready for your adventure?"

4. "Anna’s heart was pounding with excitement and curiosity."

5. "This trip was going to be unforgettable."

Fill in the blanks:

1. Anna was ______ her suitcase excitedly.

2. Max planned the trip ______.

3. They arrived at the ______ early.

4. Max handed Anna a small ______.

5. They waited for the boarding call at the ______.

True or False:

1. Anna knew the destination from the beginning.

2. Max gave the boarding pass before security.

3. Anna felt excited and curious.

4. They waited at the airport gate.

5. Anna did not like surprises.

Ответы к упражнениям "A Surprise Trip":

Answer the questions:

1. Anna was packing her suitcase excitedly.

2. Max planned the trip.

3. Anna found out the destination at the airport.

4. They waited for the boarding call at the airport gate.

5. Anna felt excited and happy about the trip.

Translate into Russian:

1. «Когда я узнаю пункт назначения?»

2. «В аэропорту», – ответил Макс с загадочной улыбкой.

3. «Готова к своему приключению?»

4. «Сердце Анны быстро билось от волнения и любопытства.»

5. «Эта поездка будет незабываемой.»

Fill in the blanks:

1. Anna was packing her suitcase excitedly.

2. Max planned the trip carefully.

3. They arrived at the airport early.

4. Max handed Anna a small envelope.

5. They waited for the boarding call at the gate.

True or False:

1. Anna knew the destination from the beginning. – False

2. Max gave the boarding pass before security. – False

3. Anna felt excited and curious. – True

4. They waited at the airport gate. – True

5. Anna did not like surprises. – False

## Story 4: At the Bookstore

Lucy loved visiting the local bookstore on weekends. One rainy afternoon, she was looking for a new novel when she accidentally bumped into a man reaching for the same book.

"Oh, sorry!" said Lucy, smiling politely.

"No problem," he replied with a friendly smile. "I'm Mark. Are you a fan of this author?"

"Yes, I've read a few of her books. I really enjoy her writing style," Lucy answered.

Mark nodded enthusiastically. "Me too. Her mystery stories are my favorite. It’s exciting to find someone who likes the same books."

They decided to sit in the bookstore café and continued talking about their favorite genres, authors, and recent reads. The rain poured outside, but inside the cozy café, they felt comfortable and interested in each other's company.

Before leaving, Mark said, "There is a literary event next Saturday. Would you like to come with me?"

Lucy smiled warmly. "That sounds wonderful! I'd love to join you."