Reading: Reading for Detail A2
Lesson 2: Following a Short Sequence of Instructions or Events
Listen to the words and instructions.
Before You Read 🧠
Key Vocabulary (Click 🔊)
These words and phrases help you understand the order of things.
Sequence
The order in which things happen or should be done.
Instruction
A detailed command or direction on how to do something.
Next / Then
Words that show the second or third thing in a series.
Finally / Last
Words that show the end of a series of events.
Reading Passage: Making Tea ☕
Click 🔊 to hear each instruction.
- 1 First, put the teabag into your cup.
- 2 Next, boil the water in a kettle.
- 3 Then, pour the hot water into the cup.
- 4 After that, wait for two minutes.
- 5 Finally, take out the teabag and add sugar if you like.
Practice What You Learned 🎯
Activity 1: Put the Events in Order (Self-Check)
The instructions below are mixed up. Read the original "Making Tea" text above and put these sentences in the correct order (1, 2, or 3).
Pour the hot water into the cup.
Put the teabag into your cup.
Take out the teabag and add sugar.
Boil the water in a kettle.
Wait for two minutes.
Key Vocabulary Reference (Click 🔊)
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Boil
To heat water until it turns into steam (becomes very hot).
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Kettle
A container used for boiling water.
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Pour
To move a liquid from one container to another.
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Teabag
A small bag containing tea leaves.
Your Reading Mission ⭐
Follow a Recipe!
- Find a **simple recipe in English** (e.g., how to make instant noodles, rice, or a salad).
- Read the instructions one time, focusing only on the sequencing words (First, Next, Then, Finally).
- In your notebook, write down the steps in a **numbered list** using only the short action verbs (e.g., 1. Chop vegetables. 2. Boil water.).
- Challenge: Try to follow the steps to make the recipe!