The new phone: Easy English Story (Level 1) with Audio

Level 1 Story 9 of 16 · 105 words · beginner (A1)

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Retell the story in 4 or 5 sentences.

Leo has a new phone. It is big and black.

He wants to call his mum in Brazil, but he doesn't know how to use the phone.

He goes to the phone shop near his house.

"Hi," he says. "I have a new phone. Can you help me, please?"

"Sure," says the young man. "What do you want to do?"

"I want to call my mum. She lives in Brazil."

The man shows Leo the app. "Press here, then here. Easy!"

That night, Leo calls his mum. She is very happy. "Leo! I can see you!" she says.

Leo smiles. He loves his new phone.

Answers: 1. Black · 2. In Brazil · 3. A man at the phone shop

What level is the story 'The new phone'?

Level 1, beginner (A1). It has 105 words, with audio, key words and a quiz.

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Yes. Press Play and each sentence is read aloud and highlighted, so you can read and listen at the same time. Choose Slow speed if you're a beginner.

Which words will I learn?

phone shop, help me, app, press.