Read three short texts about food — the meals of the day, food from around the world, and how food brings people together. Then check what you understood, learn the key words, and play a quick game.
Read
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Food gives us energy, and it is one of the best parts of the day.
Many people eat three main meals a day. The first is breakfast, in the morning. People often eat bread, eggs, or fruit for breakfast. The second meal is lunch, in the middle of the day. The third is dinner, in the evening, and it is often the biggest meal.
Between meals, people sometimes have a small snack, like a piece of fruit or some nuts. What we eat changes from country to country and from family to family.
Different countries have different food. In Italy, pasta and pizza are very popular. In many parts of Asia, people eat a lot of rice. In Mexico, corn and beans are common. Bread is eaten almost everywhere in the world.
Food can also taste very different. Some food is sweet, like cake and fruit. Some food is salty, like chips. And some food is spicy and hot, like a chili pepper. People like different tastes, and it is fun to try new food from other places.
Food is not only about eating. It is also about being together. In many families, people cook and eat dinner together. This is a good time to talk and to relax after a long day.
Many people have a favorite dish — a special food they love. Cooking for friends and family is a kind way to show that you care. So next time you eat, remember: food gives you energy, it tastes delicious, and it brings people together.
Check
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1How many main meals do many people eat in a day?
Many people eat three main meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
2What is the first meal of the day?
Breakfast is the first meal of the day, in the morning.
3An apple is a vegetable.
False — an apple is a fruit. Fruit is usually sweet.
4Rice is a common food in many …
In many parts of Asia and other countries, people eat a lot of rice.
5Which word means “very good to eat”?
Delicious means a food tastes very good.
6People eat exactly the same food in every country.
False — food is different in different countries, like pasta in Italy or rice in Asia.
7Why is eating together good?
Eating together is a good time to talk and relax with family and friends.
Words
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Play
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You read about meals of the day, food around the world, and eating together, checked your understanding, and practiced eight new words. Keep going — one small lesson at a time.
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