Reading Worksheets for adults

Grade levels 2 & 3. Written for adults but at a very simple level (grade 2). So it's easy to understand but doesn't make them feel like a 2nd grader.

Reading Level: 2

Robert wanted to cook dinner for his wife tonight. He looked in the refrigerator to see what ingredients they had. Robert found chicken, potatoes, and green beans that looked fresh. He decided to make a simple meal because he was still learning to cook. Robert washed the vegetables and cut them into small pieces. He cooked everything in a large pan for thirty minutes. His wife came home and smelled the delicious food. Robert felt proud when she said dinner tasted wonderful.

Questions:

1. What vegetables did Robert find in the refrigerator?
   • A. Potatoes and green beans
   • B. Carrots and corn
   • C. Onions and peppers
   • D. Tomatoes and lettuce
2. Why did Robert choose to make a simple meal?
   • A. He didn't have much time
   • B. He was still learning to cook
   • C. He didn't have many ingredients
   • D. His wife asked for something easy
3. What is this story mainly about?
   • A. Robert learning to shop for food
   • B. Robert cleaning the kitchen
   • C. Robert cooking dinner for his wife
   • D. Robert and his wife eating at a restaurant

Answer Key: 1-A, 2-B, 3-C

Reading Level: 3

Sandra needed to schedule her annual mammogram appointment. She called her doctor's office and spoke with the receptionist about available times. The receptionist offered Sandra an appointment next Tuesday at ten o'clock in the morning. Sandra checked her calendar and confirmed that the time would work with her schedule. The receptionist reminded Sandra not to wear deodorant or lotion on the day of her appointment. Sandra wrote the appointment details on her kitchen calendar so she wouldn't forget. She felt relieved to have completed this important health screening task. Sandra knew that regular checkups were essential for maintaining good health.

Questions:

1. When is Sandra's mammogram appointment scheduled?
   • A. Next Monday at ten o'clock
   • B. Next Tuesday at ten o'clock
   • C. Next Wednesday at ten o'clock
   • D. Next Tuesday at nine o'clock
2. Why did Sandra write the appointment on her kitchen calendar?
   • A. To show her family
   • B. To remember the time
   • C. So she wouldn't forget
   • D. To track her expenses
3. What is the main focus of this story?
   • A. Sandra's daily routine
   • B. Sandra scheduling a health appointment
   • C. Sandra's conversation with friends
   • D. Sandra's work schedule

Answer Key: 1-B, 2-C, 3-B