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295 | Beginner - Short Story: The Alive Painting [English Listening Practice]
Update: 2025-08-12
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Title: The Alive Painting
Level: Beginner (A1)
#Story :
Ellie discovers a mysterious painting in her grandmother’s attic that acts as a gateway to a vibrant and magical world. Inside the painting, she meets Leo, a boy who has lived there as long as he can remember. Together, they explore the world and face challenges that test their courage and resolve. Ellie learns the painting mirrors emotions, making her journey both thrilling and dangerous. With the help of a glowing crystal, Ellie and Leo find a way to leave the painting and bring Leo into her world. The adventure teaches them about bravery, friendship, and the magic of new beginnings.
#Vocabulary :
- Vivid : bright, clear, or full of life.
- Gateway : an entrance or means of access.
- Resolve : determination to do something.
- Pulse : to beat or move rhythmically, like a heartbeat.
- Thrilling : exciting or full of suspense.
#Grammar Focus :
- Past Simple Tense:
- Used to describe completed actions in the past.
- Example: Ellie discovered a magical painting in her grandmother’s attic.
- Modal Verbs for Possibility and Advice:
- Words like “can,” “could,” and “should” to express possibilities or suggestions.
- Example: Ellie asked if Leo could leave the painting.
- Adverbs of Manner:
- Used to describe how something happens.
- Example: The crystal glowed brightly as they stepped into the vortex.
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