Grade 4 reading comprehension
A short text in the present tense, such as an introduction card, an invitation or a description, with a word list, multiple-choice questions and a short copying question.
📏 45–85 words❓ 5–7 questions⏱️ about 15 minutes🎯 Pre-A1
All About MeAn introduction card from Roni in Be'er Sheva: her age, family, rabbit Carrot, likes and dream.You Are Invited!Emma's invitation to her birthday party: when and where it is, what will happen and what to bring.Grandpa's GardenAdi describes Grandpa David's garden with its orange, lemon and olive trees, and how she helps him every Saturday.Lost Dog!A family's notice about their lost dog Shoko in Ha-Yarkon Park: what he looks like and how to help.Eli's New BikeA short story about Eli, who gets a bike for his birthday but cannot ride it until his big sister Hila helps him.A Letter to GrandmaShira writes to Grandma Ruth about her new school, her teacher and her new friend Amir, and invites her to visit.The HoopoeA short fact text about the hoopoe: what it looks like, what it eats and where to see it.Hanukkah Week at SchoolThe principal's notice with a table of activities for Hanukkah week: what happens each day and what to bring.
Other levels
Grade 3 (Starter)25–60 words · 8 passagesGrade 4 (Pre-A1)45–85 words · 8 passagesGrade 5 (A1)70–120 words · 14 passagesGrade 6 (A1)100–150 words · 14 passagesGrade 7 (A1–A2)120–190 words · 30 passagesGrade 8 (A2)180–250 words · 30 passagesGrade 9 (A2–B1)220–310 words · 14 passagesModule A (B1)170–215 words · 10 passagesModule C (B1)250–320 words · 10 passagesModule E (B1–B2)330–420 words · 10 passagesModule G (B2)420–530 words · 10 passages
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Grade 4 passage?
45–85 words, with 5–7 questions. The suggested time in exam mode is 15 minutes.
What is the Grade 4 level like?
A short text in the present tense, such as an introduction card, an invitation or a description, with a word list, multiple-choice questions and a short copying question.
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