Reading - English Language Day

Read the text and complete the activities below.

English is a global language. Millions of people speak English all over the world. Every year, we celebrate English Language Day on April 23rd. This day is very special because it is William Shakespeare's birthday. He was a very famous English writer.

English is important for many things in our lives. Students learn English at school every week. Adults use English for work and when they travel to different countries. You can also watch movies, play video games, and listen to your favorite music in English. It is a very fun language to learn!

How do people celebrate this day? Teachers often plan fun games and activities in class. Students read easy books, write short stories, or sing songs together. You can practice with your friends today, too. Just say "hello" and read a short story in English!

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: True, False, or Not Given

Read the sentences and choose if they are True, False, or Not Given according to the text.

1. English Language Day is on April 22nd.

True False Not Given

2. April 23rd is William Shakespeare's birthday.

True False Not Given

3. Students only learn English when they travel.

True False Not Given

4. William Shakespeare wrote more than 30 plays.

True False Not Given

5. Teachers plan games for English Language Day.

True False Not Given

Activity 2: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct option to answer the questions.

1. When is English Language Day?

A) April 23rd B) May 23rd C) April 24th

2. Whose birthday is celebrated on this day?

A) A famous teacher's birthday B) William Shakespeare's birthday C) A famous singer's birthday

3. Why do adults use English?

A) To play video games B) To sing songs C) For work and travel

4. What can you do in English for fun?

A) Do homework B) Watch movies and listen to music C) Sleep

5. How can you practice English with friends today?

A) Say "hello" and read a story B) Eat a big cake C) Stay at home quietly

Activity 3: Gap Fill

Complete the sentences with the correct word from the box.

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1. Millions of people - select - speak April music fun celebrate English all over the world.

2. We celebrate English Language Day in - select - speak April music fun celebrate .

3. You can listen to your favorite - select - speak April music fun celebrate in English.

4. Teachers often plan - select - speak April music fun celebrate games in class.

5. How do people - select - speak April music fun celebrate this special day?