A woman named Sarah wants to join a gym. She walks into the fitness center and goes to the reception desk. A friendly receptionist named Tom greets her. 'Hello! How can I help you?' asks Tom. 'Hi! I want to join this gym,' says Sarah. 'Great! Let me show you our membership options,' says Tom. Tom shows Sarah a paper with three plans. The first plan is for one month. The second plan is for six months. The third plan is for one year. 'The yearly plan is the best value,' says Tom. 'How much is the monthly plan?' asks Sarah. 'It costs thirty euros per month,' says Tom. 'And the yearly plan?' asks Sarah. 'It costs two hundred and fifty euros for the whole year,' says Tom. Sarah thinks for a moment. She decides to try the monthly plan first. 'I will take the monthly plan, please,' says Sarah. 'Good choice! I need some information from you,' says Tom. Tom gives Sarah a form to fill out. Sarah writes her name, address, and phone number. She also writes her email address. 'Do you have any health problems?' asks Tom. 'No, I am healthy,' says Sarah. 'Perfect! Here is your membership card,' says Tom. Tom explains the gym rules. The gym opens at six in the morning. It closes at ten at night. Members can use all the equipment. 'The changing rooms are on the left,' says Tom. 'The showers are next to them.' 'Where is the swimming pool?' asks Sarah. 'We do not have a pool, but we have a sauna,' says Tom. 'Can I start today?' asks Sarah. 'Yes, of course! Enjoy your workout!' says Tom. Sarah smiles and walks toward the changing room. She is excited to start her fitness journey.
English Story (A1)At the Gym Reception
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Sarah visits a gym to become a member. The friendly receptionist Tom shows her three membership plans: monthly, six-month, and yearly. Sarah chooses the monthly plan for thirty euros. She fills out a form with her personal information, receives her membership card, and learns about the gym's opening hours and facilities. Excited to start, Sarah heads to the changing room for her first workout.
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Comprehension Questions
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Which membership plan did Sarah choose?
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What does the gym NOT have?
3
What time does the gym close?
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