A2 Reading Comprehension

Every Sunday, I visit the local market in my town, Nara. The market is colorful and busy, with many stalls selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and handmade crafts. Last week, I bought some apples and a small pottery vase. There was also a stall with homemade jam. I tried strawberry jam on bread, and it was sweet and delicious. A local band played music, which made the atmosphere lively. I met my neighbor, Yuki, and we talked about a new café opening nearby. The market is only open until noon, so I always go early. It’s one of my favorite weekend activities.

Question 1: Where is the market located?



Answer and Explanation

Answer: b) Nara

解説: 文章に「the local market in my town, Nara」とあり、マーケットが奈良にあることがわかります。

Question 2: What did the writer buy last week?



Answer and Explanation

Answer: b) Apples and a pottery vase

解説: 文章に「I bought some apples and a small pottery vase」とあり、先週リンゴと小さな陶器の花瓶を買ったことがわかります。

Question 3: What kind of jam did the writer try?



Answer and Explanation

Answer: b) Strawberry jam

解説: 文章に「I tried strawberry jam on bread」とあり、著者がイチゴジャムを試したことがわかります。

Question 4: Why does the writer go to the market early?



Answer and Explanation

Answer: b) Because it closes at noon

解説: 文章に「The market is only open until noon, so I always go early」とあり、マーケットが正午までしか開いていないため早く行くことがわかります。