A Tale of Two Cities (ELT Graded Reader): Penguin Readers. Level 6

Penguin Readers is a series designed for those learning English as an additional language, offering graded readings tailored to different proficiency levels. The series combines skillfully modified texts with new illustrations and incorporates exercises for language development. The print version comes with guidance for accessing supplementary digital content. This collection features beloved classics, contemporary fiction, and engaging non-fiction, all aimed at acquainting learners with renowned authors and engaging stories. The eight proficiency levels within Penguin Readers align with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). At the end of each book, learners will find exercises that reinforce grammar, vocabulary, and essential exam skills. Comprised of pre-reading, during-reading, and post-reading questions, they foster comprehension and vocabulary expansion. One of the titles, "A Tale of Two Cities," classified as a Level 6 Reader, fits the B1+ band of the CEFR. This text features more complex sentence structures with up to four clauses and includes elements like the future continuous and reported questions. Complementary illustrations enhance the reading experience. The story follows Dr. Manette, who, after spending eighteen years in the Bastille, relocates to England to join his daughter, Lucie. In this new setting, Lucie captures the hearts of two diverse suitors and finds joy. However, the turbulent backdrop of the French Revolution looms, compelling Lucie and her family to confront its challenges, with one admirer prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice. With the print edition, readers gain exclusive access to digital resources such as an audiobook, educator guides, and solutions, available on the Penguin Readers website.