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title: "Goethe A1 Reading Part 1: Short Texts (True/False)"
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# Goethe A1 Reading Part 1 – Short Texts

> Reading Part 1 of the Goethe-Zertifikat A1: 5 true/false tasks on short texts like emails. Format, strategy, common mistakes and a worked example.

## Key takeaways

- You read short texts (e.g. emails) and decide for 5 statements: true or false?
- Read the statement first, then find the information in the text.

- Task type: True/False
- Focus: Understanding short texts

## What this part tests

Part 1 tests whether you understand short, simple texts – usually private emails or short letters. You read the texts and decide for five statements whether they are true or false.

It’s about simple information: who comes when? what does someone bring? You don’t have to understand every word, just find the important information. Read the statement first, then look for the matching spot in the text.

A false statement often differs in just one detail – a different time, a different person. Read carefully for the information. Every correct decision scores points; wrong answers are not penalized.

**What you practice:** Understanding short texts, Finding information, Deciding true/false

## How to approach it

1. Read the statement first and underline the important information (name, time, thing).
2. Look for the matching spot in the text for that information.
3. Compare the statement with the text: is it really correct?
4. Decide true or false and move on to the next statement.
5. Don’t leave any task open – when unsure, guess.
6. Transfer your answers to the answer sheet in good time.

## Example task with answer

A short example in the same format: you read a short text and decide whether the statement is true.

**Du liest (sinngemäß):** „Hallo Anna, der Yoga-Kurs beginnt am Dienstag um 19 Uhr, nicht um 18 Uhr. Bitte komm pünktlich! Liebe Grüße, Sara"

- Statement: “The yoga course starts at 6 p.m.”
  - Answer: False (Falsch) — In the text the course starts “um 19 Uhr, nicht um 18 Uhr” (at 7, not at 6). So the statement is wrong – false.

## Practice: test yourself

Du liest (sinngemäß): „Liebe Eva, ich komme am Freitag um 18 Uhr zu dir. Ich bringe Pizza mit. Bis dann! Tom"

- Is the statement true or false? Statement: “Tom brings pizza.”
  - r) True (Richtig)
  - f) False (Falsch)
  - Answer: r — In the text Tom writes “Ich bringe Pizza mit” (I’ll bring pizza). The statement is correct – true.

## Common mistakes

- **Overlooking a detail:** Even a different time or person makes the statement false. Read carefully.
- **Relying on one word:** A matching word isn’t enough. Check whether the whole statement is correct.
- **Not reading the statement first:** Read the statement first, then the text – that way you search purposefully.
- **Leaving boxes blank:** No answer means a guaranteed zero. Guess an answer if you have to.

## Tips

- Underline the important information in each statement before you read the text.
- Watch for times, names and numbers – that’s often where it’s decided.
- Practice reading short emails and letters.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many tasks does reading Part 1 have?

Five true/false tasks on short texts like emails.

### Do I have to understand every word?

No. You should find the important information. Read the statement first, then search the text purposefully.

### Are wrong answers penalized?

No. There is no penalty – decide on every statement.

### What’s the best way to practice Part 1?

Read short emails and practice finding information. In a Prepliq mock you practice this with instant scoring.

## Ready for the exam?

[Practice this part on Prepliq](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/goethe-zertifikat-german-a1?action=start&sectionId=Reading%20Comprehension)

[Goethe A1 Reading Part 1 – Short Texts](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/goethe-zertifikat-german-a1/reading/part-1)