--- title: "telc A2 Reading (Start Deutsch 2): Exercises & Tips" description: "Reading (Lesen) in the telc German A2 exam (Start Deutsch 2): all 3 parts explained – short letters, ads and notices. Format, strategy and exercises with answers." canonical: "https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading" url: "https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading.md" locale: "en" provider: "TELC" level: "A2" alternates: de: "https://prepliq.com/de/modelltest/telc-deutsch-a2/leseverstehen.md" en: "https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading.md" fr: "https://prepliq.com/fr/examen-blanc/telc-allemand-a2/comprehension-ecrite.md" it: "https://prepliq.com/it/simulazione-esame/telc-tedesco-a2/lettura.md" es: "https://prepliq.com/es/modelo-de-examen/telc-aleman-a2/lectura.md" --- # telc German A2 – Reading (Lesen) > Reading (Lesen) in the telc German A2 exam (Start Deutsch 2): all 3 parts explained – short letters, ads and notices. Format, strategy and exercises with answers. ## Key takeaways - Reading has 3 parts with 15 tasks in total. - You read short letters (Part 1), ads (Part 2) and notices/signs (Part 3). - Reading and writing share around 50 minutes – plan about 30 minutes for reading. Reading is part of the written telc A2 exam. You read simple everyday texts – short letters and emails, ads and notices – and solve tasks about them. In total that’s 15 tasks in three parts. Reading and writing share a block of around 50 minutes; plan about 30 minutes for reading. At its core it’s about finding simple information: what is the letter about? which ad fits? what does the notice mean? You don’t have to understand every word, just recognize the important information. At A2 the texts are a little longer than at A1. The three parts have different tasks: in Part 1 you read a short letter and decide true/false, in Part 2 you find the matching ad for a situation, in Part 3 you read notices and signs and again decide true/false. Practice them separately. - Parts: 3 - Tasks: 15 - Points: 15 - Time: 30 min - to pass: ~60 % - Difficulty: easy (2/5) ## The parts at a glance - [Part 1 – Short letters (T/F)](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading/part-1) — True/False · Understanding short letters · 5 Tasks · 5 Points. In Part 1 you read a short letter or email and decide for each statement between true and false. Here’s how to find the information reliably. - [Part 2 – Ads](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading/part-2) — Ad matching · Comparing ads · 5 Tasks · 5 Points. In Part 2 you read situations and ads and find the matching ad for each situation. Here’s how to compare reliably. - [Part 3 – Notices (T/F)](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading/part-3) — True/False · Understanding notices · 5 Tasks · 5 Points. In Part 3 you read notices and signs and decide for each statement between true and false. Here’s how to understand the notices reliably. ## Tips & strategy - **Budget time with writing:** Reading and writing share around 50 minutes. Plan about 30 minutes for reading and leave enough time for writing. - **Task first, then the text:** Read the statement or situation first. That way you know what to look for in the text and read purposefully. - **Watch for key words:** Look for the important information in the text – a name, a time, a price. You don’t have to understand every word. - **In Part 2, check all conditions:** For the ads, the ad must really fit the situation. Check place, time and offer, not just one matching word. - **Never leave a box blank:** There is no penalty for wrong answers. Guess rather than leave a task open. - **Transfer to the answer sheet:** Only the answer sheet is graded. Transfer your answers in good time, not in the final seconds. ## Common text types In the reading part you’ll meet typical simple A2 texts: - **Short letters & emails** — private messages to friends or family (Part 1). - **Ads** — small offers, e.g. flat, course, trip (Part 2). - **Notices & signs** — information in public places (Part 3). - **Messages & notes** — short pieces of everyday information. ## Common topics The texts revolve around everyday topics. Prepare vocabulary for these areas: - **Family & friends** — invitation, arrangement, appointments - **Home & work** — flat hunting, job, appointments - **Shopping & travel** — shop, offers, trip, hotel - **Public places** — shop, station, notices on signs ## Free practice exercises - [Deutsche Welle – Learn German](https://learngerman.dw.com/de/overview) — Free, simple reading texts at A2 level for daily practice. - [Nicos Weg A2 (Deutsche Welle)](https://learngerman.dw.com/de/nicos-weg/c-36519709) — Free online course with simple texts and vocabulary at A2 level. ## 1-week study plan - Day 1 – **Learn the format:** Read this guide and do a first official reading practice test – without time pressure, just to understand the structure. - Day 2 – **Part 1 – short letters:** Practice reading short letters and emails and deciding true/false. Read the statement first. - Day 3 – **Part 2 – ads:** Practice choosing the matching ad. Check that all conditions really fit. - Day 4 – **Part 3 – notices & signs:** Practice reading notices and signs and deciding true/false. - Day 5 – **Vocabulary:** Review the most important A2 everyday words with the word list – family, home, work, travel. - Day 6 – **Full reading part under time:** Work through all three parts in one go in around 30 minutes and transfer your answers to an answer sheet. - Day 7 – **Analyze your mistakes:** Look at every mistake: which word was missing? Review your weakest part specifically. ## Are you ready? - I understand the important information in a short letter. - I can decide confidently between true and false for a statement. - I can find the matching ad for a situation. - I understand simple notices and signs. - I know the most important A2 everyday words. - I can finish all 15 tasks within the time limit. ## Frequently asked questions ### How many parts does telc A2 reading have? Three parts with 15 tasks in total: Part 1 (short letters, true/false, 5), Part 2 (ads, 5) and Part 3 (notices/signs, true/false, 5). ### How much time do I have for reading? Reading and writing are done together in a block of around 50 minutes. There is no fixed split; plan about 30 minutes for reading. ### What does reading test? Whether you understand simple everyday texts – short letters, ads and notices. You should find the important information, not understand every word. ### Can I use a dictionary in reading? No. No aids such as dictionaries are allowed in the telc German A2 exam. ### Are wrong answers penalized? No. There is no penalty for guessing – so answer every task. ### What’s the best way to practice reading? Read short, simple German texts regularly and practice A2 vocabulary. At Prepliq you practice reading with realistic mock exams and get instant scoring; the interactive word list helps you lock in your vocabulary. ## Ready for the exam? [Practice this part on Prepliq](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2?action=start§ionId=Reading%20Comprehension) ## Other exam parts - [Hören](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/listening) - [Schreiben](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/writing) - [Sprechen](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/speaking) [telc German A2 – Reading (Lesen)](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-a2/reading)