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telc German A2 · Lesen
True/FalseUnderstanding short letters

telc A2 Reading (Leseverstehen) Part 1 – Short Letters

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.

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Key takeaways

  • You read a short letter or email and decide for 5 statements: true or false?
  • Read the statement first, then find the information in the text.

On this page

  1. 01What this part tests
  2. 02How to approach it
  3. 03Example task with answer
  4. 04Practice: test yourself
  5. 05Common mistakes
  6. 06Tips
  7. 07Frequently asked questions
  8. 08Other parts
  9. 09Useful resources

What this part tests

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

It’s about simple information: who does what? when? why? 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 place, a different time. Read carefully for the information. Every correct decision scores points; wrong answers are not penalized.

What you practice:Understanding short lettersFinding informationDeciding true/false

How to approach it

  1. 1

    Read the statement first and underline the important information (name, place, time).

  2. 2

    Look for the matching spot in the text for that information.

  3. 3

    Compare the statement with the text: is it really correct?

  4. 4

    Decide true or false and move on to the next statement.

  5. 5

    Don’t leave any task open – when unsure, guess.

  6. 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 Tom, vielen Dank für die Einladung zu deiner Party. Leider kann ich am Samstag nicht kommen, weil ich arbeiten muss. Vielleicht treffen wir uns nächste Woche? Viele Grüße, Jan"

Statement: “Jan comes to the party on Saturday.”

Answer: False (Falsch)

Why? In the text Jan writes “Leider kann ich am Samstag nicht kommen” (Unfortunately I can’t come on Saturday). So the statement is wrong – false.

Practice: test yourself

Du liest (sinngemäß): „Liebe Sara, ich ziehe nächsten Monat nach Hamburg um. Meine neue Wohnung ist klein, aber sie hat einen schönen Balkon. Besuch mich bald! Deine Lena"

Is the statement true or false? Statement: “Lena is moving to Hamburg.”

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Common mistakes

1
Overlooking a detail

Even a different place or time makes the statement false. Read carefully.

2
Relying on one word

A matching word isn’t enough. Check whether the whole statement is correct.

3
Not reading the statement first

Read the statement first, then the text – that way you search purposefully.

4
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 places, times and names – that’s often where it’s decided.
  • Practice reading short letters and emails.

Frequently asked questions

How many tasks does reading Part 1 have?

Five true/false tasks on a short letter or email.

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 letters and practice finding information. In a Prepliq mock you practice this with instant scoring.

Other parts

Part 2 – AdsPart 3 – Notices (T/F)

Useful resources

telc German A2 word list – learn for free

Learn 500+ of the most important telc German A2 words interactively with flashcards.

Official telc German A2 practice test (PDF)

Preview and download the official telc German A2 practice test – with answers and study material.

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