The Sign of the Four (Level B1) An English Learner's Adaptation of the Story by Arthur Conan Doyle Includes Glossary and Exercises
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Erscheinungsdatum
10.08.2026
Bundesländer
Baden-Württemberg + weitere
Unterrichtsfächer
Englisch
Einband
Taschenbuch
Herausgeber
Grzegorz MichalskiVerlag
Amazon Digital Services LLC - KdpSeitenzahl
134
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/0,9 cm
Gewicht
172 g
Sprache
Englisch
Discover The Sign of the Four (Level B1), an English learner's adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes story by Arthur Conan Doyle. Created for intermediate English learners, this edition combines an exciting mystery with practical English reading practice.
A Classic Mystery in Accessible EnglishThe Sign of the Four is one of the most famous Sherlock Holmes adventures. The story brings together Holmes, Dr. Watson, a mysterious message, a valuable treasure, dangerous secrets, and a chain of events that leads the investigators into a fascinating mystery.
For English learners, however, reading the original version can be challenging. Older vocabulary, complex sentences, and nineteenth-century expressions may make it difficult to follow the story. This B1 adaptation presents the narrative in clearer, more accessible English while preserving the essential plot, characters, atmosphere, and mystery.
Instead of struggling with every sentence, learners can concentrate on following the investigation and discovering what happens next.
Improve English Through ReadingThis edition is designed for readers who have reached approximately CEFR B1 level and want to become more confident with longer English texts.
Reading the story provides natural exposure to vocabulary and expressions connected with investigation, communication, description, emotions, places, actions, and everyday situations. Words are presented in context, allowing learners to see how English works within a real narrative.
The book can help readers develop:
reading comprehension
intermediate English vocabulary
understanding of narrative language
confidence with longer texts
ability to understand meaning from context
familiarity with classic English literature
Selected vocabulary is explained in a learner-friendly glossary. Readers can quickly check important words and expressions without constantly interrupting the story to search through a dictionary.
The glossary can also be used for revision after reading, helping learners remember new vocabulary and recognize it when they encounter it again.
Includes ExercisesThe book also contains exercises designed to reinforce both the story and the English language. Activities encourage readers to check their understanding of important events, characters, vocabulary, and details.
This makes the book suitable not only for independent reading but also for students who want additional practice or teachers looking for accessible literary material for English classes.
A Step Toward Original ClassicsFor many intermediate learners, there is a difficult gap between simple graded readers and original classic literature. This adaptation is designed to help bridge that gap.
The story remains challenging enough to provide meaningful English practice, but the language is easier to approach than the original text. As learners become more comfortable reading at this level, they can gradually move toward more demanding books.
Whether you are studying English independently, preparing for further language study, or simply want to experience a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery in accessible English, The Sign of the Four (Level B1) offers an enjoyable combination of literature and language learning.
Follow Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, uncover the clues, expand your vocabulary, and strengthen your English reading skills through one of Arthur Conan Doyle's most memorable mysteries.
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