Crime in California/ B1 English– Past Simple, Present Perfect and Modal Verbs Reading

Are you looking to improve your English reading skills at B1 level? This is a real story straight from the news in the United States. It is about a married couple who ruthlessly exploited vulnerable immigrant workers at two elderly care homes in California. The text uses a mix of past simple, present perfect and modal verbs, along with challenging B1 vocabulary and common everyday phrasal verbs. It is ideal for B1 level English learners who want to practise reading real-world topics in natural, everyday English. Work through the vocabulary, grammar and comprehension exercises below to get the most out of the lesson.