História: Paráfrase e simplificação

Nível: B1

A public explanation

At the community meeting, Paulo explained a new library rule. The rule says that members can reserve a room for two hours. Some listeners looked confused by the word reserve. Paulo decided to rephrase the idea.

A simpler version

In other words, people can ask for a room and use it for two hours. Basically, the reservation helps groups share the building. He gave an example about a study group and a music group. The main point was clear to every listener.

Notas de vocabulário

• looked confused — pareceram confusos
• reserve a room — reservar uma sala
• share the building — compartilhar o prédio