ÖIF A1 Reading exercises

ÖIF A1 Reading – Additional Information About the Exam

The A1 reading exam by the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF) is an important component of the official language certification required for residence in Austria. It is aimed at individuals who want to demonstrate that they can understand simple everyday German texts and have basic language skills. Our online platform offers targeted exercises with solutions and explanations to help you prepare quickly and confidently for the reading section of the ÖIF exam.

Structure of the Reading Section

The reading part lasts about 25 minutes and includes four task types with several short texts in total. It tests whether you can recognize, understand, and correctly assign information. The tasks are based on everyday situations.

• Short texts (e.g. SMS, emails, notices) – true/false tasks
• Matching tasks (e.g. who wrote what?) – ads or announcements
• Multiple-choice questions for short informational texts
• Connecting texts with simple statements logically

Typical Topics in the Exam

• Apartment or course offers
• Supermarket promotions, timetables, or opening hours
• Private invitations, appointment notes, or notices
• House rules, regulations, or everyday messages

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