Arbeitsblatt Leseverständnis (Aufnahmeprüfungen) mit Lösungen

Laughter has health benefits. It can lower stress, relax the muscles and may even help the immune system. Which benefit of laughter is mentioned in the passage?

1. AIt can lower stress.
2. BIt replaces exercise.
3. CIt improves eyesight.
4. DIt cures infections.

Some plants, like the cactus, store water in their thick stems. This helps them survive in deserts, where rain may not fall for months. How do cactus plants survive in the desert?

1. AThey store water in their thick stems.
2. BThey need rain every day.
3. CThey grow only near rivers.
4. DThey lose their thick stems in the hot summer.

The Arctic fox has thick white fur in winter, which helps it blend in with the snow. In summer, its fur turns brown or grey to match the rocks and plants. Why does the Arctic fox’s fur change colour?

1. ATo stay cool in the winter snow
2. BTo blend in with its surroundings
3. CTo attract other foxes in spring
4. DTo warn its enemies to stay far away

“Jamal’s grandmother taught him to cook her famous stew. Now, every winter, Jamal makes it for his own children and tells them stories about her.” What is the main theme?

1. ACooking is a difficult skill.
2. BStews are best eaten in the summer months.
3. CChildren dislike winter food.
4. DFamily traditions are passed down.

Some birds, such as Arctic terns, migrate thousands of kilometres every year. Scientists think birds find their way using the sun, the stars and Earth’s magnetic field. Which word best describes the scientists’ explanation?

1. AUncertain
2. BProven
3. CUnimportant
4. DHumorous

Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. It helps glucose move from the blood into cells, where it is used for energy. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas makes little or no insulin. What would most likely happen to blood glucose in untreated type 1 diabetes?

1. AIt would rise, because less glucose can enter the cells.
2. BIt would turn into insulin in the pancreas.
3. CIt would fall, because the cells use more glucose.
4. DIt would stay normal, because insulin is not needed for glucose.

“The scientist repeated the experiment five times in different labs and always got the same result.” Why does this strengthen the scientist’s findings?

1. AIt proves the result is true in every case.
2. BThe law requires exactly five repeat tests.
3. CRepeated results make chance or error less likely.
4. DDifferent labs always use the same equipment.

“Supporters of the new law say it will reduce noise at night. Opponents say it will hurt businesses that stay open late. Both sides agree that residents deserve a good night’s sleep.” On what do both sides agree?

1. AResidents should be able to sleep well.
2. BBusinesses should close at sunset.
3. CThe law will reduce noise at night.
4. DThe law will hurt late-night businesses.