Hoja de ejercicios de Comprensión lectora (exámenes de acceso) con soluciones

Bicycle helmets reduce the risk of serious head injury in a crash. A helmet should sit level on the head and fit snugly, with the strap fastened under the chin. How should a helmet sit on the head?

1. ALoose so that air can move freely
2. BLevel and snug, strap fastened
3. CTilted back so the forehead is free
4. DLow over the eyes with the strap open

Before giving blood, donors answer questions about their health and have their blood pressure and iron level checked. If the checks are normal, they donate about half a litre of blood, then rest and have a snack. What happens after the health checks are normal?

1. AThe donor goes home straight away.
2. BThe donor gives about half a litre of blood.
3. CThe donor answers health questions.
4. DThe donor has the blood pressure and iron level checked again.

“Amira was furious when she found that someone had taken her bike without asking. Her face turned red, and she stamped her foot.” What does “furious” mean?

1. AVery scared
2. BVery sleepy
3. CVery angry
4. DVery sad

“Marco checked the weather report three times, packed an extra jacket and put an umbrella by the door the night before the school trip.” What can you infer about Marco?

1. AHe thinks the trip will be sunny and warm.
2. BHe does not really want to go on the school trip.
3. CHe has forgotten the date of the school trip.
4. DHe expects bad weather and likes to be prepared.

When Rosa started her new job at the hospital, she got lost three times on the first day. By the end of the month, she was giving directions to visitors. What does the passage show about Rosa?

1. AShe often gets lost in new places.
2. BShe did not like her new job at the hospital and wanted to leave.
3. CShe was given a map on her first day.
4. DShe quickly learned her way around the hospital.

“The waiting room was silent except for the slow tick of the clock. Sam stared at the door, tapping his foot and checking his phone every few seconds.” How does Sam most likely feel?

1. AAngry at the clock
2. BCalm and relaxed
3. CBored and sleepy
4. DAnxious

The author writes: “Our school’s new start time of 9 a.m. instead of 8 a.m. has been a success. Attendance is up, and students say they feel more awake. A few parents have complained about later pick-ups.” Which statement best summarises the passage?

1. AThe school plans to start even earlier next year.
2. BParents and students all dislike the later start.
3. CThe later start helps students, but some parents object.
4. DThe later start has failed, and attendance has fallen sharply.

“Emma had practised her speech for weeks. When she stood before the crowd, her hands trembled, but her voice came out clear and strong.” Which statement best describes Emma at that moment?

1. AAngry at the crowd for watching her so closely
2. BNervous inside but still able to speak well
3. CCalm and completely without fear
4. DUnprepared and unsure of her words