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

“The old man’s hands were wrinkled and spotted, and he walked with a cane.” Which detail tells you that the man is old?

1. AThe name of his street
2. BHis wrinkled, spotted hands and his cane
3. CThe time of day he walked
4. DThe colour of his long winter coat

Ana’s grandmother keeps a small notebook by the phone. She writes down every doctor’s appointment, the name of each medicine she takes and the phone numbers of her children. Why does Ana’s grandmother most likely keep the notebook?

1. ATo help her remember important information
2. BTo keep a list of her favourite recipes for dinner
3. CTo write stories for her grandchildren
4. DTo practise her handwriting every day

The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. It stretches across much of northern Africa. Very little rain falls there, and daytime temperatures can be extremely high. Where is the Sahara?

1. AIn northern Africa
2. BIn northern Europe
3. CIn South America
4. DIn southern Asia

“The road was icy, so Dad drove slowly and kept a long distance from the car in front.” Why did Dad drive this way?

1. ATo let the car in front pass him
2. BTo drive safely on the slippery road
3. CTo save fuel on the long journey
4. DTo arrive at work early

A thermometer reading of 39 °C (102,2 °F) is described as a high fever in the nurse’s notes. The next morning, the reading is 37 °C (98,6 °F). What does this suggest?

1. AThe patient’s fever has come down.
2. BThe patient has a new infection.
3. CThe thermometer must be broken.
4. DThe patient’s fever has got worse.

“Although the hiking trail was steep and rocky, the view from the top made the climb worthwhile.” What does the author suggest?

1. AThe hikers decided not to reach the top.
2. BThe view was worth the difficult climb.
3. CThe view was disappointing after the climb.
4. DThe trail was easy and flat all the way.

“The company claims its water filter removes 99% of germs. The claim is based on one test, run by the company itself, on water from a single tap.” What is the best evaluation of the claim?

1. AIt is false because filters cannot remove germs.
2. BIt is reliable because the company ran the test.
3. CIt needs independent and wider testing.
4. DIt is proven true for all types of water.

A school sends this note: “Due to the forecast of heavy snow, all classes will move online on Friday. Students should log in at the usual time. The building will be closed.” Which statement is NOT supported by the note?

1. AStudents will attend classes online on Friday.
2. BThe school building will be closed on Friday.
3. CThe change is because of expected snow.
4. DClasses on Friday are cancelled entirely.