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

“Grandma’s soup warmed us up on the snowy day. We each had two bowls and asked for the recipe.” What did the family think of the soup?

1. AThey thought it was too hot.
2. BThey liked it a lot.
3. CThey did not want to finish it.
4. DThey found it too salty to eat.

The index of a health book lists: “Asthma, 12–15; Blood pressure, 44–47; Diabetes, 60–66; Flu, 81.” Where should a reader look to learn about blood pressure?

1. APages 44–47
2. BPage 81 near the end
3. CPages 60–66
4. DPages 12–15

The Amazon rainforest is in South America. It is home to millions of kinds of insects, plants, birds and other animals. What is the passage mainly about?

1. AThe deserts of South America
2. BBirds that fly south for winter
3. CThe Amazon rainforest and its wildlife
4. DHow to grow plants at home

“Unlike frogs, which have smooth, moist skin, toads usually have dry, bumpy skin. Toads also tend to spend more time on land.” What is the main purpose of the passage?

1. ATo explain how frogs breathe
2. BTo describe where toads lay eggs
3. CTo compare frogs and toads
4. DTo argue that toads make good pets

“The nurse spoke softly, held the boy’s hand and explained each step before she gave the injection.” Which word best describes the nurse’s manner?

1. AStrict
2. BBored
3. CGentle
4. DRushed

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

“When the excellent results came in, the team leader did not celebrate. Instead, she gathered everyone and asked, ‘What could we have done better?’” What does this suggest about the team leader?

1. AShe focuses on improvement even after success.
2. BShe is disappointed with the team’s results.
3. CShe does not care about the team’s work.
4. DShe wants to punish team members for mistakes.

Paragraph 1 describes how tooth decay is caused by bacteria feeding on sugar. Paragraph 2 describes how fluoride makes teeth more resistant to acid. Paragraph 3 recommends brushing with fluoride toothpaste and limiting sugary snacks. How is the passage organised?

1. ACause and protection, then advice
2. BA story told from start to finish
3. CA list of famous dentists in history
4. DAn argument with two opposing sides