Fiche d’exercices de Compréhension de lecture (examens d’entrée) avec corrigé

A glossary is a list of important words and their meanings, usually found at the back of a book. A student reading a biology textbook does not know the word “osmosis”. Where could she find its meaning quickly?

1. AIn the glossary
2. BIn the table of contents
3. COn the copyright page
4. DOn the title page

Mia set her alarm for 6 a.m. After she woke up, she showered and ate breakfast. Then she packed her bag and caught the bus to school. What did Mia do right after she ate breakfast?

1. AShe set her alarm.
2. BShe showered.
3. CShe caught the bus.
4. DShe packed her bag.

The ostrich is the largest bird in the world. It cannot fly, but it can run very fast on its long, strong legs. What can an ostrich do well?

1. ASwim underwater
2. BClimb tall trees
3. CRun fast
4. DFly long distances

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

The author says: “Some argue that homework is a waste of time. Yet research shows that a moderate amount of homework can improve test scores for older students.” How does the author respond to the argument against homework?

1. ABy presenting research that supports some homework
2. BBy agreeing that homework is a waste of time
3. CBy ignoring the argument completely
4. DBy telling a personal story about homework from school

“The word ‘biology’ comes from two Greek words: ‘bios’, meaning life, and ‘logos’, meaning study.” What does “biology” mean, according to the passage?

1. AThe study of rocks
2. BThe study of life
3. CThe study of stars
4. DThe study of numbers

“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. AUnprepared and unsure of her words
2. BCalm and completely without fear
3. CAngry at the crowd for watching her so closely
4. DNervous inside but still able to speak well

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