उत्तरों सहित पठन बोध (प्रवेश परीक्षाएँ) वर्कशीट

Sunscreen protects the skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause sunburn and skin cancer. Experts advise using a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and putting it on again every two hours outdoors. What does the passage say about reapplying sunscreen?

1. AIt is not needed at all with a sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher.
2. BIt should be put on only when it is very sunny.
3. CIt should be put on once in the morning only.
4. DIt should be put on again every two hours outdoors.

Dentists advise brushing your teeth twice a day for about two minutes with a fluoride toothpaste. Flossing once a day cleans between the teeth where a brush cannot reach. Why should people floss?

1. ATo make the teeth whiter
2. BTo clean the gaps between the teeth
3. CTo replace brushing twice a day
4. DTo add fluoride to the teeth

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. BFly long distances
3. CClimb tall trees
4. DRun fast

“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. AGentle
2. BRushed
3. CStrict
4. DBored

The word “quarantine” comes from the Italian “quaranta giorni”, meaning forty days. In the 1300s, ships arriving in Venice during plague outbreaks had to wait forty days before passengers could come ashore. Why did ships have to wait before passengers came ashore?

1. ATo give passengers time to learn Italian
2. BTo let the ships be repaired after long journeys
3. CTo collect taxes from the ship owners
4. DTo prevent the plague from spreading to the city

“It’s just a scratch,” said Max, though his knee was bleeding badly and he could hardly stand. What does this suggest about Max?

1. AHe is not really injured at all.
2. BHe did not notice that he had fallen over.
3. CHe wants everyone to worry about him.
4. DHe is playing down how badly he is hurt.

“The guide warned us to stay on the path. Ignoring her, Max climbed onto the rocks for a photo. A moment later, a wave crashed over him.” What lesson does the passage most likely teach?

1. ARocks are the best place for photos.
2. BGuides are often wrong about the sea.
3. CIgnoring safety warnings can be dangerous.
4. DTaking photos is a waste of time.

A report says: “In 2020, the clinic saw 400 patients with asthma. In 2023, it saw 600.” Which conclusion is best supported?

1. AThe clinic saw 50 percent more asthma patients in 2023.
2. BAsthma has become more common nationwide.
3. CThe clinic’s treatment of asthma has become worse.
4. DThe clinic saw twice as many asthma patients in 2023.