उत्तरों सहित पठन बोध (प्रवेश परीक्षाएँ) वर्कशीट

Our skin makes vitamin D when it is exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D helps the body take in calcium, which keeps bones strong. What does vitamin D help the body do?

1. AFight off colds
2. BTake in calcium
3. CGrow more hair
4. DDigest sugar

The sign on a door reads: “Staff only. Visitors please use the main entrance on the left.” Where should visitors go?

1. ATo the staff room
2. BThrough this door
3. CTo the main entrance on the left
4. DTo the side exit on the right

Owls hunt mostly at night. Their large eyes help them see in dim light, and their excellent hearing lets them find mice hidden under leaves or snow. Which two features help owls hunt at night?

1. ASharp beaks and long legs
2. BStrong wings and a long, quiet tail
3. CBright feathers and loud calls
4. DLarge eyes and excellent hearing

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

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

“The new staff canteen has more seats and longer opening hours. However, the prices have gone up, and some staff now bring lunch from home.” What is the most likely reason some staff bring lunch from home?

1. AThe canteen has become more expensive.
2. BThe canteen has too few seats now.
3. CThe canteen serves only breakfast.
4. DThe canteen closes earlier than before.

Before 1900, many people believed that diseases were caused by “bad air”. The work of scientists such as Louis Pasteur and Robert Koch showed that specific microorganisms cause specific diseases. This germ theory changed how doctors prevented and treated illness. Which choice best describes the structure of the passage?

1. AA problem, several solutions and a personal opinion
2. BAn old idea, the evidence that replaced it, and its effect
3. CA story told from the point of view of a doctor
4. DA list of diseases in order of how common they are

A job ad says: “Wanted: nurse for night shifts. At least two years’ experience required. Must have a valid licence. Spanish speakers preferred.” Which applicant meets all the requirements?

1. ALicensed nurse with 3 years’ experience, speaks only English
2. BNurse with 5 years’ experience, expired licence
3. CLicensed nurse with 1 year of experience, speaks Spanish
4. DStudent nurse, 4 years of study, speaks Spanish