Scheda di esercizi di Comprensione del testo (test di ammissione) con soluzioni

An allergy is when the body’s immune system reacts to something that is usually harmless, such as pollen, dust or certain foods. Common signs include sneezing, itching and a rash. Which is given as an example of something that can cause an allergy?

1. APollen
2. BSunshine
3. COxygen
4. DWater

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

A pharmacy sign reads: “Open Monday to Friday 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed Sunday.” On which day does the pharmacy close earliest?

1. AFriday
2. BMonday
3. CSaturday
4. DWednesday

Some animals hibernate in winter. Their heart rate and breathing slow down, and their body temperature drops. This saves energy at a time when food is hard to find. Why do some animals hibernate?

1. ATo raise their heart rate in the cold
2. BTo save energy when food is scarce
3. CTo grow thicker fur for the summer
4. DTo find a mate during the winter

“The warranty covers repairs for two years from the date of purchase. It does not cover damage caused by dropping the device or by water.” Which repair would the warranty cover?

1. AWater damage after the phone fell in a pool
2. BA cracked screen after the phone was dropped
3. CA fault that appears after one year of normal use
4. DA fault first appearing after three years

Passage: “Coral reefs are sometimes called the rainforests of the sea.” Why might coral reefs be compared to rainforests?

1. ABoth are home to a great variety of life.
2. BBoth receive a lot of rain.
3. CBoth are found only on mountains.
4. DBoth are made mainly of tall trees.

A clinic policy reads: “Patients more than 15 minutes late may be asked to rebook. Patients who call ahead to say they are running late will be seen if time allows.” A patient arrives 20 minutes late without calling. What is most likely to happen?

1. AThe patient may be asked to book another time.
2. BThe patient must pay a fine before leaving.
3. CThe patient will be seen immediately.
4. DThe patient’s next visit will be cancelled.

The author writes: “Hospitals should serve less sugary food. Some will say patients deserve treats, and that is fair. But a hospital should model the healthy habits it recommends.” How does the author handle the opposing view?

1. AIgnores it and repeats the main claim
2. BAgrees fully and changes position
3. CMocks it as foolish and not worth discussing
4. DAccepts part of it, then argues against it