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

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. ARun fast
2. BFly long distances
3. CClimb tall trees
4. DSwim underwater

A bus pass reads: “Valid for unlimited rides on 7 days in a row, counting the day of first use.” Amir used his pass for the first time on Monday. What is the last day he can use it?

1. AFriday
2. BSunday
3. CMonday of the next week
4. DSaturday

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

“Ms. Brown reminded the class that the library books were due back on Monday. On Monday morning, half the class arrived without their books.” What can be concluded?

1. AThe library was closed on Monday.
2. BAll the books were returned early.
3. CMs. Brown forgot to tell the class.
4. DSome students forgot the reminder.

“The council says the new bike path will reduce traffic. Local shop owners worry that losing parking spaces will mean fewer customers.” What is the main purpose of the passage?

1. ATo describe the history of the local shops
2. BTo present two views on the bike path
3. CTo explain how to build a bike path
4. DTo persuade readers to buy a bike

The new medication reduced headaches in 70 percent of patients in the trial. However, 15 percent of patients reported stomach upset. What is the purpose of the second sentence?

1. ATo point out a drawback of the medication
2. BTo give another benefit of the medication
3. CTo explain how the trial was done
4. DTo compare it with a different drug

“Only 30 minutes after taking the new pill, I felt better,” said one customer in an advertisement. “It must be the best headache pill ever made.” Why is this weak evidence that the pill works?

1. AHeadaches never improve on their own.
2. BAdvertisements are never allowed to quote real customers.
3. CIt is one person’s experience, not a controlled study.
4. DThe customer did not say what time it was.

The author writes: “All of my neighbours who drink coffee are energetic. So coffee must give everyone energy.” What is the flaw in this reasoning?

1. AIt uses facts instead of personal opinions.
2. BIt does not mention the price of coffee.
3. CIt generalises from a small, unusual group.
4. DIt gives too many examples to be useful.