解答つき読解（入学試験）ワークシート

Loud noise can damage hearing over time. People who work with loud machines should wear ear protection, such as earplugs or earmuffs. What should people who work with loud machines wear?

1. AThick gloves
2. BEar protection
3. CSafety glasses
4. DSteel-toed boots

The heart has four chambers. The two upper chambers are called atria, and the two lower chambers are called ventricles. What are the two lower chambers called?

1. ACoronary arteries
2. BVentricles
3. CValves
4. DAtria

A label on a bottle of cough syrup reads: “Adults and children 12 years and over: 10 mL every 4 hours. Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours. Children under 12: ask a doctor.” What is the largest number of doses an adult may take in 24 hours?

1. A10
2. B12
3. C4
4. D6

“The bridge was closed for repairs. As a result, drivers had to take a longer route into the city.” What relationship does “As a result” show?

1. ACause and effect
2. BContrast
3. CTime order or sequence
4. DComparison

“Using phones and tablets late at night may make it harder to fall asleep. Experts suggest putting screens away about an hour before bed.” Which person is following the experts’ advice?

1. ACara, who watches videos on her tablet in bed
2. BDan, who plays games until he falls asleep
3. CBen, who scrolls his phone until midnight
4. DAna, who reads a paper book for the last hour

“The library will close early on Friday for staff training. Books due on Friday may be returned on Saturday without a late fee.” What can a library user conclude?

1. AThe library will be closed all weekend for training.
2. BA book due Friday can be returned Saturday at no charge.
3. CThe library will be open later than usual on Friday.
4. DAll late fees will be cancelled this month.

“The writer’s grandfather never talked about the war. Only after his death did the family find a box of medals and letters in the attic.” What does this detail suggest?

1. AHe talked about the war with his family every day.
2. BHe never served in the war at all.
3. CHe gave his medals away to friends.
4. DHe kept his wartime experiences private.

“Medication A works within 15 minutes but lasts only 2 hours. Medication B takes an hour to work but lasts 12 hours.” A patient needs steady relief through the night. Which medication suits this need better, and why?

1. AB, because its effect lasts much longer.
2. BB, because it starts to work more quickly.
3. CA, because it lasts all through the night.
4. DA, because it starts to work faster.