解答つき読解（入学試験）ワークシート

A rainbow can appear when sunlight shines through raindrops. The drops bend the light and split it into different colours. What causes a rainbow?

1. ASunlight passing through raindrops
2. BMoonlight on the sea
3. CClouds blocking the sunlight
4. DWind blowing the rain sideways

The seasons change because Earth is tilted. As Earth travels around the sun, first one half and then the other half leans towards the sun and gets more direct sunlight. Why do the seasons change?

1. AEarth is tilted as it moves around the sun.
2. BThe moon blocks the sun in winter.
3. CThe sun gets hotter and colder each year.
4. DClouds cover Earth for half of each year.

“Sara loves to read. For example, she finishes two or three books every week.” What does the phrase “For example” show?

1. AAn example supporting the first sentence follows.
2. BThe writer is about to end the story here.
3. CA different opinion is about to be given.
4. DThe second sentence disagrees with the first.

“Although the hiking trail was steep and rocky, the view from the top made the climb worthwhile.” What does the author suggest?

1. AThe hikers decided not to reach the top.
2. BThe trail was easy and flat all the way.
3. CThe view was worth the difficult climb.
4. DThe view was disappointing after the climb.

“Before you start the exam, read all the instructions. Write your name on every page. Answer the questions in any order, but show all your work.” Which action is allowed by the instructions?

1. AAnswering question 5 before question 1
2. BSkipping the instructions to save time
3. CWriting only the final answers without work
4. DWriting your name on the first page only

“City Park has a lake, tennis courts and a café. River Park has walking trails and a lake but no café.” What do both parks have?

1. AA lake
2. BWalking trails
3. CA café
4. DTennis courts

“The nurse explained the new inhaler to Mr. Brown and then asked him to show her how he would use it.” Why did the nurse most likely ask him to demonstrate?

1. ATo check that he had understood correctly
2. BTo find out whether he liked the inhaler
3. CTo save time during the teaching session
4. DTo test whether the inhaler was faulty

The author writes: “Some parents worry that letting children play outside unsupervised is dangerous. While some risks exist, outdoor play builds independence, problem-solving and physical health.” What is the author’s position?

1. AOutdoor play has no risks for children at all.
2. BChildren should never play outside without adults.
3. CParents worry too little about their children.
4. DThe benefits of outdoor play outweigh its risks.