Lembaran kerja Kefahaman bacaan (peperiksaan kemasukan) dengan jawapan

Maya forgot her umbrella. On the way home it started to pour, and she arrived at the door dripping wet. What does “pour” mean in this passage?

1. ABecome sunny
2. BStop raining
3. CSnow lightly
4. DRain heavily

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

1. AThe second sentence disagrees with the first.
2. BA different opinion is about to be given.
3. CThe writer is about to end the story here.
4. DAn example supporting the first sentence follows.

A sign at the hospital entrance reads: “All visitors must sign in at the front desk and wear a visitor badge at all times.” What must every visitor do?

1. ALeave their bags at the desk
2. BCall the ward before arriving
3. CSign in and wear a badge
4. DWear a mask and gloves

“Despite the heavy rain, more than 500 runners finished the charity race, raising over $20 000 for the children’s hospital.” What does “despite” show in this sentence?

1. AThe runners were paid to run in the rain.
2. BThe money was raised because of the rain.
3. CThe heavy rain caused the race to be cancelled.
4. DThe runners finished even though the weather was bad.

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

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

“After the storm, the town came together. Neighbours cleared fallen trees, shared food and checked on elderly residents.” What is the main theme of the passage?

1. AWhy older people should move away
2. BThe best way to prepare for a storm
3. CPeople helping one another in hard times
4. DThe danger of living near old trees

The author writes: “Some say that online learning is less effective than learning in a classroom. That may be true for some subjects, but for many students who work or live far away, online courses are the only practical way to study.” What is the author’s position?

1. AOnline learning is always less effective and should end for all subjects.
2. BOnline learning should replace all classroom teaching.
3. CClassroom learning is not practical for anyone.
4. DOnline learning has limits but is valuable for many students.

The author writes: “Our survey found that 9 out of 10 dentists recommend chewing gum.” The survey was paid for by a chewing gum company and asked only 10 dentists. Why should a reader be cautious about this claim?

1. AThe sample is tiny and the sponsor has an interest.
2. BThe survey should have asked only one dentist.
3. CChewing gum is not sold in most countries.
4. DDentists know little about teeth.