Lembaran kerja Kefahaman bacaan (peperiksaan kemasukan) dengan jawapan

Hummingbirds are tiny birds that can hover in the air like helicopters. They beat their wings very fast and can even fly backwards. What special ability of hummingbirds is mentioned?

1. ASwimming underwater
2. BFlying backwards
3. CTalking like people
4. DRunning very fast on land

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. ASunshine
2. BOxygen
3. CWater
4. DPollen

“Kevin is the tallest boy in the class. He often helps the teacher reach things on the top shelf.” Why does Kevin often help the teacher?

1. AHe wants to sit near the shelf.
2. BHe is the teacher’s son.
3. CHe is the oldest boy in the class.
4. DHe is tall enough to reach high shelves.

“Before the nurse entered the isolation room, she put on a gown, gloves and a mask. When she left, she removed them and washed her hands.” What is the most likely reason for these steps?

1. ATo keep the patient warm and comfortable
2. BTo follow a dress code for visitors
3. CTo keep her uniform clean for lunch
4. DTo prevent the spread of infection

“The word ‘hydrate’ comes from the Greek word ‘hydor’, meaning water. To hydrate is to supply with water.” What does “dehydrated” most likely mean?

1. AFull of fresh water
2. BCompletely covered with water
3. CLacking enough water
4. DVery afraid of water

In 1928 Alexander Fleming returned from holiday and noticed that mould had grown on one of his bacteria dishes. Around the mould, the bacteria had died. This led to the discovery of penicillin. What led Fleming to discover penicillin?

1. AHe was trying to grow mould on purpose.
2. BHe noticed that bacteria near a mould had died.
3. CHe tested many chemicals on bacteria in 1928.
4. DHe found penicillin in a book while on holiday.

“Patients must not eat or drink after midnight before surgery. Small sips of water to take morning medicines are allowed only if the surgeon has agreed.” A patient’s surgeon has agreed. What may the patient do at 7 a.m.?

1. ADrink a full glass of juice with medicines
2. BTake morning medicines with a small sip of water
3. CHave a light breakfast and a cup of tea
4. DEat a small snack but drink nothing

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