Lista de exercícios de Compreensão de leitura (provas de admissão) com respostas

A hospital map key shows: blue square = lift; green circle = toilet; red cross = emergency department; yellow star = café. What does a green circle mean on the map?

1. ACafé
2. BEmergency department
3. CLift
4. DToilet

Volcanoes can be active, dormant or extinct. An active volcano has erupted recently or may erupt soon. A dormant volcano has not erupted for a long time but could erupt again. An extinct volcano is not expected to erupt again. What is a dormant volcano?

1. AOne that is found under the ocean
2. BOne that will never erupt again
3. COne that is quiet but could erupt again
4. DOne that is erupting at this moment

Blood contains several kinds of cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen around the body. White blood cells help fight infection. Platelets help the blood to clot when you are cut. Which cells help fight infection?

1. AWhite blood cells
2. BPlatelets
3. CRed blood cells
4. DNerve cells in the blood

Passage: “Cycling to work saves money on fuel and parking. It also gives regular exercise and produces no exhaust fumes.” Which title fits the passage best?

1. AA History of the Bicycle
2. BBenefits of Cycling to Work
3. CThe Dangers of City Traffic
4. DHow to Repair a Bicycle

“The vet told the Lees that their dog was overweight. She advised smaller meals, fewer treats and a longer walk each day.” What can you conclude about the vet’s advice?

1. AIt aims to teach the dog new tricks.
2. BIt aims to cure the dog’s fear of walks.
3. CIt aims to help the dog lose weight.
4. DIt aims to help the dog gain weight.

“The hospital will introduce a new uniform colour system. Nurses will wear navy, physiotherapists green and healthcare assistants light blue. This will help patients know who is caring for them.” What is the purpose of the new system?

1. ATo reduce the number of nurses
2. BTo make uniforms cheaper to buy
3. CTo make staff look more modern and smart
4. DTo help patients identify staff roles

Passage A: “Zoos protect endangered animals and teach visitors about wildlife.” Passage B: “Animals in zoos may suffer in small enclosures far from their natural homes.” Which statement would the author of Passage B most likely agree with?

1. AVisitors learn nothing at zoos.
2. BAll zoos give animals perfect homes.
3. CZoos are the best place for all animals.
4. DZoo animals need large, natural spaces.

A pamphlet states: “Our vitamin drink is used by top athletes. Join the winners — drink VitaMax!” Which technique does the pamphlet mainly use to persuade?

1. AComparing the price with other brands
2. BGiving results from a scientific study
3. CLinking the product to admired people
4. DExplaining how the vitamins are made