Понимание прочитанного (вступительные экзамены): лист заданий с ответами

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. AEar protection
2. BSteel-toed boots
3. CThick gloves
4. DSafety glasses

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. AToilet
2. BLift
3. CCafé
4. DEmergency department

The Arctic fox has thick white fur in winter, which helps it blend in with the snow. In summer, its fur turns brown or grey to match the rocks and plants. Why does the Arctic fox’s fur change colour?

1. ATo warn its enemies to stay far away
2. BTo blend in with its surroundings
3. CTo attract other foxes in spring
4. DTo stay cool in the winter snow

A patient reads: “Take this medicine on an empty stomach, one hour before breakfast.” She usually eats breakfast at 8 a.m. When should she take the medicine?

1. AAt 8 a.m. with breakfast
2. BAt 7 a.m.
3. CAt bedtime, before she sleeps
4. DAt 9 a.m. after breakfast

“Unlike frogs, which have smooth, moist skin, toads usually have dry, bumpy skin. Toads also tend to spend more time on land.” What is the main purpose of the passage?

1. ATo compare frogs and toads
2. BTo describe where toads lay eggs
3. CTo argue that toads make good pets
4. DTo explain how frogs breathe

The new medication reduced headaches in 70 percent of patients in the trial. However, 15 percent of patients reported stomach upset. What is the purpose of the second sentence?

1. ATo give another benefit of the medication
2. BTo explain how the trial was done
3. CTo compare it with a different drug
4. DTo point out a drawback of the medication

“The old bookshop had survived two wars and a fire. When a huge chain store opened across the street, people expected it to close. Instead, loyal customers organised a reading club there, and sales rose.” What is the central idea?

1. ACommunity support helped the bookshop survive.
2. BReading clubs are popular only in large cities.
3. CChain stores always close small bookshops.
4. DThe bookshop was badly damaged by the chain store.

“The kettle whistled, but Sarah did not move. She was staring at the letter in her hands, reading the same line again and again.” What can you infer?

1. ASarah cannot hear the kettle whistling in the kitchen.
2. BSarah is waiting for the tea to cool down.
3. CThe letter is a shopping list for the week.
4. DThe letter contains news that has shocked her.