Понимание прочитанного (вступительные экзамены): лист заданий с ответами

The Pacific is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth. It covers more area than all the land on Earth put together. What does the passage say about the Pacific Ocean?

1. AIt is shallower and colder than the Atlantic Ocean.
2. BIt is the smallest and warmest ocean.
3. CIt covers more area than all the land combined.
4. DIt is the only ocean with islands.

“Nora’s little brother was so exhausted after the party that he fell asleep in the car before they left the driveway.” What does “exhausted” mean?

1. AVery tired
2. BVery bored
3. CVery hungry
4. DVery excited

“Every Sunday, the Garcia family visits the farmers’ market. They buy fresh bread, vegetables and eggs for the week ahead.” How often does the family visit the market?

1. AEvery day
2. BOnce a year
3. CTwice a month
4. DOnce a week

The author says: “Some argue that homework is a waste of time. Yet research shows that a moderate amount of homework can improve test scores for older students.” How does the author respond to the argument against homework?

1. ABy presenting research that supports some homework
2. BBy telling a personal story about homework from school
3. CBy ignoring the argument completely
4. DBy agreeing that homework is a waste of time

Paragraph: “Many students struggle to focus at home. Phones buzz, family members talk, and the TV is often on. A quiet library can be a better place to study.” What is the author’s main point?

1. AFamilies should watch less TV in the evening.
2. BA library may be a better place to study.
3. CStudents should turn off their phones at night.
4. DStudents study best with friends at home.

The new park is the most beautiful place in the city. It has 200 trees, a playground and a small lake. Which statement from the passage is an opinion?

1. AIt has a small lake.
2. BThe new park is the most beautiful place in the city.
3. CIt has a playground.
4. DIt has 200 trees.

The author writes: “Students who eat lunch with friends are happier at school. Therefore, schools should give students more time for lunch.” Which unstated assumption does the argument depend on?

1. AHappier students always get the highest grades.
2. BStudents do not like the food that is served in the school cafeteria.
3. CMore lunch time would lead to more eating with friends.
4. DTeachers prefer to eat lunch in their classrooms.

Paula wrote: “Our hospital cafeteria now offers more fresh fruit and fewer fried foods. Since the change, sales of fruit have doubled. Clearly, every employee is now eating a healthy diet.” Why is Paula’s last statement not well supported?

1. AThe cafeteria did not change its menu at all.
2. BHigher fruit sales do not show what every employee eats.
3. CFruit sales actually went down after the cafeteria changed its menu.
4. DFried foods are healthier than fresh fruit.