Понимание прочитанного (вступительные экзамены): лист заданий с ответами

Ice melts when it is heated, turning into liquid water. If the water is heated more, it boils and turns into a gas called water vapour. What does water turn into when it boils?

1. AIce
2. BWater vapour
3. CLiquid oil
4. DSea salt crystals

Wash fresh fruit and vegetables under running water before eating them. This removes dirt and some germs. Do not use soap, because it can leave a residue. Why should you not use soap to wash fruit?

1. AIt can leave a residue.
2. BIt makes fruit taste sweeter.
3. CIt does not remove any dirt.
4. DIt kills all the vitamins.

Before giving blood, donors answer questions about their health and have their blood pressure and iron level checked. If the checks are normal, they donate about half a litre of blood, then rest and have a snack. What happens after the health checks are normal?

1. AThe donor goes home straight away.
2. BThe donor has the blood pressure and iron level checked again.
3. CThe donor gives about half a litre of blood.
4. DThe donor answers health questions.

“Before you start the exam, read all the instructions. Write your name on every page. Answer the questions in any order, but show all your work.” Which action is allowed by the instructions?

1. AAnswering question 5 before question 1
2. BWriting only the final answers without work
3. CSkipping the instructions to save time
4. DWriting your name on the first page only

“It’s just a scratch,” said Max, though his knee was bleeding badly and he could hardly stand. What does this suggest about Max?

1. AHe wants everyone to worry about him.
2. BHe is not really injured at all.
3. CHe is playing down how badly he is hurt.
4. DHe did not notice that he had fallen over.

“The cake looked perfect, but when Ben cut into it, the middle was still runny.” What can you infer?

1. ABen forgot to add the eggs to the mix.
2. BThe cake was baked too long.
3. CThe cake was not baked long enough.
4. DThe cake had too much flour.

The author writes: “Some parents worry that letting children play outside unsupervised is dangerous. While some risks exist, outdoor play builds independence, problem-solving and physical health.” What is the author’s position?

1. AChildren should never play outside without adults.
2. BThe benefits of outdoor play outweigh its risks.
3. CParents worry too little about their children.
4. DOutdoor play has no risks for children at all.

The author writes: “Hospitals should serve less sugary food. Some will say patients deserve treats, and that is fair. But a hospital should model the healthy habits it recommends.” How does the author handle the opposing view?

1. AAccepts part of it, then argues against it
2. BAgrees fully and changes position
3. CIgnores it and repeats the main claim
4. DMocks it as foolish and not worth discussing