Робочий аркуш «Розуміння прочитаного (вступні іспити)» з відповідями

“Ellie’s room was a mess. Clothes covered the floor, books were piled on the bed and her shoes were under the desk.” What is the main idea?

1. AEllie’s room was untidy.
2. BEllie had many shoes.
3. CEllie had moved house.
4. DEllie read in bed.

When a hedgehog is frightened, it rolls into a tight ball. Its sharp spines then stick out in all directions, protecting its soft belly. What does a hedgehog do when it is frightened?

1. AIt rolls into a ball.
2. BIt calls loudly.
3. CIt climbs a tree.
4. DIt runs into water.

Polar bears live in the Arctic. Their thick fur and a layer of fat keep them warm in freezing temperatures. They hunt seals on the sea ice. What do polar bears mainly hunt?

1. ASeals
2. BReindeer
3. CPenguins
4. DSalmon

At the start of the shift, the nurse counted the patient’s tablets: 30. At the end of the shift, there were 27. The patient takes one tablet three times a day, and all doses were given on time during the shift. What can you conclude?

1. AThe patient refused all three doses offered during the shift.
2. BSome tablets are missing from the container.
3. CThe count matches three doses given during the shift.
4. DThe patient took six tablets during the shift.

“The bridge was closed for repairs. As a result, drivers had to take a longer route into the city.” What relationship does “As a result” show?

1. ATime order or sequence
2. BContrast
3. CComparison
4. DCause and effect

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

Read the sentences: (1) Then add the pasta and stir. (2) Fill a large pot with water. (3) Drain the pasta when it is soft. (4) Bring the water to the boil. Which order is correct?

1. A4, 2, 1, 3
2. B1, 2, 4, 3
3. C2, 4, 1, 3
4. D2, 1, 4, 3

Some scientists argue that the dinosaurs died out because a huge asteroid struck Earth. Others point to massive volcanic eruptions that changed the climate. Many now think both events played a part. Which statement best describes the passage?

1. AIt presents competing explanations and a combined view.
2. BIt proves that only the asteroid caused the extinction.
3. CIt describes the daily life of the dinosaurs.
4. DIt argues that the dinosaurs never existed.