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

Bats are the only mammals that can truly fly. Their wings are made of thin skin stretched between long finger bones. What are bats’ wings made of?

1. AThin skin stretched between finger bones
2. BFeathers attached to strong, hollow arm bones
3. CFur that grows into thin flaps
4. DHard shells that open and close

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. ASteel-toed boots
2. BThick gloves
3. CSafety glasses
4. DEar protection

“Tom was reluctant to jump into the cold lake. He stood on the edge for a long time, dipping one toe in the water.” What does “reluctant” mean?

1. AExcited
2. BCareless
3. CReady and eager
4. DUnwilling

“Before the nurse entered the isolation room, she put on a gown, gloves and a mask. When she left, she removed them and washed her hands.” What is the most likely reason for these steps?

1. ATo prevent the spread of infection
2. BTo keep her uniform clean for lunch
3. CTo keep the patient warm and comfortable
4. DTo follow a dress code for visitors

“Sound travels as vibrations. It moves faster through water than through air, and faster still through solids such as steel.” Through which material does sound travel fastest, according to the passage?

1. ASteel
2. BWater
3. CEmpty space
4. DAir

Frogs begin life as eggs laid in water. The eggs hatch into tadpoles, which have tails and breathe with gills. Over several weeks, tadpoles grow legs, lose their tails and develop lungs. How is the passage mainly organised?

1. AIn time order, describing stages of growth
2. BAs an argument for and against
3. CAs a comparison of two different animals
4. DAs a problem followed by a solution

“Discharge note: Walk for 10 minutes three times a day in week 1. Increase to 20 minutes three times a day in week 2. Avoid lifting anything heavier than 5 kg (about 11 lb) for 6 weeks.” Which activity is allowed in week 2?

1. ACarrying a 10 kg bag of shopping
2. BLifting a 7 kg box onto a shelf
3. CWalking 60 minutes without a rest
4. DWalking 20 minutes three times a day

Passage A: “Hospital food should be cooked fresh on site to improve taste.” Passage B: “Cooking on site costs more and needs more kitchen staff.” Which question would best help decide between the two views?

1. AWhen was the hospital kitchen first built?
2. BWhat colour are the hospital’s food trays?
3. CHow many patients like to eat breakfast?
4. DDo the benefits justify the extra cost?