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

Laughter has health benefits. It can lower stress, relax the muscles and may even help the immune system. Which benefit of laughter is mentioned in the passage?

1. AIt cures infections.
2. BIt improves eyesight.
3. CIt replaces exercise.
4. DIt can lower stress.

A good night’s sleep helps the brain store what we learned during the day. Teenagers need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night, but many get less. How much sleep do teenagers need, according to the passage?

1. AAbout 12 to 14 hours a night
2. BAbout 5 to 6 hours a night
3. CAbout 8 to 10 hours a night
4. DAbout 2 to 3 hours a night

A school lunch menu shows: Monday – pasta; Tuesday – tacos; Wednesday – soup and salad; Thursday – fish; Friday – pizza. On which day is fish served?

1. ATuesday
2. BThursday
3. CMonday
4. DFriday

“The word ‘biology’ comes from two Greek words: ‘bios’, meaning life, and ‘logos’, meaning study.” What does “biology” mean, according to the passage?

1. AThe study of rocks
2. BThe study of stars
3. CThe study of numbers
4. DThe study of life

“It was the first warm day of spring. The park was full of people: children flew kites, families had picnics and old friends sat chatting on benches.” What is the mood of the passage?

1. AGloomy and grey
2. BTense
3. CLonely
4. DCheerful

“Ms. Brown reminded the class that the library books were due back on Monday. On Monday morning, half the class arrived without their books.” What can be concluded?

1. AMs. Brown forgot to tell the class.
2. BSome students forgot the reminder.
3. CAll the books were returned early.
4. DThe library was closed on Monday.

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

The author writes: “Online shopping is convenient, but it has hidden costs. Small local shops close, high streets empty and delivery vans add to traffic.” Which statement best describes the author’s view?

1. AOnline shopping is not convenient for anyone.
2. BOnline shopping should be banned in every town.
3. CLocal shops are always cheaper than any online stores.
4. DOnline shopping has drawbacks that are easy to miss.