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

“Amira was furious when she found that someone had taken her bike without asking. Her face turned red, and she stamped her foot.” What does “furious” mean?

1. AVery sad
2. BVery angry
3. CVery sleepy
4. DVery scared

A clinic sign reads: “Please turn off your mobile phone in the X-ray room.” Where must phones be turned off?

1. AAnywhere inside the clinic
2. BIn the X-ray room
3. CIn the waiting room
4. DIn the car park

Many people think goldfish have a memory of only three seconds. In fact, studies have shown that goldfish can remember things for months and can even be trained to respond to sounds. What does the passage say about goldfish?

1. AThey can remember things for three seconds only.
2. BThey can remember things for months.
3. CThey cannot learn anything at all.
4. DThey forget sounds very quickly.

“Basketball was invented in 1891 by James Naismith, a teacher in Massachusetts who wanted an indoor game for his students during the cold winter.” Why did Naismith invent basketball?

1. ATo start a professional league
2. BTo win a sports competition in Canada
3. CTo replace football at the school
4. DTo give students an indoor winter game

“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. BComparison
3. CCause and effect
4. DContrast

“Insurance card: Member: J. Smith. Plan: Basic. Covers: doctor visits, hospital stays. Does not cover: dental, eye care.” Which service would this plan NOT pay for?

1. AA week-long stay in hospital
2. BA dental check-up
3. CA visit to the doctor
4. DA night in hospital

The author writes: “All of my neighbours who drink coffee are energetic. So coffee must give everyone energy.” What is the flaw in this reasoning?

1. AIt uses facts instead of personal opinions.
2. BIt generalises from a small, unusual group.
3. CIt gives too many examples to be useful.
4. DIt does not mention the price of coffee.

“The surgeon, who had performed the operation hundreds of times, still reviewed every step the night before.” What does this detail reveal about the surgeon?

1. AThe surgeon is careful despite great experience.
2. BThe surgeon is new and unsure of the procedure.
3. CThe surgeon now finds this operation dull and boring.
4. DThe surgeon has forgotten how to operate.