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

Snakes flick their tongues in and out to pick up scents from the air. This helps them find food and sense danger. Why do snakes flick their tongues?

1. ATo pick up scents from the air around them
2. BTo warn other snakes away
3. CTo clean dust off their faces and eyes
4. DTo cool their bodies down

Elephants use their trunks for many tasks. They breathe and smell through them, pick up food, drink water and even greet other elephants. What is the main idea of the passage?

1. AAn elephant’s trunk has many uses.
2. BElephants drink a lot of water.
3. CElephants greet one another often.
4. DElephants have a strong sense of smell.

“Every morning, Mr. Patel opened his bakery at 5 a.m. By 7 a.m., a line of customers stretched down the street.” What can you infer about the bakery?

1. AIt is popular with many customers.
2. BIt opens later than other shops.
3. CIt is closing down soon.
4. DIt sells only one type of bread.

To make a cup of tea, first boil the water. Next, put a tea bag in the cup and pour the hot water over it. Let it steep for three to five minutes, then remove the bag and add milk if you like. Which step comes immediately before removing the tea bag?

1. ALetting the tea steep for three to five minutes
2. BAdding milk
3. CBoiling the water
4. DPutting the tea bag in the cup

The author says: “Some argue that homework is a waste of time. Yet research shows that a moderate amount of homework can improve test scores for older students.” How does the author respond to the argument against homework?

1. ABy presenting research that supports some homework
2. BBy telling a personal story about homework from school
3. CBy ignoring the argument completely
4. DBy agreeing that homework is a waste of time

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. COutdoor play has no risks for children at all.
4. DParents worry too little about their children.

“The marathon was a test of will as much as of strength. By mile 20, Ana’s legs burned, but she pictured her mother waiting at the finish line and kept going.” What does the phrase “a test of will” mean here?

1. AA written exam about running
2. BA legal document about property
3. CA test of how fast her legs are
4. DA challenge of determination