Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

Koalas live in eastern Australia. They eat mainly the leaves of eucalyptus trees and sleep for many hours each day. What do koalas mainly eat?

1. ABamboo shoots
2. BGrass and seeds
3. CEucalyptus leaves
4. DSmall insects and worms

A rainbow can appear when sunlight shines through raindrops. The drops bend the light and split it into different colours. What causes a rainbow?

1. AClouds blocking the sunlight
2. BMoonlight on the sea
3. CWind blowing the rain sideways
4. DSunlight passing through raindrops

Carrots grow underground. The part we eat is the root, which stores food for the plant. Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is important for eyesight. Which part of the carrot plant do we eat?

1. AThe seeds
2. BThe leaves
3. CThe root
4. DThe flower

A nutrition label shows per serving: 200 calories, 10 g fat, 25 g carbohydrate, 4 g protein. A person eats two servings. How much protein did the person eat?

1. A8 g
2. B20 g
3. C4 g
4. D50 g

“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 follow a dress code for visitors
3. CTo keep her uniform clean for lunch
4. DTo keep the patient warm and comfortable

“I watched as Mrs. Grey slowly climbed the steps, stopping on each one to catch her breath. ‘She’s getting older,’ I thought sadly.” From which point of view is the story told?

1. AFirst person, by a narrator who observes
2. BSecond person, addressing the reader
3. CFirst person, by Mrs. Grey herself
4. DThird person, through Mrs. Grey’s thoughts

The author writes: “Since the town banned plastic bags, litter on the beach has fallen. Therefore, the ban is the only reason the beach is cleaner.” What is the main weakness of this argument?

1. AThe author does not say who lives near the beach.
2. BOther changes may also have reduced the litter.
3. CThe author gives no date for the ban.
4. DPlastic bags are not really a type of beach litter.

“Emma had practised her speech for weeks. When she stood before the crowd, her hands trembled, but her voice came out clear and strong.” Which statement best describes Emma at that moment?

1. AUnprepared and unsure of her words
2. BNervous inside but still able to speak well
3. CCalm and completely without fear
4. DAngry at the crowd for watching her so closely