Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

Before giving blood, donors answer questions about their health and have their blood pressure and iron level checked. If the checks are normal, they donate about half a litre of blood, then rest and have a snack. What happens after the health checks are normal?

1. AThe donor goes home straight away.
2. BThe donor has the blood pressure and iron level checked again.
3. CThe donor gives about half a litre of blood.
4. DThe donor answers health questions.

Each year the town plants trees in the park. This spring, volunteers planted 40 oak trees and 25 maple trees. How many trees did the volunteers plant this spring?

1. A65
2. B40
3. C25
4. D15

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. ASmall insects and worms
2. BEucalyptus leaves
3. CGrass and seeds
4. DBamboo shoots

“The road was icy, so Dad drove slowly and kept a long distance from the car in front.” Why did Dad drive this way?

1. ATo arrive at work early
2. BTo drive safely on the slippery road
3. CTo save fuel on the long journey
4. DTo let the car in front pass him

“Although the hiking trail was steep and rocky, the view from the top made the climb worthwhile.” What does the author suggest?

1. AThe hikers decided not to reach the top.
2. BThe trail was easy and flat all the way.
3. CThe view was worth the difficult climb.
4. DThe view was disappointing after the climb.

A medicine label reads: “Take one tablet twice daily with food. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.” What can you infer from the label?

1. AThe medicine should be taken once a day.
2. BThe medicine may cause drowsiness.
3. CThe medicine must be taken on an empty stomach.
4. DThe medicine is safe to mix with alcohol.

The author writes: “A famous actor says she uses Glow cream every day, so it must be good for your skin.” Why is this weak evidence?

1. ASkin cream can only be sold by doctors.
2. BActors never use skin cream.
3. CFame is not expertise in skin care.
4. DThe actor did not say how often she used it.

The author writes: “Some argue that we should spend money on space exploration only after solving problems on Earth. But research for space has led to inventions used in medicine and everyday life.” What is the purpose of the second sentence?

1. ATo argue that space travel should end
2. BTo agree that Earth’s problems come first
3. CTo show that space research also benefits Earth
4. DTo explain how rockets are built