Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

“The cat crept slowly across the grass, keeping low, its eyes fixed on the bird.” What is the cat most likely trying to do?

1. ACatch the bird
2. BPlay with a ball
3. CGo to sleep
4. DFind its owner

The first step in treating a minor burn is to cool it under cool running water for about 20 minutes. Do not use ice, which can damage the skin further. What should you NOT use on a minor burn?

1. AA clean cloth
2. BRunning water
3. CCool water
4. DIce

Earthworms help gardens. As they tunnel through the soil, they let in air and water. Their waste also adds nutrients that plants need. According to the passage, how do earthworms help plants?

1. AThey keep the soil dry during heavy rain.
2. BThey let air and water into the soil.
3. CThey eat the insects that harm plant leaves.
4. DThey carry seeds to new parts of the garden.

“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 follow a dress code for visitors
2. BTo prevent the spread of infection
3. CTo keep the patient warm and comfortable
4. DTo keep her uniform clean for lunch

Paragraph: “Many students struggle to focus at home. Phones buzz, family members talk, and the TV is often on. A quiet library can be a better place to study.” What is the author’s main point?

1. AFamilies should watch less TV in the evening.
2. BA library may be a better place to study.
3. CStudents study best with friends at home.
4. DStudents should turn off their phones at night.

“Water covers about 71 percent of Earth’s surface. Most of that water is salt water in the oceans. Only a small share is fresh water, and much of it is frozen in ice caps and glaciers.” What can you conclude from the passage?

1. AWater covers less than half of Earth’s surface.
2. BIce caps hold most of the salt water on Earth.
3. CMost of Earth’s water is fresh and easy to drink.
4. DFresh liquid water is only a small part of Earth’s water.

“The kettle whistled, but Sarah did not move. She was staring at the letter in her hands, reading the same line again and again.” What can you infer?

1. AThe letter is a shopping list for the week.
2. BSarah is waiting for the tea to cool down.
3. CThe letter contains news that has shocked her.
4. DSarah cannot hear the kettle whistling in the kitchen.

“Maya had moved schools four times in six years. On her first day at the new school, she didn’t unpack her locker. ‘No point,’ she told herself.” Why most likely did Maya not unpack?

1. AShe planned to share a locker.
2. BShe had forgotten to bring her things.
3. CShe disliked the locker’s colour.
4. DShe expected to move again before long.