Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

Ana’s grandmother keeps a small notebook by the phone. She writes down every doctor’s appointment, the name of each medicine she takes and the phone numbers of her children. Why does Ana’s grandmother most likely keep the notebook?

1. ATo practise her handwriting every day
2. BTo help her remember important information
3. CTo write stories for her grandchildren
4. DTo keep a list of her favourite recipes for dinner

Giraffes are the tallest land animals. Their long necks help them reach leaves high in trees that other animals cannot reach. How do long necks help giraffes?

1. AThey let giraffes reach leaves high in trees.
2. BThey keep giraffes warm at night.
3. CThey help giraffes drink from deep rivers.
4. DThey help giraffes run faster than lions.

A thermometer label says: “Clean the tip with alcohol before and after each use.” When should the tip be cleaned?

1. AOnly after each use
2. BOnly when it looks dirty
3. CBefore and after each use
4. DOnly once a week

“After the storm, the town came together. Neighbours cleared fallen trees, shared food and checked on elderly residents.” What is the main theme of the passage?

1. AThe best way to prepare for a storm
2. BPeople helping one another in hard times
3. CThe danger of living near old trees
4. DWhy older people should move away

“The pharmacist asked Mrs. Kim whether she took any other medicines, including vitamins and herbal products, before giving her the new prescription.” Why did the pharmacist most likely ask this?

1. ATo find out her date of birth
2. BTo sell her more vitamins
3. CTo check for possible interactions
4. DTo decide the colour of the medicine label

“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. AThird person, through Mrs. Grey’s thoughts
2. BFirst person, by Mrs. Grey herself
3. CFirst person, by a narrator who observes
4. DSecond person, addressing the reader

“When the reporter asked the mayor about the delayed bridge project, the mayor talked at length about the new park and the town’s low crime rate.” What does the mayor’s answer suggest?

1. AThe mayor answered the question fully.
2. BThe bridge project is already finished.
3. CThe park and the bridge are the same project.
4. DThe mayor avoided the question.

The author writes: “Online shopping is convenient, but it has hidden costs. Small local shops close, high streets empty and delivery vans add to traffic.” Which statement best describes the author’s view?

1. AOnline shopping has drawbacks that are easy to miss.
2. BOnline shopping is not convenient for anyone.
3. CLocal shops are always cheaper than any online stores.
4. DOnline shopping should be banned in every town.