Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

A flyer reads: “Free CPR class for parents. Saturday 10 a.m. at the community centre. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.” What should people bring to the class?

1. AA training dummy
2. BA first-aid kit
3. CA water bottle
4. DA packed lunch

A bus pass reads: “Valid for unlimited rides on 7 days in a row, counting the day of first use.” Amir used his pass for the first time on Monday. What is the last day he can use it?

1. ASunday
2. BMonday of the next week
3. CFriday
4. DSaturday

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. ARunning water
2. BIce
3. CA clean cloth
4. DCool water

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

“The children had been told not to touch the cake. When their mother came back, there was a finger-shaped hole in the icing and chocolate on Tom’s chin.” What can you infer?

1. AThe mother made a mistake.
2. BTom had tasted the cake.
3. CThe cake was not finished.
4. DTom does not like chocolate.

“Before you start the exam, read all the instructions. Write your name on every page. Answer the questions in any order, but show all your work.” Which action is allowed by the instructions?

1. AWriting only the final answers without work
2. BSkipping the instructions to save time
3. CAnswering question 5 before question 1
4. DWriting your name on the first page only

The author writes: “Since the city put up speed cameras, the number of crashes has fallen. The cameras also earned the city a lot of money in fines. Critics say this proves the cameras are only about money.” Why is the critics’ conclusion weak?

1. AEarning money does not rule out improving safety.
2. BCrashes increased after the cameras went up.
3. CThe cameras did not collect any money at all.
4. DThe critics do not live in the city.

A medicine label reads: “Take 1 capsule every 8 hours. Do not take with milk or antacids. Finish the full course even if you feel better.” A patient feels well after 3 days of a 7-day course. What should the patient do?

1. AKeep taking the capsules until the course is finished.
2. BStop taking the capsules because the symptoms are gone.
3. CTake the remaining capsules all at once with milk.
4. DTake one capsule a day for the rest of the week.