Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

Sunscreen protects the skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause sunburn and skin cancer. Experts advise using a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and putting it on again every two hours outdoors. What does the passage say about reapplying sunscreen?

1. AIt is not needed at all with a sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher.
2. BIt should be put on once in the morning only.
3. CIt should be put on only when it is very sunny.
4. DIt should be put on again every two hours outdoors.

The giant panda eats mostly bamboo. An adult can spend up to 14 hours a day eating, because bamboo provides little energy. Pandas live in mountain forests in central China. Why do pandas spend so many hours eating?

1. ABamboo is hard to find in China.
2. BPandas eat many different foods.
3. CBamboo provides little energy.
4. DPandas live in cold mountains.

“Pedro opened the fridge, but it was empty except for a bottle of ketchup. He sighed and picked up his car keys.” What is Pedro most likely going to do?

1. AGo to buy food
2. BGo to sleep
3. CMake a big dinner
4. DClean the fridge

Kelp is a type of large brown algae that grows in cold ocean water. Kelp forests provide food and shelter for many animals, including sea otters, which eat the sea urchins that feed on kelp. How do sea otters help kelp forests?

1. AThey eat the kelp before it grows too tall.
2. BThey plant new kelp on the ocean floor.
3. CThey keep the water warm for the kelp.
4. DThey eat the sea urchins that feed on kelp.

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

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

“The patient’s blood pressure was stable throughout the night, with every reading close to the one before.” What does “stable” mean here?

1. AToo low to measure
2. BRising quickly
3. CGetting harder to read
4. DNot changing much

“The hospital cut its use of paper by 40 percent after switching to electronic records. Staff said finding patient information became faster. A few older staff members needed extra training.” Which statement is best supported?

1. AEvery member of staff needed extra training.
2. BThe switch had benefits but also required some training.
3. CThe switch made finding information slower.
4. DThe switch increased the amount of paper used.

A medication guide says: “Store below 25 °C. Keep out of reach of children. Discard 28 days after opening.” A bottle was opened on March 3. On which date should it be discarded?

1. AMarch 31
2. BMarch 28
3. CApril 3
4. DMarch 25