Reading comprehension (entrance exams) worksheet with answers

“Jake gobbled his lunch in two minutes so he could get back to the football game.” What does “gobbled” mean?

1. AShared with friends
2. BThrew it away
3. CAte very slowly
4. DAte very quickly

Penguins cannot fly, but they are excellent swimmers. Their wings work like flippers, and they can dive deep to catch fish. How do penguins use their wings?

1. AAs flippers for swimming
2. BFor keeping their eggs warm
3. CFor flying long distances
4. DFor digging nests in the ice

“The sky grew dark, the wind picked up and the first heavy drops began to fall.” What is most likely about to happen?

1. AA snowfall in summer
2. BA heat wave
3. CA storm
4. DA sunrise

A recipe says: “Preheat the oven to 180 °C. While the oven heats, mix the flour and sugar. Add the eggs and milk, stir until smooth, and pour into a greased tin.” What should be done while the oven is heating?

1. AGrease the oven shelves
2. BMix the flour and sugar
3. CAdd the eggs and milk
4. DPour the batter into the tin

“Dear residents, the lift (elevator) in Block A will be out of service from Monday to Wednesday. We apologise for the inconvenience. Residents who need help with heavy items may call the caretaker.” What is the main purpose of the message?

1. ATo ask residents to repair the lift themselves
2. BTo announce that Block A is closing for good
3. CTo introduce a new caretaker
4. DTo inform residents about the lift and offer help

“The storm knocked down power lines across the county. Schools closed, and many families spent the night by candlelight.” What was the effect of the fallen power lines?

1. AFamilies bought new power lines.
2. BMany homes had no electricity.
3. CThe storm became stronger.
4. DSchools opened earlier the next day.

Read the two statements. Statement 1: “Walking 30 minutes a day lowers the risk of heart disease.” Statement 2: “Walking is the most enjoyable form of exercise.” Which is true?

1. AStatement 1 is an opinion; Statement 2 is a fact.
2. BStatement 1 can be tested; Statement 2 is an opinion.
3. CBoth statements are opinions.
4. DBoth statements are proven facts.

“Supporters of the new law say it will reduce noise at night. Opponents say it will hurt businesses that stay open late. Both sides agree that residents deserve a good night’s sleep.” On what do both sides agree?

1. AThe law will hurt late-night businesses.
2. BBusinesses should close at sunset.
3. CResidents should be able to sleep well.
4. DThe law will reduce noise at night.