阅读理解（入学考试）练习卷（附答案）

“The ancient castle stood on a hill overlooking the village.” Which word means the same as “ancient” in this sentence?

1. AVery old
2. BVery tall
3. CVery modern
4. DVery small

The word “volcano” comes from Vulcan, the Roman god of fire. A volcano is an opening in Earth’s crust through which melted rock, ash and gases escape. Where does the word “volcano” come from?

1. AA scientist who studied ash
2. BThe name of a Roman god of fire
3. CThe name of a mountain in Greece
4. DA word for melted rock

Hannah lost her library card. She went to the front desk, showed her ID and paid a small fee. The librarian printed a new card for her. What did Hannah show at the front desk?

1. AHer old card
2. BHer library books
3. CHer receipt
4. DHer ID

“By the end of the first week, Aisha had memorised the names of all thirty children in her class. By the end of the month, she knew which of them liked maths and which loved drawing.” What can you infer about Aisha?

1. AShe is a nurse checking the health of the children.
2. BShe is a parent helping out at the school for one day.
3. CShe is a new pupil who keeps forgetting names.
4. DShe is a teacher who takes an interest in her pupils.

“Insurance card: Member: J. Smith. Plan: Basic. Covers: doctor visits, hospital stays. Does not cover: dental, eye care.” Which service would this plan NOT pay for?

1. AA dental check-up
2. BA night in hospital
3. CA week-long stay in hospital
4. DA visit to the doctor

“The vet told the Lees that their dog was overweight. She advised smaller meals, fewer treats and a longer walk each day.” What can you conclude about the vet’s advice?

1. AIt aims to teach the dog new tricks.
2. BIt aims to help the dog lose weight.
3. CIt aims to cure the dog’s fear of walks.
4. DIt aims to help the dog gain weight.

A product label reads: “Contains 200 mg of ibuprofen per tablet. Adults: 1–2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.” What is the most ibuprofen an adult may take in 24 hours according to the label?

1. A600 mg
2. B1200 mg
3. C2400 mg
4. D400 mg

Paula wrote: “Our hospital cafeteria now offers more fresh fruit and fewer fried foods. Since the change, sales of fruit have doubled. Clearly, every employee is now eating a healthy diet.” Why is Paula’s last statement not well supported?

1. AFruit sales actually went down after the cafeteria changed its menu.
2. BHigher fruit sales do not show what every employee eats.
3. CFried foods are healthier than fresh fruit.
4. DThe cafeteria did not change its menu at all.