阅读理解（入学考试）练习卷（附答案）

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

“Sara loves to read. For example, she finishes two or three books every week.” What does the phrase “For example” show?

1. AA different opinion is about to be given.
2. BThe second sentence disagrees with the first.
3. CThe writer is about to end the story here.
4. DAn example supporting the first sentence follows.

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

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

“Unlike frogs, which have smooth, moist skin, toads usually have dry, bumpy skin. Toads also tend to spend more time on land.” What is the main purpose of the passage?

1. ATo compare frogs and toads
2. BTo argue that toads make good pets
3. CTo describe where toads lay eggs
4. DTo explain how frogs breathe

“Many people believe bulls are angered by the colour red. In fact, bulls cannot see red well. They react to the movement of the cape, not its colour.” What is the purpose of the passage?

1. ATo tell a story about a famous bull
2. BTo correct a common belief
3. CTo describe how bulls are raised on farms
4. DTo persuade people to stop bullfighting

“Jess studied the map carefully, then folded it and set off down the left-hand trail without hesitating.” What does “without hesitating” suggest?

1. AShe had never seen a map.
2. BShe secretly wanted to go back home.
3. CShe was lost and confused.
4. DShe was sure which way to go.

“I have taught for 25 years,” the principal said. “I have seen many fashions come and go. But I have never seen a fashion that improved learning as much as a good night’s sleep.” What is the principal’s main point?

1. ASleep matters more than passing education trends.
2. BTeachers should follow every new fashion.
3. CEducation never changes over 25 years.
4. DStudents should stay up late at night to study more.

“Dear Editor, I have lived on Elm Street for forty years. The council’s plan to cut down the old oak trees for wider pavements would destroy the character of our street. I urge readers to attend Thursday’s meeting.” What is the writer’s main goal?

1. ATo describe the writer’s forty years at home
2. BTo thank the council for wider pavements
3. CTo get readers to oppose the plan at the meeting
4. DTo tell readers about the long history of oak trees