阅读理解（入学考试）练习卷（附答案）

The instructions on a box of tissues say: “Pull one tissue from the slot at the top. The next tissue will pop up automatically.” What happens after you pull out one tissue?

1. AThe tissues fall out the bottom.
2. BThe next tissue pops up on its own.
3. CThe slot closes automatically.
4. DThe box must be opened again.

Carrots grow underground. The part we eat is the root, which stores food for the plant. Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is important for eyesight. Which part of the carrot plant do we eat?

1. AThe seeds
2. BThe leaves
3. CThe flower
4. DThe root

“Omar was elated when he heard he had passed his driving test. He jumped up and down and hugged his instructor.” What does “elated” mean?

1. AVery nervous
2. BVery happy
3. CVery angry
4. DVery tired

“After weeks of practice, Mei could finally play the whole piece without looking at the music.” What does “finally” suggest?

1. AIt took her a long time to succeed.
2. BShe played it for the last time.
3. CShe learned it on the first day.
4. DShe gave up the piano after that.

“Tara volunteered to stay late, helped a new colleague with her first report and never complained about the extra work.” Which word best describes Tara?

1. ARude
2. BLazy
3. CHelpful
4. DSelfish

Wetlands such as marshes and swamps act like natural sponges. They soak up rainwater and release it slowly, which reduces flooding downstream. They also filter pollution from the water. Which sentence best summarises the passage?

1. AWetlands are found only near the ocean.
2. BWetlands cause flooding after heavy rain.
3. CWetlands reduce flooding and clean water.
4. DSwamps are more useful than marshes.

“The bakery’s sales rose by 30% after it began selling coffee. The owner wonders whether to start selling sandwiches as well.” What can be reasonably inferred?

1. ACoffee lost the bakery money.
2. BSandwiches will raise sales by exactly 30%.
3. CThe bakery stopped selling bread.
4. DAdding coffee seems to have helped sales.

Passage A: “Hospital food should be cooked fresh on site to improve taste.” Passage B: “Cooking on site costs more and needs more kitchen staff.” Which question would best help decide between the two views?

1. AWhat colour are the hospital’s food trays?
2. BWhen was the hospital kitchen first built?
3. CHow many patients like to eat breakfast?
4. DDo the benefits justify the extra cost?