CASAS Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

A store sign reads: "Open Monday–Friday 9 AM to 6 PM. Closed weekends and holidays." Can you shop there on Saturday?

Accepted Answer

No, it is closed on weekends

Answer

The sign says the store is closed on weekends, and Saturday is a weekend day.

Question 2

A medicine label says: "Take 1 tablet every 8 hours. Do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours." What is the most tablets allowed per day?

Accepted Answer

3

Answer

The label states not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours.

Question 3

An email says: "Your appointment is confirmed for Tuesday at 2:00 PM. Please arrive 15 minutes early." What time should you arrive?

Accepted Answer

1:45 PM

Answer

Arriving 15 minutes before 2:00 PM means 1:45 PM.

Question 4

A recipe states: "Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown." What is the main clue that the food is done?

Accepted Answer

The color turns golden brown

Answer

The recipe gives "golden brown" as the visual sign of doneness.

Question 5

A job ad says: "Applicants must have a valid driver's license and two years of experience." What are the two requirements?

Accepted Answer

A license and experience

Answer

The ad lists a valid driver's license and two years of experience.

CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System) Practice Test