ESL Reading Comprehension 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Read the passage: 'The library opens at 9 a.m. on weekdays and at 10 a.m. on weekends. It closes at 8 p.m. every day.' What time does the library close on Saturday?
- 8 p.m. (Correct answer)
- 9 p.m.
- 10 p.m.
- 6 p.m.
Correct answer: 8 p.m.
The passage states the library closes at 8 p.m. every day, including Saturday.
Question 2: Read the sign: 'No food or drinks allowed inside. Violators will be asked to leave.' What happens if you bring food inside?
- You will be asked to leave (Correct answer)
- You will pay a fine
- You will receive a warning first
- Nothing happens
Correct answer: You will be asked to leave
The sign says violators will be asked to leave, which is the direct consequence stated.
Question 3: Read the sentence: 'Although Maria studied hard, she did not pass the exam.' What does 'although' signal in this sentence?
- A contrast between two ideas (Correct answer)
- A reason for something
- A sequence of events
- An example
Correct answer: A contrast between two ideas
'Although' introduces a contrast, showing that the expected result (passing) did not happen despite the effort (studying).
Question 4: Read the paragraph: 'Tom goes to the gym every morning. He lifts weights and runs on the treadmill. He drinks plenty of water throughout the day.' What is the main idea?
- Tom maintains a healthy and active lifestyle (Correct answer)
- Tom drinks a lot of water
- Tom prefers the treadmill over weights
- Tom goes to the gym only in the morning
Correct answer: Tom maintains a healthy and active lifestyle
All the details support the overall idea that Tom lives a healthy, active life.
Question 5: Read the sentence: 'The store will be CLOSED for renovations from July 5 to July 10.' If today is July 6, can you shop at the store?
- No, the store is closed (Correct answer)
- Yes, it opens at noon
- Yes, only online orders work
- No information is given
Correct answer: No, the store is closed
July 6 falls within the July 5–10 closure period, so the store is closed.
Question 6: Read the notice: 'Please return all borrowed items within two weeks. Late returns result in a $0.25 daily fee.' You borrowed a book 20 days ago. How many days of fees do you owe?
- 6 days (Correct answer)
- 20 days
- 14 days
- 2 days
Correct answer: 6 days
The 14-day loan period has passed, so you owe fees for 20 − 14 = 6 overdue days.
Question 7: Read the paragraph: 'First, boil the water. Then, add the pasta. Cook for ten minutes. Finally, drain the water.' Which word shows the LAST step?
- Finally (Correct answer)
- First
- Then
- Cook
Correct answer: Finally
'Finally' is a sequence signal word indicating the last step in the process.
ESL Reading Comprehension 2
Read the passage: 'The library opens at 9 a.m. on weekdays and at 10 a.m. on weekends.
It closes at 8 p.m. every day.' What time does the library close on Saturday?