Reading Test A Reading Test B

FACT OR MYTH? FACT OR MYTH?

1. What is the cause of the common cold? 1. Can antibiotics cure a cold?
a) Viruses a) Yes, because they kill the virus causing the
b) Exposure to cold weather cold.
c) Walking around with wet hair b) No, but they can help relieve symptoms.
d) Eating fatty foods c) Yes, but only if taken in large doses.
d) No, because the common cold is caused by a
2. What is the recommended treatment for a
virus and antibiotics only work against bacterial
cold?
infections.
a) Antibiotics
b) Rest and fluids 2. What causes acne?
c) Painkillers a) Eating fatty foods
d) All of the above b) Exposure to sunlight
c) Overproduction of skin oil
3. How should you wash your face if you have
d) Lack of exercise
acne?
a) Wash strongly to remove excess oil. 3. What are some possible causes of arthritis?
b) Use hot water and harsh soaps. a) Viral infections
c) Wash gently twice a day and don’t rub the skin b) Overuse of joints
too hard. c) Lack of exercise
d) Don't wash your face at all. d) All of the above
4. Is cholesterol entirely bad for your health? 4. Can diet affect cholesterol levels in the body?
a) Yes, cholesterol is entirely bad for your health. a) It’s difficult to reduce cholesterol in the body
b) No, cholesterol is essential for life and is through diet.
produced naturally by the body. b) It’s easy to reduce cholesterol in the body
through diet.
5. What are some negative side effects of
caffeine? 5. Does chewing gum have any nutritional value?
a) Addictiveness a) No, chewing gum has no nutritional value.
b) Headaches b) Yes, chewing gum provides important
c) Irritability nutrients.
d) Restlessness
e) All of the above
Reading Test A Reading Test B

FACT OR MYTH? FACT OR MYTH?

1. What is the cause of the common cold?
a) Viruses
b) Exposure to cold weather
c) Walking around with wet hair
d) Eating fatty foods
2. How can you prevent catching a cold?
a) Eating a lot of fatty foods
b) Staying indoors during winter
c) Washing your hands regularly
d) Going to bed late
3. Is the cause of arthritis fully understood by
doctors?
a) Yes, doctors know exactly what causes
arthritis.
b) No, the cause of arthritis is still not fully
understood.
4. Is cholesterol entirely bad for your health?
a) Yes, cholesterol is entirely bad for your health.
b) No, cholesterol is essential for life and is
produced naturally by the body.
5. What are some negative side effects of
caffeine?
a) Addictiveness
b) Headaches
c) Irritability
d) Restlessness
e) All of the above
1. Can antibiotics cure a cold?
a) Yes, because they kill the virus causing the
cold.
b) No, but they can help relieve symptoms.
c) Yes, but only if taken in large doses.
d) No, because the common cold is caused by a
virus and antibiotics only work against bacterial
infections.
2. Is there a link between fatty foods and acne?
a) Yes, eating fatty foods can cause acne.
b) Only certain types of fatty foods can cause
acne.
c) No, research has failed to find a connection
between the two.
d) It depends on the individual's skin type.
4. What factors are more likely to lead to heart
attacks than cholesterol levels?
a) Lack of exercise
b) Smoking
c) Stress
d) High blood pressure
e) All of the above
4. Can diet affect cholesterol levels in the body?
a) It’s difficult to reduce cholesterol in the body
through diet.
b) It’s easy to reduce cholesterol in the body
through diet.
5. Does chewing gum have any nutritional value?
a) No, chewing gum has no nutritional value.
b) Yes, chewing gum provides important
nutrients.