EPS-TOPIK reading practice test 9 for Philippines learners

Read a short farm work instruction passage and answer three beginner EPS-TOPIK reading questions with answers and simple explanations.

Short passage: Farm Work Instruction

Leo is preparing for work at a Korean farm. The work starts at 6:30 a.m., but all workers must arrive ten minutes early.

Today the notice says: "Pick only red tomatoes today." It also says workers should put damaged tomatoes in a separate box before work.

There is one problem: rain is expected in the afternoon. The best action is to finish outside work before lunch.

Practice questions with answers

Question 1. What time does the work start?

  1. A. 6:00 p.m.
  2. B. 6:30 a.m.
  3. C. 12:30 p.m.
  4. D. 10:00 p.m.

Answer: B. The passage says the work starts at 6:30 a.m..

Question 2. What does the notice tell workers to do?

  1. A. Leave work early today
  2. B. Skip the safety check
  3. C. Pick only red tomatoes today
  4. D. Go home before lunch

Answer: C. The notice says: "Pick only red tomatoes today."

Question 3. What is the best action for the problem?

  1. A. Ignore the problem
  2. B. Start the machine quickly
  3. C. Leave the workplace without telling anyone
  4. D. finish outside work before lunch

Answer: D. Because rain is expected in the afternoon, the worker should finish outside work before lunch.

Study tips

  • Remember the keyword "separate box" before answering.
  • Find time, place, and action words first.
  • Read the final sentence carefully because it often gives the best action.