Reading Mock Test

Free diving is swimming underwater while holding your breath. A diver takes a deep breath before going down. Then the diver moves slowly and stays calm. Moving too fast uses up air more quickly. Many free divers wear long fins to help them glide through the water. They also come back to the surface before they feel too tired.

A blue marlin is a powerful fish that lives in the ocean. It has a long, pointed bill and can swim very fast. People who fish for blue marlin need strong rods, sturdy line, and lots of patience. Sometimes a boat travels far offshore before the crew even sees one. When a marlin bites, the fish may leap and pull hard before it is brought near the boat.

To make hard-boiled eggs, place the eggs in a pot and cover them with water. Put the pot on the stove and heat it until the water boils. After that, turn off the heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water. When the eggs are done, cool them in cold water. This helps make them easier to peel.

A kite rises when wind pushes against it. The string keeps the kite from blowing away. A person on the ground controls the kite by holding the string and making small pulls. A kite usually flies best when there is a steady breeze. If the air is still, the kite may fall because nothing is lifting it.

A simple clock needs parts that work together. The clock face shows the numbers. The hands point to the time. Inside the clock, a small battery gives power to the movement. The movement helps the hands turn at the correct speed. If one part is missing, the clock may not work.