Fifteen minutes long, because you're in a hurry, and we're not that smart.

Yds Reading Passages May 2026

Some test-takers scan the questions to know what to look for — especially keywords like names, numbers, or transitions (however, therefore).

An answer that sounds plausible but is not necessitated by the text. Example: “The author is a biologist.” The passage may discuss biology, but unless stated or directly implied (e.g., “as a biologist, I believe”), it’s an overreach. yds reading passages

Topic: Technology & Psychology Level: B2 / C1 Some test-takers scan the questions to know what

Here, a sentence is removed from the passage. You must choose the most logical sentence to restore coherence. This tests discourse markers and referential links. or transitions ( however