Readings Flashcards
Which of the following contains only key points of the passage?
There are frightening noises in the office. Shia goes home, Shia sends his boss a test
There is a thump like a dropped bowling ball, aloud crush, and the tinkling of shattered glass
Shia is working at his computer, there is a little light, and no one else should be in the building
Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work
Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work
Which of the following is the topic except?
A mysterious experience from work
A building with poor lighting and security
An employee who is easily scared
A bosses expectations of an employee
A mysterious experience from work
Which of the following is the tone of the passage?
Witty
Aggressive
Incredulous
Tense
Tense
Which of the following from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century?
His office was on the thirteenth floor, far too high to get much more then a faint glow from the street lights below
Shia froe, as if he were caught by the glaze of…
He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: I don’t think I can work anymore
Shia didn’t stop running until he Burt the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car
He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: I don’t think I can work anymore
Which of the following sources would be the best resolve other suspense novels?
A public library’s digital catalog
A online review of the novel
A New York Times bestseller list
An encyclopedia entry about suspense genre
A public library’s digital catalog
The best part about going to the theatre is the feeling of being transported into story. As soon as the curtains rises, you can forget about the chairs that make you feel like you’ve been squished into a sardine can and embrace whenever the story takes you., if only for a short while. The emotions in the play become your emotions. The lives of the characters become your life. From a drama about a financial crisis to a comedy about a play gone wrong, there is no limit where the theatre can take you.
- Which of the following best describes the authors experience in the theatre?
Like you’re in an emotionless state
No limit to where the theatre can take you
The theatre can transport you onto the stage o Like you’ve been squished into a sardine can.
No limit to where the theatre can take you
The best part about going to the theatre is the feeling of being transported into story. As soon as the curtains rises, you can forget about the chairs that make you feel like you’ve been squished into a sardine can and embrace whenever the story takes you., if only for a short while. The emotions in the play become your emotions. The lives of the characters become your life. From a drama about a financial crisis to a comedy about a play gone wrong, there is no limit where the theatre can take you.
- Using evidence from the passage which of the following conclusions about the author can the reader make
o They are overly emotional and …..
o They would rather be at a concert
o They go to the theatre as often as possible
o They enjoy the decor of most theatres
They go to the theatre as often as possible
The best part about going to the theatre is the feeling of being transported into story. As soon as the curtains rises, you can forget about the chairs that make you feel like you’ve been squished into a sardine can and embrace whenever the story takes you., if only for a short while. The emotions in the play become your emotions. The lives of the characters become your life. From a drama about a financial crisis to a comedy about a play gone wrong, there is no limit where the theatre can take you.
- From the passage, which of the following statements represents a logic conclusion about the author
o The author loves to attend theatrical productions
o The author prefers musical comedies
o The author also enjoys concerts and movie
o The author finds theatre seating comfortable.
The author loves to attend theatrical productions
Lexington and Concord
The majority of history scholars agree that the open warfare portion of the American War for Independence began in two small Massachusetts towns: Lexington and Concord. To stop the British from discovering military supplies hidden in Concord, the American Minutemen attempted to stall or halt the British Regulars in Lexington Common.
While the opposing factions were facing off against one another, a shot was fired from an unknown source, causing hostilities to break into violence. After the skirmish at Lexington settled, multiple people from both sides lay dead and the British continued their way toward Concord.
. Which of the following could accurately subtitle this passage?
The start of the revolution
American march from the sea
The full armies face off
In the state of Massachusetts
The start of the revolution
Lexington and Concord
The majority of history scholars agree that the open warfare portion of the American War for Independence began in two small Massachusetts towns: Lexington and Concord. To stop the British from discovering military supplies hidden in Concord, the American Minutemen attempted to stall or halt the British Regulars in Lexington Common.
While the opposing factions were facing off against one another, a shot was fired from an unknown source, causing hostilities to break into violence. After the skirmish at Lexington settled, multiple people from both sides lay dead and the British continued their way toward Concord.
Which of the following best describes the theme of the passage?
o Patronizing
o Sceptical
o Objective
o Nostalgic
Objective
Lexington and Concord
The majority of history scholars agree that the open warfare portion of the American War for Independence began in two small Massachusetts towns: Lexington and Concord. To stop the British from discovering military supplies hidden in Concord, the American Minutemen attempted to stall or halt the British Regulars in Lexington Common.
While the opposing factions were facing off against one another, a shot was fired from an unknown source, causing hostilities to break into violence. After the skirmish at Lexington settled, multiple people from both sides lay dead and the British continued their way toward Concord.
- Which of the following is the purpose of the passage?
o To express
o To inform
o To persuade
o To entertain
To inform
Tipping in Restaurants
Research shows that tipping in a restaurant has little to no effect on service. What tipping does do is enable restauranteurs to pay less than the federal minimum wage to servers and depend on customers to make up the difference between servers’ salaries and the minimum wage. The U.S federal minimum wage for servers is $2.13 per hour. Although minimum wage varies from state to state, it is safe to say that customers are paying the lion’s share of servers’ salaries. This practice leads to resentment on the part of customers and it devalues servers. It’s time to abolish tipping and pay employees a living wage. The result may well be happy servers who provide excellent service to grateful customers.
Which of the following is the writers main argument?
The system of tipping should be abolished and servers should be paid a living wage
Customers are resentful of having to help pay the salaries of servers
The federal rate fervor servers is low
Servers should provide excellent service no matter how much they make
The system of tipping should be abolished and servers should be paid a living wage
Tipping in Restaurants
Research shows that tipping in a restaurant has little to no effect on service. What tipping does do is enable restauranteurs to pay less than the federal minimum wage to servers and depend on customers to make up the difference between servers’ salaries and the minimum wage. The U.S federal minimum wage for servers is $2.13 per hour. Although minimum wage varies from state to state, it is safe to say that customers are paying the lion’s share of servers’ salaries. This practice leads to resentment on the part of customers and it devalues servers. It’s time to abolish tipping and pay employees a living wage. The result may well be happy servers who provide excellent service to
- Which of the following is evidence the writer provide to support the main argument?
o Customers pay a large percentage of server’s salaries
o Minimum wage varies from state to state
o Customers are grateful for excellent service
o Servers do not provide good service because of their low pay.
Customers pay a large percentage of servers salaries
Hedy Lamarr, the Inventor
Hedy Lamarr was a woman of many talents. She was first known as a European film actress in the 1930s and early 1940s. Some of her popular films included Boom Town (1940) and White Cargo (1942); however, her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored. To relieve this boredom, Lamarr took up inventing.
Hedy Lamarr did not have any formal training, but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time. Although she had a number of failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink, Lamarr did not stop coming up with ideas. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon.
During World War II, Lamarr learned that one of the military’s new technologies, radio- controlled torpedoes, were too easily jammed and redirected. She came up with a type of radio signal that changed, or “hopped,” frequencies and was unable to be tracked or disrupted. With the assistance of her friend George Antheil, she was able to design the system and patent it in August 1942.
Unfortunately, the United States Navy was not interested. The technology of the era wasn’t quite good enough to easily implement Lamarr’s system, and the Navy was not particularly interested in civilian inventions at the time. It wasn’t until 20 years later, during the Ciban Missile Crisis, that a version of Lamarr’s system began appearing on Navy ships.
The work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency-hopping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today. Their work led to the development of cell phones, Bluetooth, and WiFi. Just think, we might not have any of those things if Hedy Lamarr had been given more interesting roles.
Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from Hedy Lamar’s acting career?
o Hedy lamarr was the first European actress of the 1990s
o Hedy lamarr wanted more opportunities to speak while acting
o Hedy lamarr was content with her contribution to..
o Hedy lamarr worked in America films with…..
Hedy Lamar wanted more opportunities to speak while acting
Hedy Lamarr was a woman of many talents. She was first known as a European film actress in the 1930s and early 1940s. Some of her popular films included Boom Town (1940) and White Cargo (1942); however, her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored. To relieve this boredom, Lamarr took up inventing.
Hedy Lamarr did not have any formal training, but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time. Although she had a number of failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink, Lamarr did not stop coming up with ideas. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon.
During World War II, Lamarr learned that one of the military’s new technologies, radio- controlled torpedoes, were too easily jammed and redirected. She came up with a type of radio signal that changed, or “hopped,” frequencies and was unable to be tracked or disrupted. With the assistance of her friend George Antheil, she was able to design the system and patent it in August 1942.
Unfortunately, the United States Navy was not interested. The technology of the era wasn’t quite good enough to easily implement Lamarr’s system, and the Navy was not particularly interested in civilian inventions at the time. It wasn’t until 20 years later, during the Ciban Missile Crisis, that a version of Lamarr’s system began appearing on Navy ships.
The work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency-hopping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today. Their work led to the development of cell phones, Bluetooth, and WiFi. Just think, we might not have any of those things if Hedy Lamarr had been given more interesting roles.
Which of the following conclusions can be drawn as to why the us was not interested in Lamar’s invention?
Hollywood was known to contain spies
The navy preferred to use the work of military engineers
The military was too occupied to consider new inventions
They suspect her patient was valid
The navy preferred to use the work of military engineers
Which of the following can the reader infer about the authors point of view when they state: “the work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency- hoping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today”?
The author believes that we have underestimated the value of the contributions of lesser known investors
o The author believes that the frequency-hopping system has damaged the potential of modern electronics
o The author believes that the work of Lamarr and Antheil was instrumental to victory in World War II
o The author believes we spend too much time using technologies derived from Lamarr’s work.
Author believes that we have underestimated the value of the contributions of lesser known investors
- Which of the following is statements supports the claim the Hedy Lamarr made significant contributions to the advancement of technology?
o The technology of the era wasn’t good enough to easily implement Lamarr’s system
o She spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard
Hughes, the aviation tycoon
o She had many failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated
drink
o Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and WI-FI.
… but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time
Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth and wifi
The office memo
To: staff
From: CEO
Date; June 18, 2021
Subject: Naps
Employees,
In the recent company-wide audits, many employees have reported fatigue at work. Combined with our acquisition of 10 major projects this year, I’m concerned about our employees’ productivity and health.
According to a 2008 study, napping for 60 minutes helped improve verbal memory, motor skills, and perceptual learning better than caffeine. Many successful companies have adopted the practice of work naps, in industries like tech, manufacturing – even NASA! Starting today, we will be providing a designated nap room in each office building near the gym and cafeteria to help employees take care of their bodies and minds, so they can be happier, healthier, and more productive.
Thank you, Melinda Myles
- Which of the following first prompted the CEO to consider improvising nap rooms
o Having extra room available near the gym and cafeteria o Learning that NASA allows napping during the workday
o Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue
o Reading the 2008 study about napping in the work place.
Company wide audits that reported employee fatigue
- Which of the following additional pieces of information supports the claim that napping during the workday will help employees “b happier, healthier, and more productive”?
o In 1999, National Napping Day was founded in response to Daylight Saving Time o
o Multiple companies have designed special seats or pods specifically for getting the optimal workplace nap
A study showing the best time of the day for a nap is between 2 and and 3 pm
Resented people have better impulse control, so they are more likely to choose nutritious food over junk food
Playful Pooch
Sometimes, your playful pooch might give a little nip to your hand or something else that shouldn’t be bitten. To stop bad biting behaviors, you should attempt to redirect your dog’s attention to an appropriate chew toy. You can do this by placing the toy in their mouth and praising them, causing your canine companion to associate chewing on a chew toy with positive emotions. Another step you can take to redirect biting behavior is to use biting deterrent spray. The spray can be homemade or store-bought. Just make sure that the ingredients won’t make your puppy’s tummy sick.
- Which of the following terms identifies the authors tone in the passage
Sarcastic
Formal
Informal
Scientific
Informal
Playful Pooch
Sometimes, your playful pooch might give a little nip to your hand or something else that shouldn’t be bitten. To stop bad biting behaviors, you should attempt to redirect your dog’s attention to an appropriate chew toy. You can do this by placing the toy in their mouth and praising them, causing your canine companion to associate chewing on a chew toy with positive emotions. Another step you can take to redirect biting behavior is to use biting deterrent spray. The spray can be homemade or store-bought. Just make sure that the ingredients won’t make your puppy’s tummy sick.
- Which of the following best identifies the author’s purpose in the passage?
o To narrate what it’s like to have a new puppy
o To inform the reader about illness in dogs
o To argue that dogs shouldn’t bite
o To describe how to train a puppy
To describe how to trains puppym
Playful Pooch
Sometimes, your playful pooch might give a little nip to your hand or something else that shouldn’t be bitten. To stop bad biting behaviors, you should attempt to redirect your dog’s attention to an appropriate chew toy. You can do this by placing the toy in their mouth and praising them, causing your canine companion to associate chewing on a chew toy with positive emotions. Another step you can take to redirect biting behavior is to use biting deterrent spray. The spray can be homemade or store-bought. Just make sure that the ingredients won’t make your puppy’s tummy sick.
Which of the following sentences use italic correctly?
o The scientific name for the domestic dog is Canis lupus familiaris
o William Carlos William was the United States poet laureate in 1952 o We read Lincolns Gettysburg Address in my American history class o The orchestra will perform Beethoven Ninth symphony
The scientific name for the domestic dog is canis lupus familiaris
An interesting birthday party
On Saturday afternoon, local eccentric Dr. Oliver Creek stone held a remarkable 90th birthday at his countryside estate. Present were 3000 guests, four zebras, two monster trucks, and a famous bagpipe player from Scotland. Though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots. At nightfall, the party was treated to a stunning and seemingly endless fireworks display. According to our sources, Dr. Creekstone felt that next year’s birthday party would have to be even bigger and more interesting. We’ll need at least seven more zebras, he said.
Which of the following conclusions is supported by all the details provided about the birthday party?
o Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow
o Dr. Oliver Creekstone is a carnivorous eater
o The Creekstone estate is a half-acre lot line with tress o The Creekstone estate cannot hold seven more zebras.
Dr Oliver creekstone is an unconventional fellow
On Saturday afternoon, local eccentric Dr. Oliver Creek stone held a remarkable 90th birthday at his countryside estate. Present were 3000 guests, four zebras, two monster trucks, and a famous bagpipe player from Scotland. Though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots. At nightfall, the party was treated to a stunning and seemingly endless fireworks display. According to our sources, Dr. Creekstone felt that next year’s birthday party would have to be even bigger and more interesting. We’ll need at least seven more zebras, he said.
. Which of the following quotes from a guest at the birthday party contains a stereotype?
o considering the elderly age of dr creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent
o I once thought Dr, Creekstone to be irresponsible, but this party was well-planned and executed
o I would never want my own birthday party to have smelly zebras and loud fireworks o The food provided was incredible: nevertheless, the party turned my sour mood
around.
Considering the elderly age of dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent
On Saturday afternoon, local eccentric Dr. Oliver Creek stone held a remarkable 90th birthday at his countryside estate. Present were 3000 guests, four zebras, two monster trucks, and a famous bagpipe player from Scotland. Though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots. At nightfall, the party was treated to a stunning and seemingly endless fireworks display. According to our sources, Dr. Creekstone felt that next year’s birthday party would have to be even bigger and more interesting. We’ll need at least seven more zebras, he said.
though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked
that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots,”
Which of the following words from the sentence above has negative connotation?
o Contained
o Shocked
Complimentary
Reportedly
Shocked
1821: Clara Barton is born in North Oxford, Massachusetts.
1831: Barton cares for her brother David after he falls from a roof and is severely injured.
1855: Barton moves to Washington D.C. to work as the first female federal patent clerk.
1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing, and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the Civil War.
1862: Barton works on the front lines as a self-taught nurse.
1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers.
1869: Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor.
1881: Barton petitions President Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization.
. According to the timeline which of the following events happens second?
o Barton works as a federal patent clerk
o Barton travels to Europe
o Barton identifies anonymous soldiers
o Barton works on the frontlines of civil war.
Barton works on the frontlines of civil war
1821: Clara Barton is born in North Oxford, Massachusetts.
1831: Barton cares for her brother David after he falls from a roof and is severely injured.
1855: Barton moves to Washington D.C. to work as the first female federal patent clerk.
1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing, and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the Civil War.
1862: Barton works on the front lines as a self-taught nurse.
1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers.
1869: Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor.
1881: Barton petitions President Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization.
Which of the following words as used in the timeline indicates the chronology of events in Barton’s life?
o Front
o First
o After
o Through
After
Which of the following information indicates Clara Barton has international influence?
o 1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the office of missing soldiers
o 1869: Barton travels to Europe assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor
o 1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the civil war
1881: Barton petitions president Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the
International Red Cross Organization.
1881: Barton petitions president chester A Arther to open an American branch of the international Red Cross organization
On February 2 of each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning. This tradition has been officially observed in the U.S. since the 1800s, and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions in which a bear, fox, badger, or even hedgehog would serve as the symbolic meteorologist. Although other cultures and towns observe Groundhog Day (or something similar), the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania takes special pride in being home to the one true forecasting groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. At the turn of the twentieth century, townspeople formed the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club to perpetuate the joyful rituals and events surrounding Groundhog Day. Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball.
Legend has it that on Groundhog Day the official weather forecasting groundhog awakens from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, six more weeks of winter are to come, and Punxsutawney Phil goes back to bed. However, if he does not see his shadow, Punxsutawney Phil takes this as a sign that spring has arrived, and he remains above ground. Of course, common sense tells us that February 2 is too early for spring to begin, and that while animals may be attuned to various elements of nature from which humans might learn, they are unlikely to act on their instincts based on a schedule set by a Gregorian calendar. Nevertheless, a visit to Pennsylvania to see Punxsutawney Phil and all of the fun he inspires each year might provide the touch of hope needed to reach the end of winter.
Which of the following evidence from the passage supports the inference that Groundhog Day is an entertaining tradition?
o Legend has it that on Groundhog Day, the official weather forecasting groundhog awakes from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for shadow
o This tradition has been officially observed in the US since the 1800s and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions
o Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show and a ball
o On February 2 each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning.
Over the years, these events have come, to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show and a ball
On February 2 of each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning. This tradition has been officially observed in the U.S. since the 1800s, and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions in which a bear, fox, badger, or even hedgehog would serve as the symbolic meteorologist. Although other cultures and towns observe Groundhog Day (or something similar), the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania takes special pride in being home to the one true forecasting groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. At the turn of the twentieth century, townspeople formed the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club to perpetuate the joyful rituals and events surrounding Groundhog Day. Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball.
Legend has it that on Groundhog Day the official weather forecasting groundhog awakens from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, six more weeks of winter are to come, and Punxsutawney Phil goes back to bed. However, if he does not see his shadow, Punxsutawney Phil takes this as a sign that spring has arrived, and he remains above ground. Of course, common sense tells us that February 2 is too early for spring to begin, and that while animals may be attuned to various elements of nature from which humans might learn, they are unlikely to act on their instincts based on a schedule set by a Gregorian calendar. Nevertheless, a visit to Pennsylvania to see Punxsutawney Phil and all of the fun he inspires each year might provide the touch of hope needed to reach the end of winter.
What source would be most useful in determining the reliability of Punxsutawney Phil’s predictions over a number of years?
o A memoir from a member of the Groundhog Club
o A record of weather patterns in the last decade
o An encyclopaedia entry on mammals in the northeast U.S o A historical survey of customs in Pennsylvania
A record weather patterns in the last decade
The volunteers for the incumbent candidate planned to canvass the neighbourhood in an attempt to garner more support from constituents in their political party. Unbeknownst to them, the voter address list was erroneously switched. Meaning that although they were walking door to door, they were walking to the doors of people registered under a different political party.
In a surprising twist, the process of discussing the candidate’s stance on the issues did raise support. On Election Day, the incumbent candidate lost, but received more votes in the neighbourhoods where volunteers canvassed, despite focussing on members of the opposing party.
. Which of the following statements should be included in an accurate summary from the text? (select all that apply)
o The canvassed voters recognised that the candidate was unqualified o The candidate had never been a politician before
o the volunteers went to the houses of the opposing party accidentally
on the candidate received more voters in places the volunteers canvassed
o The canvassed voters changed party affiliation.
the volunteers went to the houses of the opposing party accidentally
on the candidate received more voters in places the volunteers canvassed
The volunteers for the incumbent candidate planned to canvass the neighbourhood in an attempt to garner more support from constituents in their political party. Unbeknownst to them, the voter address list was erroneously switched. Meaning that although they were walking door to door, they were walking to the doors of people registered under a different political party.
In a surprising twist, the process of discussing the candidate’s stance on the issues did raise support. On Election Day, the incumbent candidate lost, but received more votes in the neighbourhoods where volunteers canvassed, despite focussing on members of the opposing party.
Which of the following word are synonyms for “erroneously” as used in the passage? (select all that apply)
o Incorrectly
o Inconsequentially
o Mistakenly
o Extraneously
o Exceptionally
Incorrectly
Mistakenly
Grandma Harry; 30 minutes; Cookies/Desserts; Makes 1 dozen
- 1egg
- 3⁄4 cup sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1⁄2 cup flour
Beat egg white until foamy. Stir in sugar, beat again until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in peanut butter and vanilla. Add flour in small increments until dough forms. Chill dough for at least 2 hours. Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on cookie sheet. These are very fragile.
- Which of the following statements about the passage is true? o These cookies should be cooked on a baking rack
o These cookies can be cooked in a microwave oven o Folding I peanut butter must be done
o Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously.
Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously
- A study group is asked to prepare a report about the effects of mobile use on consumers’ hearing. Which of the following sources is most likely to provide relevant data?
o A consumer report about surcharges applied to customers’ bills by mobile phone companies
o A professional journal article about the incidence of generic hearing loss
o A university research paper about decibel limits of headphones and speakers
o A statistical report of mobile phone usage by Mobile Phone Company.
A university research paper about decibel limits of headphones and speakers
A student newspaper editor is adding images to newspaper articles and finds a photograph of a woman smiling and standing in a large fish. With which of the following articles should the student expect to place this photo?
o “New Species Discovered by Anthropology Department Alumna”
o “Construction to Begin This Week for Chemistry, Biology Buildings” o “Budget Cuts Looming for National Parks”
o “Increased Rainfall Expected This Year, Experts Claim”.
New species discovered by anthropology department alumna
Which of the following supports an evaluation of a logic argument?
o Unbiased information
o Generalizations
o Emotional statements
o Anecdotes
Unbiased information
Some people think baseball is boring to watch, but there are so many exciting things that can happen during a baseball game. A player can grand slam, steal a base, or tag a runner out at home plate. Even though there are slow parts of the game, exciting things can happen unexpectedly. For fans, there is nothing more thrilling than catching a foul ball or even a home run. Baseball is so much more than eating and singing “Take Me out to the Ballgame.”
- Which of the following statements is correct?
o The author thinks singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” is exciting.
o The author thinks it would be exciting to watch a home run ball.
o The author most enjoys the slow parts of the baseball game.
o The author most enjoys eating peanuts at a baseball game.
The author thinks it would be exciting to watch a home run ball
Which of the following resources would help a reader gather information about economic trade during World War II?
o News articles and textbooks
o Almanacs and music
o Atlases and works of art
o Social media and photographs.
NEws articles and textbooks
- An employee believes that she was injured on the job due to unsafe situation. Based on the advertisement below, which provides the necessary experience to purse her claim and would ensure the employee lowest overall cost?
Martin and sons: job injuries, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Free initial consultation
Smith and jones: no fee unless you win your case. Specializes in worker’s compensation legal issues
Williams attorneys: state and federal employment fairness, medical malpractice lawsuits. Reasonable settlement
Thorn and Thomas: employment law, contract negotiations, and employment safety issues
o Thorn and Thomas
o Smith and jones
o Williams attorneys
o Martin and sons
Smith and jones
The following sentences can be combined to form a paragraph. Which of the following sentences represents the main idea?
o They have quite distinct and remarkably charming personalities
o People kept begging us for more photos
o We created a social media account for fans to follow their adventures
o Our dogs are the most adorable creatures in the world.
Our dogs are the most adorable creatures in the world
The abundance of wildlife first attracted Russian and American fur traders in the early 1880s, who then nearly eliminated the seal population in the area. The islands then became an agricultural resources for San Francisco during the Gold rush era when egg companies began harvesting bird eggs on the islands. In 1863, violence between rival egg companies erupted on the islands (known as the Egg War) which advertently attracted national attention and provoked lawmakers to pass legislation to protect and rehabilitate the islands’ natural ecosystem.
In 1881, an executive order was passed that decreed egging illegal on the Farallons. This ended private enterprise on the islands and was reinforced in 1909 when President Theodore Roosevelt created the Farallon reservation to restrict human access and preserve the norther islands. Protection was expanded in 1967 to include all the Farallon islands, and over time many of the islands’ original inhabitants have returned.
The farallon are now home to the world’s largest population of western gulls. Seals have returned, as well as otters and sea lions, which in turn attracts great white shark. The combination of sharks, underwater currents and jagged coastline are probably what earned the Farallon their nickname “devil’s Teeth” though it hasn’t stopped a few adventurous people from swimming. Four people have completed the 30-mile swim from the islands to San Francisco the fastest person completed the journey in 14 hours.
Which of the following supports the detail that the Farallon islands are a natural home to many animals?
i. Human presence
ii. Lush landscape
iii. Abundant land
iv. Ocean currents
Ocean currents
Which of the following organizations might the author of this article most closely associate?
A group that studies marine mammal behaviour An educational special interest group
A nature conservancy
A group that supports first-time novelists
A nature conservancy
