READING QUESTION 4

Which of the following words as used in the timeline indicates the chronology of events in Barton's life? A. After B. Front C. First D. Through

A. After

Which of the following phrases best describes the author's experience in the theater? A. "Like you're in an emotionless state" B. "No limit to where the theater can take you" C. "The theater can transport you onto the stage" D. "Like you've been squished into a sardine can"

B. "No limit to where the theater can take you"

Shia looked up from his monitor, rubbed his eyes, and stared down the dark hallway toward the CFO's office. He was certain a sound had come from behind the closed door. It was a heavy thump, like someone had dropped a bowling ball. [...] Which of the following is the topic of the excerpt? A. A building with poor lighting and security B. A mysterious experience at work C. A boss's expectations of an employee D. An employee who is easily scared

B. A mysterious experience at work

An Interesting Birthday Party On Saturday afternoon, local eccentric Dr. Oliver Creekstone held a remarkable 90th birthday party at his countryside estate. Present were 3,000 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. [...] Which of the following conclusions is supported by all of the details provided about the birthday party? A. Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow. B. The Creekstone estate cannot hold seven more zebras. C. Dr. Oliver Creekstone is a carnivorous eater D. The Creekstone estate is a half-acre lot lined with trees

A. Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow.

The best part about going to the theater is the feeling of being transported into a story. As soon as the curtain rises, you can forget about the chairs that make you feel like you've been squished into a sardine can and embrace wherever 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 family in financial crisis to a comedy about a play gone wrong, there is no limit to where the theater can take you From the passage, which of the following statements represents a logical conclusion about the author? A. The author loves to attend theatrical productions. B. The author also enjoys concerts and movies. C. The author prefers musical comedies D. The author finds theatre seating comfortable

A. The author loves to attend theatrical productions.

Research shows that tipping in a restaurant has little to no effect on service. What tipping does do is enable restaurateurs 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. [...] Which of the following is the writer's main argument? A. The custom of tipping should be abolished, and servers should be paid a living wage. B. The federal rate for servers is too low. C. Servers should provide excellent service no matter how much they make D. Customers are resentful of having to help pay the salaries of servers.

A. The custom of tipping should be abolished, and servers should be paid a living wage.

Which of the following quotes from a guest at the birthday party contains a stereotype? A. The food provided was inedible; nevertheless, this party turned my sour mood around." B. "Considering the elderly age of Dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent." C. "I once thought Dr. Creekstone to be irresponsible, but this party was well-planned and executed." D. "I would never want my own birthday party to have smelly zebras and loud fireworks."

B. "Considering the elderly age of Dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent."

Shia looked up from his monitor, rubbed his eyes, and stared down the dark hallway toward the CFO's office. He was certain a sound had come from behind the closed door. It was a heavy thump, like someone had dropped a bowling ball. [...] Which of the following contains only key points of the passage? A. There are frightening noises in the office, Shia goes home, and Shia sends his boss a text. B. Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work C. There is a thump like a dropped bowling ball, a loud crash, and the tinkling of shattered glass. D. Shia is working at his computer, there is little light, and no one else should be in the building

B. Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work

Which of the following best identifies the author's purpose in the passage? A. To argue that dogs shouldn't bite B. To describe how to train a puppy C. To narrate what it's like to have a new puppy D. To inform the reader about illness in dogs

B. To describe how to train a puppy

Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century? A. "Shia froze, as if he were caught by the gaze of Medusa." B. "His office was on the thirtieth floor, far too high to get much more than a faint glow from the street lights below." C. "He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: 1 don't think I can work late anymore." D. Shia didn't stop running until he had burst through the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car."

C. "He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: 1 don't think I can work late anymore."

Shia looked up from his monitor, rubbed his eyes, and stared down the dark hallway toward the CFO's office. He was certain a sound had come from behind the closed door. It was a heavy thump, like someone had dropped a bowling ball. [...] Which of the following sources would be the best resource to find a list of other suspense novels? A. The online reviews of the novel B. A New York Times bestseller list C. A public library's digital catalog D. An encyclopedia entry about the suspense genre

C. A public library's digital catalog

Office Memo To: Staff From: CEO Date: June 18, 2021 Subject: Naps [...] Which of the following first prompted the CEO to consider implementing nap rooms? A. Having extra rooms available near the gym and cafeteria B. Reading the 2008 study about napping in the workplace C. Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue D. Learning that NASA allows napping during the workday

C. Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue

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 the 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 author's tone in the passage? A. Sarcastic B. Scientific C. Informal D. Formal

C. Informal

Which of the following information indicates Clara Barton has International influence? A. 1831: Barton cares for her brother David after he falls from a roof and is severely injured. B. 1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers C. 1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing, and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the Civil War D. 1869 Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor.

D. 1869 Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor.

Clara Barton Timeline 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. [...] According to the timeline, which of the following events happens second after Clara is born? A. Barton works on the frontlines of the Civil War. B. Barton travels to Europe. C. Barton identifies anonymous soldiers. D. Barton works as a federal patent clerk.

D. Barton works as a federal patent clerk.

Which of the following is evidence the writer provides to support the main argument? A. Customers are grateful for excellent service. B. Servers do not provide good service because of their low pay. C. The minimum wage varies from state to state. D. Customers pay a large percentage of servers' salaries

D. Customers pay a large percentage of servers' salaries

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 tone of the passage? A. Nostalgic B. Patronizing C. Skeptical D. Objective

D. Objective

Shia looked up from his monitor, rubbed his eyes, and stared down the dark hallway toward the CFO's office. He was certain a sound had come from behind the closed door. It was a heavy thump, like someone had dropped a bowling ball. [...] Which of the following is the tone of the passage? A. Witty B. Aggressive C. Incredulous D. Tense

D. Tense

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, following "Lexington and Concord"? A. American March from the Sea B. In the State of Massachusetts C. The Full Armies Face Off D. The Start of the Revolution

D. The Start of the Revolution

Using evidence from the passage, which of the following conclusions about the author can the reader infer? A. They would rather be at a concert. B. They are overly emotional and dramatic. C. They enjoy the décor of most theaters D. They go to the theater as often as possible.

D. They go to the theater as often as possible.