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Which of the following is a primary source for a paper about the first female anesthesiologist? A. Notes the anesthesiologist took as she was going to medical school B. An online encyclopedia entry about the anesthesiologist C. A magazine article written on the anniversary of the anesthesiologist's graduation D. A journal article studying her influence on women in anesthesiology
A. Notes the anesthesiologist took as she was going to medical school
The day began when my watch beeped at 4:30 a.m. The alarm was supposed to sound at 7:30, but I had forgotten to change the time back to my time zone after my last business trip in Boston. It was a struggle to stay awake for everything I needed to get done. First, I groggily showered, washed my hair, and blow dried it. Then, I kept yawning while I got dressed, but before I got dressed I had to iron my silky blouse. Next, I finally got to have my hot coffee while I styled my hair and put on my makeup. Finally, I was wide awake and at my bus stop ten minutes early so I could arrive at my audition on time. Which of the following actions did the protagonist of the passage perform first? A. Shower B. Iron her blouse C. Change the time on her watch to 7:30 D. Have a hot cup of coffee
A. Shower The passage states, "First, I groggily showered."
Which of the following groups of data would be best expressed in a pie chart? A. The amount of time an employee spends working alone, in a group, and in one-on-one meetings during the workday B. A company's sales over the current year and the previous year C. A patient's cholesterol results from each month of a year D. The tuition increase in a private school over a period of 10 years
A. The amount of time an employee spends working alone, in a group, and in one-on-one meetings during the workday
Bigfoot: The Big Fake The author has discovered the following new piece of evidence for this passage. "Seventeen years ago, a hotline for reporting Bigfoot sightings was a set up in Northern California by a local media station. The hotline was flooded with calls for two weeks straight until the hotline was disconnected. "Which of the following claims from the passage would be supported by this new evidence? A. The media sensationalize Bigfoot B. There have been no scientific findings that support the existence of Bigfoot C. Social media has increased the popularity of the Bigfoot myth D. Bigfoot sightings are commonly disproven
A. The media sensationalize Bigfoot This claim would be supported by this new evidence.
"Read the forum post below before answering the following questions" What do the upward-pointing arrows in the forum post indicate? A. The number of forum users who liked the post B. The order in which the posts were uploaded to the thread C. The number of posts by that particular user on the forum D. The order in which the users joined the forum
A. The number of forum users who liked the post
"Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" What is the author's purpose for writing this book review? A. To persuade readers to purchase this book B. To inform readers about the popularity of pirates C. To entertain the reader with tales of pirates D. To tell the reader that books about pirates are losing popularity
A. To persuade readers to purchase this book
In what order will Darlene be stopping at these locations to complete her errands? A. Veterinarian's office, grocery store, bakery, dry cleaner's B. Veterinarian's office, bakery, dry cleaner's, grocery store C. Dry cleaner's, grocery store, bakery, veterinarian's office D. Dry cleaner's, bakery, grocery store, veterinarian's office
A. Veterinarian's office, grocery store, bakery, dry cleaner's
What can you conclude about the effect Edith Cavell's death had on the British and American people? A. Nurses were considered an important reason for why the American and English won World War I B. Many British and American people believed she had died for a good cause C. The British and American people began to highly regulate hospital practices D. British and American hospitals began admitting wounded soldiers of all nationalities
B. Many British and American people believed she had died for a good cause
Ella ______ her essay to make sure that there were no grammatical errors. Which of the following words logically completes the sentence above? A. Antagonized B. Scrutinized C. Plagiarized D. Summarized
B. Scrutinized
Luke is an avid hiker and loves going on the paths in the local wildlife preserve. He notices on his latest hike that there is a lot of litter lining the trails and that some of the preserve's birds seem to be using the trash to build nests. He has decided to write an email to his local government representative. Based on this information, which of the following is likely the purpose of Luke's email? A. To inform that the amount of litter is diminishing in the preserve B. To inform that the birds from the wildlife preserve are now nesting outside of the preserve C. To inform that there is litter in the wildlife preserve D. To inform that the birds have started eating the litter along the trail
C. To inform that there is litter in the wildlife preserve
"Read the forum post below before answering the following questions" What is the purpose of the indented text in the forum post? A. To emphasize the title of the post B. To indicate usernames C. To organize the original post and replies in the thread D. To show the order of the replies
C. To organize the original post and replies in the thread
A student writes a persuasive essay arguing that e-cigarettes cause as many problems as they are solving. Which of the following statements provides evidence to challenge this argument? A. Manufacturers promote e-cigarettes as a healthy alternative to smoking, but researchers say their health effects are not yet clear B. More than half of people who use e-cigarettes admit that they started smoking traditional cigarettes after they began using e-cigarettes C. Unlike e-cigarettes, discarded traditional cigarettes have been known to cause accidental fires D. E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices that deliver nicotine that is vaporized to form a mist
C. Unlike e-cigarettes, discarded traditional cigarettes have been known to cause accidental fires
"Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" Which of the following phrases contains information that is irrelevant to the review of the book? A. "Some of the content can get a little graphic in its violence..." B. "...it is like the pirates leap from the pages of the book and begin battling right in front of my eyes." C. "Each chapter of this 168 page book is dedicated to a famous (or possibly infamous) pirate from history..." D. "...Edward Teach, the author's brother, who just began a comic series about British history."
D. "...Edward Teach, the author's brother, who just began a comic series about British history."
Which of the following context clues allows the reader to infer the meaning of the word "abetting" as used in the paragraph? A. "the escape of 200 soldiers" B. "was sentenced to death" C. "was arrested by local German authorities" D. "helped soldiers treated there escape"
D. "helped soldiers treated there escape"
An individual is creating an argument that high school education should be mandatory. Which of the following statements best supports this argument? A. Job listings on websites indicate that, to even get a job that pays minimum wage, a person needs a high school diploma B. If all high school students were automatically enrolled in college, more people would be able to have better-paying jobs C. About 25% of high school freshman fail to graduate from high school D. Since 2008, high school dropout rates for Hispanic students have been cut in half
A. Job listings on websites indicate that, to even get a job that pays minimum wage, a person needs a high school diploma
Bigfoot: The Big Fake Which of the following sentences includes a supporting detail for the statement, "The existence of these types of media cause a resurgence in the myth's popularity every few years or so, keeping the myth alive"? A. "This blog has over 1 million followers with more subscribing every day." B. "A variety of representations of Bigfoot have been created, from cartoons to film to books." C. "There have been thousands of reported sightings of Bigfoot all over the United States throughout the years." D. "Instead of declaring the impossibility of Bigfoot, modern media has actually embraces Bigfoot as a commodity."
A. "This blog has over 1 million followers with more subscribing every day." This sentence includes information about the significant amount of people that view a popular blog about Bigfoot. This supports the statement that media, like this blog, is keeping the Bigfoot myth popular and alive.
Attention Residents of Forest Hill Subdivision: Based on the announcement, which of the following statements is correct? A. A resident will be fined $10.50 for leaving trash on the curb for a week B. Residents are now required to recycle using the new trash bins C. Residents can continue to use their old trash bins in addition to the new trash bins D. A resident who wants to complain to the subdivision president should call 555-5555
A. A resident will be fined $10.50 for leaving trash on the curb for a week
Bigfoot: The Big Fake Which of the following is the main idea of the second paragraph in the passage? A. Bigfoot sightings have been overwhelmingly disproven B. People who see Bigfoot do not generally report it C. Bigfoot sightings are being studied by scientists D. People who see Bigfoot are hallucinating
A. Bigfoot sightings have been overwhelmingly disproven.
At a school field trip to the zoo, Laura wanted to visit as many animals as she could. She first stopped at the lion exhibit. Then, she saw the elephant after stopping to see the giraffe. Finally, she stopped the otter playing in the water. Which of the following animals did Laura see second? A. Giraffe B. Elephant C. Otter D. Lion
A. Giraffe
Which sentence in the passage allows the reader to infer that Edith Cavell was a skilled nurse? A. In 1907, Edith Cavell, a British nurse, was appointed head nurse of the Berkendael Medical Institute in Belgium B. During this time, Cavell helped soldiers treated there to escape to neutral Holland C. Cavell's case received significant press coverage around the world, especially in Britain and the United States D. In 1914, at the start of World Ward I and the German occupation of Belgium, Cavell joined the Red Cross supporting the nursing effort
A. In 1907, Edith Cavell, a British nurse, was appointed head nurse of the Berkendael Medical Institute in Belgium
What information could someone writing a research paper about the Dust Bowl find in this letter? A. Information about how people felt during the storms B . Details about the amount of dust that entered people's homes C. Information about the duration of the Dust Bowl D. Details about how to avoid the dust storms
A. Information about how people felt during the storms
Bigfoot: The Big Fake Which of the following sentences presents the topic in this passage? A. "The myth of Bigfoot has persisted throughout American history." B. "Bigfoot is a myth that has been perpetuated by false sighting claims made by people seeking attention and sensationalized media." C. "There have been thousands of reported sighting of Bigfoot all over the United States throughout the years." D. "With only unreliable evidence to support the story, the popular story of Bigfoot definitely has more than a few holes in it."
B. "Bigfoot is a myth that has been perpetuated by false sighting claims made by people seeking attention and sensationalized media." This sentence presents that the author's topic for this passage is that the myth of Bigfoot has been kept alive through fake sightings and the popular media.
If no dictionary is available, which of the following would be the best resource to use when finding the definition of "gradient"? A. A resource on the poetic use of images and words B. A resource on the origin of words C. A resource on the evolution of world languages D. A resource on the inclusion of culture in languages
B. A resource on the origin of words
Based on the title and labels on the X and Y axis, which of the following sentences correctly describes the bar graph above? A. As more traditional students enrolled at ABC University, fewer nontraditional students enrolled B. Enrollment of traditional students at ABC University from 2001 to 2005 rose at a greater rate than that of nontraditional students C. ABC University is not popular among nontraditional students D. Traditional students are more likely to enroll at ABC University than other universities
B. Enrollment of traditional students at ABC University from 2001 to 2005 rose at a greater rate than that of nontraditional students
The day began when my watch beeped at 4:30 a.m. The alarm was supposed to sound at 7:30, but I had forgotten to change the time back to my time zone after my last business trip in Boston. It was a struggle to stay awake for everything I needed to get done. First, I groggily showered, washed my hair, and blow dried it. Then, I kept yawning while I got dressed, but before I got dressed I had to iron my silky blouse. Next, I finally got to have my hot coffee while I styled my hair and put on my makeup. Finally, I was wide awake and at my bus stop ten minutes early so I could arrive at my audition on time. Which of the following logical conclusions can be made about the protagonist in this passage? A. She normally gets up at 4:30 a.m. every morning B. She is a professional performer C. She does not like the taste of coffee D. She lives in Boston
B. She is a professional performer The passage states that she is going to an audition, which is something only performers do.
"Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" After reading the review, which is about the same book as the passage, which of the following comparison statements is true? A. The author of "A Bottle of Disappointment" found this book more entertaining than the author of "Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me." B. The author of "A Bottle of Disappointment" liked the book less than the author of "Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me." C. The author of "A Bottle of Disappointment" believes that the book offers a reliable insight into the history of piracy while the author of "Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" does not D. The author of "A Bottle of Disappointment" believes that people should read this book while the author of "Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" does not
B. The author of "A Bottle of Disappointment" liked the book less than the author of "Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me."
To: Do Wranglers From: Sara Mosher Re: Tuxedos and Tails Gala This Saturday is the yearly event we have all been waiting for, the rescue's biggest fundraising event of the year! Please be sure to read the e-mails you received 2 weeks ago with all the information about where to meet, what time, and what to wear. In addition, please arrive twenty minutes prior to your assigned time to pick up your name tags, box dinner, water bottle, and goody bag for your assigned dog. Which of the following parts of a memo is missing from the Dog Wranglers memo? A. The recipient of the memo B. The date of the memo C. The subject of the memo D. The author of the memo
B. The date of the memo It is important for memorandums to include the author, the recipient, the date, and a subject line at the top of the memo.
Bigfoot: The Big Fake In the passage, the author states that there are "false sighting claims" of people seeing Bigfoot. Which of the following pieces of evidence from the passage supports this claim? A. There have been no documented scientific sightings of Bigfoot throughout history B. The video of Bigfoot recorded by Gil McGee was proven to be a stranger in a bear suit C. The blog "What's New with Bigfoot?" showcases a representation of Bigfoot in everyday situations D. There have been thousands of reported sightings of Bigfoot across the United States
B. The video of Bigfoot recorded by Gil McGee was proven to be a stranger in a bear suit This evidence supports the idea that there are fake sightings since this an example of one such fake sighting.
To: Do Wranglers From: Sara Mosher Re: Tuxedos and Tails Gala This Saturday is the yearly event we have all been waiting for, the rescue's biggest fundraising event of the year! Please be sure to read the e-mails you received 2 weeks ago with all the information about where to meet, what time, and what to wear. In addition, please arrive twenty minutes prior to your assigned time to pick up your name tags, box dinner, water bottle, and goody bag for your assigned dog. Based on the content of the memorandum, when did Sara Mosher send this memo about the Tuxedos and Tails Gala? A. Before sending official invitations to the gala B. The week before the gala C. The day of the gala D. Before selecting dog wranglers to staff the gala
B. The week before the gala The memo states that the Tuxedos and Tails Gala is "this Saturday," implying that it was sent during the week before the event.
Earl decided to go to the party at his friend Cat's house. He put on his jacket and then went to start his car. His car moved slowly, but it got Earl to the party. Which of the following words from the above passage is a signal word that indicates the order of events? A. Slowly B. Then C. Decided D. Put
B. Then
Which of the following is the main purpose of the advertisement? A. To inform B. To persuade C. To entertain D. To express feeling
B. To persuade
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source? A. The notes of a doctor who practiced during an influenza epidemic B. Journal entries of a patient who spent two weeks quarantined during an influenza outbreak C. A textbook summarizing eyewitness accounts of an influenza epidemic D. Photographs in a museum exhibit about a world famous influenza outbreak
C. A textbook summarizing eyewitness accounts of an influenza epidemic
"Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" When writing an academic paper about the true history of Blackbeard, the book Pirates: A Swashbuckling History would not be a reliable and accurate resource to use. Why would it not be a reliable resource? A. Because the book's content is focused on multiple pirates from history B. Because the book contains illustrations C. Because it is a popular fiction book D. Because of the author's vivid writing style
C. Because it is a popular fiction book
Which of the following statements contains a stereotype? A. Ice cream is better than cake B. Road construction is annoying when it closes roads C. Cats are meaner than dogs D. Injuries from motorcycle accidents increase when riders do not wear helmets
C. Cats are meaner than dogs
In 15 days, these pests will have been removed from the apartment complex and taken to a wildlife center. Which of the following words from the sentence has a connotative meaning? A. Complex B. Removed C. Pests D. Wildlife
C. Pests
"Yo Ho, a Pirate's Book For Me" Based on the passage, whose point of view is being used in this book review? A. A third person point of view B. Grace O'Malley Teach C. Stephen Davidson D. Edward Teach
C. Stephen Davidson
Houston, the most populous city in Texas, has had a long and interesting history. Which of the following sentences is a key point that supports the controlling idea above? A. The Republic of Texas was founded in 1836, 9 years before Congress officially admitted Texas to the United States B. Houston is the fourth most populous city in the United States C. The city, named for former General Sam Houston, was one of the original capitals of the Republic of Texas and is the location of the first cemetery in the state, known as Founders Memorial Cemetery D. The history of Houston is quite interesting, including the fact that it is the most populous city in Texas.
C. The city, named for former General Sam Houston, was one of the original capitals of the Republic of Texas and is the location of the first cemetery in the state, known as Founders Memorial Cemetery
Which of the following themes can be considered a universal theme? A. The struggles of the working class B. The importance of capitalism C. The quest for knowledge D. The loneliness of middle age
C. The quest for knowledge
The day began when my watch beeped at 4:30 a.m. The alarm was supposed to sound at 7:30, but I had forgotten to change the time back to my time zone after my last business trip in Boston. It was a struggle to stay awake for everything I needed to get done. First, I groggily showered, washed my hair, and blow dried it. Then, I kept yawning while I got dressed, but before I got dressed I had to iron my silky blouse. Next, I finally got to have my hot coffee while I styled my hair and put on my makeup. Finally, I was wide awake and at my bus stop ten minutes early so I could arrive at my audition on time. Which of the following inferences can the reader logically make after reading this passage? A. The protagonist does not care about this audition B. Waking up at 4:30 a.m. is easy for the protagonist C. The bus usually runs late D. Appearance is important when going to an audition
D. Appearance is important when going to an audition The passage details that she makes sure to wear nice clothes, showers, styles her hair, and does her makeup before going to the audition.
Which of the following sentences is a key point that supports the controlling idea below? Taxonomists cannot conclusively define the obvious differences between butterflies and moths. A. There probably is not a good way to classify butterflies and moths B. Butterflies and moths are part of the class of insects in the order Lepidoptera C. Many species of butterflies and moths use camouflage to hide from their predators D. Butterflies and moths usually have distinctly different antenna; however there are some butterflies with antennae that resemble those of moths
D. Butterflies and moths usually have distinctly different antenna; however there are some butterflies with antennae that resemble those of moths
Driving while drunk is extremely dangerous, and ________ it is illegal. Which of the following transitional phrases correctly completes the sentence above? A. Formerly B. Soon C. On the other hand D. Furthermore
D. Furthermore
The earliest toothbrushes were made of sticks, twigs, feathers, and quills. The sentence above is a key point that supports which of the following controlling ideas? A. Teeth can be damaged by using an incorrect brushing technique B. Toothpaste is used in conjunction with toothbrushes to increase their effectiveness C. The earliest chew sticks used for toothbrushes were discovered in 3500 B.C D. Humans have been using some form of toothbrush for thousands of years
D. Humans have been using some form of toothbrush for thousands of years
Which of the following describes the process of synthesizing data? A. Coming up with the initial questions to guide research B. Using the resources to discover new questions about a topic C. Sorting information into categories for further exploration D. Organizing information from various sources and interpreting it in a meaningful way
D. Organizing information from various sources and interpreting it in a meaningful way
What details do we know about the writer of this letter from the excerpt? A. She felt lonely most of the time B. She lived in a rural town, far from other people C. She had been dealing with the dust storms for years D. She wished to be outside more often than she was
D. She wished to be outside more often than she was
Jeremy and Sally attempted to jump start Jeremy's dead car battery using Sally's car and following the directions above. Which of the following steps did Jeremy and Sally complete incorrectly? A. The red clamp was attached to Sally's car battery's positive terminal B. Both cars were turned off before attaching the clamps C. Sally started her car first after the clamps were in place D. The black clamps was attached to Jeremy's car battery's negative terminal
D. The black clamps was attached to Jeremy's car battery's negative terminal
Above is a line graph showing one student's blood pressure over the course of 5 days of college finals. Which of the following statements is correct about the line graph above? A. Diastolic BP values decreased as systolic BP values increased B. The student's BP showed no significant change during the week C. Systolic BP values increased as diastolic BP values decreased D. The students BP returned to its starting value by the end of the week
D. The students BP returned to its starting value by the end of the week
Marci's Easy Mashed Potato Recipe Which of the following phrases from the passage contains a key term that indicates the order that two steps should be performed? A. High heat B. Easily pierced C. Until desired D. While adding
D. While adding The phrase "while adding" indicates that these two steps, mashing the potatoes and adding milk and butter, should be performed at the same time.
