Reading Teas 7 ***
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following is a credible source that the author might have consulted to help write the article
A copy of a story published by the fish and wildlife service originally written by a former refuge manager
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 Which of the following first prompted the CEO to consider improvising nap rooms
Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following best describes the theme of this passage?
Media attention to cicadas is as predictable as cicadas life cycle
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 towing ball Which of the following contains only key points of the passage?
Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work.
."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?
Shocked
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 quotes from a guest at the birthday party contains a stereotype?
Considering the elderly age of Dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent
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. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn as to why the US was not interested in lamarr's invention?
The navy preferred to use the work of military engineers
Zip Codes Zip codes were introduced by the U.S. Postal Service on July 1, 1963. The term ZIP, which stands for Zone Improvement Plan, suggests that the mail will "zip along" more efficiently if postal customers use the code. The basic code consists of five digits, in 1983 the ZIP+4 code was introduced to direct mail to a more specific location within a ZIP code. The ZIP+4 code added a hyphen and four digits to the basic code. A student reads the above passage in an encyclopedia and wants to learn more about the U.S. Postal Service. In which of the following magazine articles would the student most likely find relevant information about ZIP codes?
"Postal Code Zones of the U.S. Postal Service"
Which of the following areas of a textbook includes supplementary materials and additional information to the text?
Appendix
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?
"New Species Discovered by Anthropology Department Alumna"
If a user of this phone system wants to find the most recent deleted message, listen to it, and then record a reply. Which of the following sequence of number would the user select?
4, 7, 2
A student is researching women's roles in literature. To access a list of sources related to this topic, the student should consult which of the following?
A bibliography
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing nobody knows - she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom. This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Which of the following sentences from the passage includes a fact?
"With a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient..."
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. Which of the following lines from the passage supports the inference that Hedy Lamarr worked earnestly to archive her goals?
... but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time.
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. Which of the following information indicates Clara Barton has international influence?
1881: Barton petitions president Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization
Letter from the Chain of Elkinsville Ecological Society Many of you have heard about the proposed northward expansion or the Interstate which currently ends just of Elkinsville the recent debate over how this works will go forward, the focus has been on weighing economic costs and benefits. Indeed, many local politicians claim to favor the project because it brings jobs in the short term and more visitors to Elkinsville in the long term. These politicians also argue that the proposed plan is the least environmentally damaging way to expand the highway further upstate. This cannot be true. However, since the proposed expansion involves not nit just the widening existing roads also the construction of more than a dozen miles of new terrain highway. Which of the following statements can be supported by evidence from the passage?
A detailed environmental study of the northern expansion of the interstate has been conducted by Elkinsiville Ecological Society
First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt In 1943, the war in the Pacific raged on. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt went to rally the troops ' spirits despite the disapproval of military command. Roosevelt planned a grueling Itinerary. She visited several islands and hundreds of wounded in her first six days. The Indefatigable First Lady inspected Navy hospitals delivered a speech attended receptions and visited convalescing officers, all within 12 hours of her arrival She lifted spirits among the wounded and morale among the troops She continued her exhausting tour for a month, speaking to every patient in troop hospitals and taking down addresses to contact family members. Roosevelt traveled non-stop, risked her life, and greeted the last patient she saw with the same heartfelt sincerity as the first. Which of the following publications would have a different point of view of Eleanor Roosevelt compared to the author's point of view?
A historical Japanese military document outlining how to damage enemy morale
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 towing ball Which of the following is the topic excerpt?
A mysterious experience from work
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following organizations might the author of this article most closely associate?
A nature conservancy
Which of the following sources would provide relevant information about the cost of property destruction following a natural disaster?
A newspaper article about the natural disaster
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . Which of the following additional sources would have a comparable theme to the passage?
A postcard sent from the Aran islands
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 towing ball Which of the following sources would be the best resolve other suspense novels?
A public library's digital catalog
Which of the following is the best source to consult about the famous jazz saxophonist Charlie "yardbird" Parker's childhood in Kansas City in the 1940s?
A published magazine interview with Charlie Parker
Groundhog Day 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 What source would be most useful in determining the reliability of Punxsutawney Phil's predictions over a number of years?
A record of weather patterns in the last decade
Groundhog Day 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. What source would be most useful in determining the reliability of Punxsutawney Phil's predictions over a number of years?
A record of weather patterns in the last decade
A parent is researching types of sunscreen to use for his child to wear to swim lessons. Which of the following resources would be the most reliable for the parent to consult?
A review of sunscreens from a skin cancer research foundation
Editor Wanted Copy editor needed for new corporate magazine. All applicants must have four years of editorial experience. A college degree in journalism or English is required. The job requires full-time hours with competitive benefits offered. The starting salary is $30,000 per year. Contact human resources at 444-4444 to apply. Using the employment advertisement above, which of the following applicants could meet the requirements of this job?
A teacher who has taught for 4 years
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?
A university research paper about decibel limits of headphones and speakers
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following best describes the meaning if the word inadvertently ass used in the second paragraph?
Accidentally
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. Which of the following words as used in the timeline indicates the chronology of events in Barton's life?
After
Which of the following areas of a textbook includes supplemental materials and additional information to the text?
Appendix
Nutrition Facts Serving Size .5 Cups (12g) Servings Per Container 8 Amount Per Serving Calories 120 Calories 120 Calories from Fat 30 % Daily Values Total Fat 4g Saturated Fat 0g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 3mg Which of the following phrases on the label is a subheading?
Amounts Per Serving
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. According to the timeline which of the following events happens second?
Barton works as a federal patent clerk.
Peanut butter cookies Grandma Harry; 30 minutes; Cookies/Desserts; Makes 1 dozen - 1 egg - ¾ cup sugar - 1 cup peanut butter - 1 teaspoon vanilla - ½ 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?
Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously.
The Great Emu War In 1932, the Australian government lost a war against the native emu population. The operation that has since become known as the Great Emu War began as an initiative to combat overpopulation of the crop-destroying birds invading farmland around Chandler and Walgoolan. The initial assault on the flightless avians began on November 2 and lasted six days before the military personnel withdrew. Efforts resumed on November 12, but by early December, the feathered foes had adopted guerrilla tactics against the targeted wheat fields, rendering military involvement largely ineffective. The Australian government declined further involvement with the ongoing conflict in 1934, 1943, and 1948, despite the repeated pleas for assistance by the farmers in the area. Which of the following words is synonym for avain in this passage?
Bird
Bessie Coleman Bessie Coleman, the first civilian licensed Black pilot in the world, was born in 1892 to sharecroppers in Texas, where she attended a segregated school and worked with her family in the cotton fields. She dreamed of becoming a pilot but no flight schools in America would accept her, so she moved to France to earn her pilot's license. When she returned to the U.S., she wanted to open a flight school for Black students. She became a stunt flier and performed for paying audiences, which she insisted be desegregated. Following her death in a plane crash in 1926, the Bessie Coleman Aero Club was established in Los Angeles in 1929. She was inducted into the National Aviation hall of Fame in 2006. Which of the following statements correctly identifies the sequence of events in the reading?
Born to sharecropper parents, Bessie Coleman moved to France to take flight training and then returned to the United States as a stunt pilot
Infomercial Hey there, kitchen utensil aficionados! It's Thurman again, bring you a brand-new piece of equipment for your home food station! Are you tired of your blocks of premium aged cheddar getting all crumbly when you try to slice them? Don't you hate leaving your fingerprints on that hard stick of butter? Well, worry no more! From the company that brought you the SmackDice comes the McGrabs! You no longer have to worry about your firm, sweaty grip destroying your cheese or your kinds of butter. All you have to do is slip on your patented heat-deflecting mittem, complete with plastic-grp palm pad, and slice your smooth dairy products with no threat of them smelting or crumbling from your body heat! Which of the following options best describe how Turman supports his argument?
By evoking the feeling of annoyance and relief.
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following perspectives can be inferred from the passage?
Cicadas and public interest about cicadas are cyclical
A manager asks an employee at a local coffeehouse to clean the restrooms before clocking out for lunch, wipe the counters before cleaning the restrooms, and deliver used coffee grounds to their community garden for compost after lunch. Which of the following steps should the employee perform third?
Clock out
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 evidence the writer provide to support the main argument?
Customers pay a large percentage of server's salaries
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?
Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow
First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt In 1943, the war in the Pacific raged on. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt went to rally the troops ' spirits despite the disapproval of military command. Roosevelt planned a grueling Itinerary. She visited several islands and hundreds of wounded in her first six days. The Indefatigable First Lady inspected Navy hospitals delivered a speech attended receptions and visited convalescing officers, all within 12 hours of her arrival She lifted spirits among the wounded and morale among the troops She continued her exhausting tour for a month, speaking to every patient in troop hospitals and taking down addresses to contact family members. Roosevelt traveled non-stop, risked her life, and greeted the last patient she saw with the same heartfelt sincerity as the first. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the passage?
Eleanor Roosevelt became First Lady before the war in the Pacific ended.
The Great Emu War In 1932, the Australian government lost a war against the native emu population. The operation that has since become known as the Great Emu War began as an initiative to combat overpopulation of the crop-destroying birds invading farmland around Chandler and Walgoolan. The initial assault on the flightless avians began on November 2 and lasted six days before the military personnel withdrew. Efforts resumed on November 12, but by early December, the feathered foes had adopted guerrilla tactics against the targeted wheat fields, rendering military involvement largely ineffective. The Australian government declined further involvement with the ongoing conflict in 1934, 1943, and 1948, despite the repeated pleas for assistance by the farmers in the area. Which of the following statements is a logical conclusion based on this report?
Emus continued destroying crops in the area throughout the 1930s and 1940s
The Great Emu War In 1932, the Australian government lost a war against the native emu population. The operation that has since become known as the Great Emu War began as an initiative to combat overpopulation of the crop-destroying birds invading farmland around Chandler and Walgoolan. The initial assault on the flightless avians began on November 2 and lasted six days before the military personnel withdrew. Efforts resumed on November 12, but by early December, the feathered foes had adopted guerrilla tactics against the targeted wheat fields, rendering military involvement largely ineffective. The Australian government declined further involvement with the ongoing conflict in 1934, 1943, and 1948, despite the repeated pleas for assistance by the farmers in the area. During the Great Emu War, which of the following events happened immediately after the conflict resumed in mid-November?
Emus resorted to guerrilla tactics.
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . Which of the following details supports the inference that Eva's family has Irish roots?
Eva has found an example of the Healy knitting pattern for her aunt.
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . According to the passage, which of the following events happens last ?
Eva take a bus to Dublin
Blue Whales You might think the largest animal on Earth is the blue whale, and you would be correct. Blue whales can reach a length of 98 ft. long and can weigh as much as 198 tons. However, in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon, there is an organism currently covering an area of 3 square miles and estimated to weigh at least 7,500 tons: the Armillaria ostoyae fungus, also known as the honey mushroom or shoestring fungus. Though A. ostoyae is found in other places, such as Michigan and Germany, only Oregon's fungus has grown to such an enormous size. The humongous fungus is estimated to be anywhere from 2,000 to 8,000 years old, and it continues to grow by 1 to 3 feet every year. Which of the following best describes the report?
Extraordinary natural phenomena
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following statement from the passage offers evidence that female cicadas do not have tymbals attached to their abdomen?
Female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing ....''
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 towing ball Which of the following from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century?
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
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . Which of the following statements can be inferred from the passage ?
Healy is the name of an irish family or clan
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. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from Hedy Lamar's acting career?
Hedy lamarr wanted more opportunities to speak while acting
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. Which of the following is statements supports the claim the Hedy Lamarr made significant contributions to the advancement of technology?
Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and WI-FI
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following is the main idea of the passage?
Human disrupted the ecosystem of the farallon islands helped to restore it
The volunteers for the incumbent candidate planned to canvass the neighborhood 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 neighborhoods where volunteers canvassed, despite focusing on members of the opposing party. Which of the following word are synonyms for "erroneously" as used in the passage? (select all that apply)
Incorrectly Mistakenly
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?
Informal
It can be difficult to write sometimes, especially if you are creating something brand new. It is even harder when you must write while following certain rules. Some writers thrive when there are limits, like poets. Many poetry forms follow very specific rules, like sonnets or elegies: you can't just throw some words on a page and call it a haiku. On the other hand, some successful poets really enjoy breaking the rules. They will reuse to use proper punctuation or follow any sort of structure. So then what good are the rules if you can just break them and still succeed? That doesn't make any sense. I guess that is why I am not a poet. Based on the authors support and evidence, which of the following is a valid evaluation of the paragraph?
It is an entertaining piece based on personal bias and opinions.
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing nobody knows - she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom. This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Which of the following information from the passage contains an opinion?
Juliette Cho's close-up shots make the viewer feel claustrophobic and frightened
It can be difficult to write sometimes, especially if you are creating something brand new. It is even harder when you must write while following certain rules. Some writers thrive when there are limits, like poets. Many poetry forms follow very specific rules, like sonnets or elegies: you can't just throw some words on a page and call it a haiku. On the other hand, some successful poets really enjoy breaking the rules. They will reuse to use proper punctuation or follow any sort of structure. So then what good are the rules if you can just break them and still succeed? That doesn't make any sense. I guess that is why I am not a poet. Which of the following statements reshares the main points of the paragraph?
Knowing he to follow or break the rules can be difficult for a writer.
Bear vs Mustache Unlike most others who follow along with popular trends. I am able to truly see that bear is superior to the mustache. First you have so much more hair and space to work with, when styling a bear than you do with a mustache the goatee, she stubble the chin strap. You can even add things to you beard, beard, glitter and color -the possibilities of what you can add to bear are endless there are even professional competitions that surround the stylish nature of beards which of the following can be inferred from evidence given in the passage?
Mustache cannot easily be styled
Baseball 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 resources would help a reader gather information about economic trade during World War II?
News articles and textbooks
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?
No limit to where the theatre can take you
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following words does the author use to express a derogatory tone?
Noisy
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. Which of the following best describes the theme of the passage?
Objective
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following supports the detail that the Farallon islands are a natural home to many animals?
Ocean currents
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . Which of the following sentence accurately summarized the passage?
On a school trip to Ireland .Eva has spent time in the Arian Island, where she has learned about the culture and visited several significant landmarks.
Basic Bread making Steps First, the ingredients are mixed and kneaded to create a smooth springy dough. Next comes the first rising stage, or bulk fermentation. The once-fermented dough is then cut and shaped before a second rising step, called proofing. This can take as little as an hour or as long as several hours. Finally, the proofed dough is baked until a crispy golden crust forms and the interior is cooked through. As used in the passage, which of the following phrases clarifies the order of the steps in basic breadmaking?
Once-fermented dough is then cut
The following sentences can be combined to form a paragraph. Which of the following sentences represents the main idea?
Our dogs are the most adorable creatures in the world
Groundhog Day 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. Which of the following evidence from the passage supports the inference that Groundhog Day is an entertaining tradition?
Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show and a ball
Studies suggest that more than 9 billion metric tons of plastic have been produced since 1950, more than four times the volume of Mt. Everest, and about 75% of its remains in landfills or has entered the environment as pollution. As a material, plastic has many advantages. However, it is difficult to recycle because popular single-use and convenience items, such as packaging and water bottles, are low in quality and value when recycled. Part of the magic of plastic is that it seemingly lasts forever. But when it cannot be re-used efficiently, it leads to stark realities like an island of plastic, twice the size of Texas, floating in the Pacific Ocean. Plastic is consumed by fish and birds and is seeping into the air, water, and our food Which of the following pairs of examples from the passage best demonstrates why the use of plastics is a divisive topic?
Plastic has advantages. Plastic is difficult to recycle efficiently
Studies suggest that more than 9 billion metric tons of plastic have been produced since 1950, more than four times the volume of Mt. Everest, and about 75% of its remains in landfills or has entered the environment as pollution. As a material, plastic has many advantages. However, it is difficult to recycle because popular single-use and convenience items, such as packaging and water bottles, are low in quality and value when recycled. Part of the magic of plastic is that it seemingly lasts forever. But when it cannot be re-used efficiently, it leads to stark realities like an island of plastic, twice the size of Texas, floating in the Pacific Ocean. Plastic is consumed by fish and birds and is seeping into the air, water, and our food Based on evidence from the passage, which of the following is the most likely inference?
Plastic makes life convenient, but its use has so many cons that its use should be reduced.
Which of the following information sources contains copyright information for a given book?
Publication page
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 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"?
Rested people have better impulse control, so they are more likely to choose nutritious food over junk food
Infomercial Hey there, kitchen utensil aficionados! It's Thurman again, bring you a brand-new piece of equipment for your home food station! Are you tired of your blocks of premium aged cheddar getting all crumbly when you try to slice them? Don't you hate leaving your fingerprints on that hard stick of butter? Well, worry no more! From the company that brought you the SmackDice comes the McGrabs! You no longer have to worry about your firm, sweaty grip destroying your cheese or your kinds of butter. All you have to do is slip on your patented heat-deflecting mittem, complete with plastic-grp palm pad, and slice your smooth dairy products with no threat of them smelting or crumbling from your body heat! Which of the following phrases from this infomercial contains instructions about how to use the advertised product?
Slip on our patented heat-deflecting mitten
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
Smith and jones
Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Dear Aunt Suzanne Dear Aunt Suzanne, I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going .We just spent 2 days on Iris Mor., the largest of the Aran Islands. which are just off the central west coast of Ireland .We took a ferry Galaway .a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy . For an Island that is only about 12 square miles ,there is a lot to do and see on Iris Mort . Which of the following words used in the passage indicates Eva's opinion?
Stuck
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing nobody knows - she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom. This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. In which of the following genres would Don't Look Back Now most likely be classified?
Suspense
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 towing ball Which of the following is tone of the passage?
Tense
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. 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 frequencyhoping 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 inventors
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?
The author loves to attend theatrical productions
Baseball 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?
The author thinks it would be exciting to watch a home run ball.
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 writer's main argument?
The custom of tipping should be abolished and servers paid a living wag
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing nobody knows - she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom. This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Which of the following sentences best summarizes the second paragraph of the passage?
The direction and cinematography are the key elements to creating the film's tense, suspenseful tone.
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following events happened first after the mala cicadas calls to the female cicadas according to the passage?
The female makes a clicking sound.
A high school football team arrives to practices one day to find that all of their equipment is missing. The coach wants to make sure he has considered every possibility before he alerts the principal. Which of the following pieces of evidence would be relevant to help explain what happened?
The football team often exchanges pranks with the biggest rival, a high school team from the next town
Farallon islands The farallon islands, or the Devil's teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, are a group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous underwater currents, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of san Francisco, California. Although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km2 (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents, seals, and other mammals. Which of the following pieces of evidence does the author use to speculate why the farallon islands are called the devil's teeth?
The islands have sharks, choppy currents and irregular coastline
Bessie Coleman Bessie Coleman, the first civilian licensed Black pilot in the world, was born in 1892 to sharecroppers in Texas, where she attended a segregated school and worked with her family in the cotton fields. She dreamed of becoming a pilot but no flight schools in America would accept her, so she moved to France to earn her pilot's license. When she returned to the U.S., she wanted to open a flight school for Black students. She became a stunt flier and performed for paying audiences, which she insisted be desegregated. Following her death in a plane crash in 1926, the Bessie Coleman Aero Club was established in Los Angeles in 1929. She was inducted into the National Aviation hall of Fame in 2006. Which of the following sources would be useful for gathering more information about Bessie Coleman?
The national museum of African American history and culture
Letter from the Chain of Elkinsville Ecological Society Many of you have heard about the proposed northward expansion or the Interstate which currently ends just of Elkinsville the recent debate over how this works will go forward, the focus has been on weighing economic costs and benefits. Indeed, many local politicians claim to favor the project because it brings jobs in the short term and more visitors to Elkinsville in the long term. These politicians also argue that the proposed plan is the least environmentally damaging way to expand the highway further upstate. This cannot be true. However, since the proposed expansion involves not nit just the widening existing roads also the construction of more than a dozen miles of new terrain highway. Where is it most likely that readers would encounter this text?
The opinion section of the Elkinsiville Daily Eagle newspaper
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?
The scientific name for the domestic dog is Canis lupus familiaris
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. Which of the following could accurately subtitle this passage?
The start of the revolution
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)
The volunteers went to the houses of the opposing party accidentally The candidate received more voters in places the volunteers canvassed
It can be difficult to write sometimes, especially if you are creating something brand new. It is even harder when you must write while following certain rules. Some writers thrive when there are limits, like poets. Many poetry forms follow very specific rules, like sonnets or elegies: you can't just throw some words on a page and call it a haiku. On the other hand, some successful poets really enjoy breaking the rules. They will reuse to use proper punctuation or follow any sort of structure. So then what good are the rules if you can just break them and still succeed? That doesn't make any sense. I guess that is why I am not a poet. Which of the following is the most likely source for most of the authors' statement in the passage?
The writers own knowledge about writing
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing nobody knows - she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom. This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Which of the following conclusions could a reader make from this passage?
There is a big twist in the second half of the movie
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?
They go to the theatre as often as possible
Cicadas What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United State? You might be wondering why the media has featured it. but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas. Themselves from their underground refuge. let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. Which of the following is the most likely reason cicada's make a buzzing sound?
To attract a mate
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?
To describe how to train a puppy
Blue Whales You might think the largest animal on Earth is the blue whale, and you would be correct. Blue whales can reach a length of 98 ft. long and can weigh as much as 198 tons. However, in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon, there is an organism currently covering an area of 3 square miles and estimated to weigh at least 7,500 tons: the Armillaria ostoyae fungus, also known as the honey mushroom or shoestring fungus. Though A. ostoyae is found in other places, such as Michigan and Germany, only Oregon's fungus has grown to such an enormous size. The humongous fungus is estimated to be anywhere from 2,000 to 8,000 years old, and it continues to grow by 1 to 3 feet every year. Which of the following is the purpose of the passage?
To inform
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. Which of the following is the purpose of the passage?
To inform
Infomercial Hey there, kitchen utensil aficionados! It's Thurman again, bring you a brand-new piece of equipment for your home food station! Are you tired of your blocks of premium aged cheddar getting all crumbly when you try to slice them? Don't you hate leaving your fingerprints on that hard stick of butter? Well, worry no more! From the company that brought you the SmackDice comes the McGrabs! You no longer have to worry about your firm, sweaty grip destroying your cheese or your kinds of butter. All you have to do is slip on your patented heat-deflecting mittem, complete with plastic-grp palm pad, and slice your smooth dairy products with no threat of them smelting or crumbling from your body heat! Which of the following options best describes the purpose of this infomercial?
To persuade the audience to buy the Dairy McGrabs
Which of the following supports an evaluation of a logic argument?
Unbiased information
