SCIENCE 233 TEAS Reading Questions and Answers
1. Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the passage?
A humming bird may attack other birds that come near a humming bird feeder.
(The author s
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SCIENCE 233 TEAS Reading Questions and Answers
1. Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the passage?
A humming bird may attack other birds that come near a humming bird feeder.
(The author states that male hummingbirds may become aggressive in defending food sources.)
2. Which of the following describes the structure of the passage?
This passage provides facts about hummingbirds.
(The passage provides information about hummingbirds in an expository manner.)
3. Which of the following is the authors main purpose in the third paragraph?
To Inform (The third paragraph provides objective details and facts, including physical and temperamental characteristics, of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird.)
4. Which of the following statements from the passage provides evidence that hummingbirds have the ability to amaze? Their wings beat faster than those of any other bird- from 60 to 70 times per second
(This sentence provides an example of one of the amazing abilities that hummingbirds have compared to other birds, which supports the argument that they have the ability to amaze.)
5. Which of the following sentences best summarizes the passage? They are marvels of speed, agility, and beauty. (This sentence summarizes much of the preceding content in the passage)
6. Which of the following has a similar theme to the Hummingbirds passage? A nature documentary highlighting the many different varieties of peacock spider in Australia and their unique traits
(The Hummingbirds passage describes the surprising variety and abilities of the large array of Hummingbirds in the United States. A nature documentary that similarly describes the diversity and unique appearance of the peacock spider would have a similar theme.)
7. Which of the following best rephrases the topic of the passage? The wide variety of hummingbirds and their attributes.
(The passage gives examples of the variety of hummingbirds in existence as well as their many different attributes.)
8. Which of the following best supports the authors point of view that hummingbirds are “marvels of speed, agility, and beauty”? A citation from a zoologist. (A zoologist studies animals. A citation from a zoologist would support the author’s claims about hummingbirds.)
9. Which of the following statements from the passage contains only facts? When newly hatched, three of the birds can fit inside a nest in the size of a large thimble. (The information in this sentence is verifiable fact.)
Read the memo below before answering the question.
TO: All Staff
FROM: Human Resources RE: Award Nominations
As the year comes to a close, please consider nominating a coworker for the employee-of-the-year award. This award is sponsored by the company and is intended to recognize an employee who has exhibited consistent excellent performance throughout the year. Please keep the intended purpose in mind when considering a nominee. Once all nominations have been received, a committee of managers and employees will make the final selection.
Please submit your nominations no later than Friday, December 5th.
10. What is the main purpose of the memo? To request nominations of potential candidates for an annual award. (This memo specifically asks employees to submit nominations and outlines the details of submission. All sentences in the memo support this purpose.)
11. What is a logical conclusion based on the information given in the memo? An employee will be selected from the nominee pool shortly after December 5th. (The paragraph states that once all nominations have been received, a
committee will make the selection. Additionally, nominations are due by December 5th.)
The next two questions are based on this passage.
Read the passage below before answering the question.
Two weeks ago, I went fishing on the Kaw River with my grandfather. We found a secluded spot where the fish were abundant. After a while, several police officers appeared on the opposite shore. Grandfather hollered across and discovered that they were looking for a stolen car that had been reportedly dumped in the Kaw. I suddenly had a large tug on my line, but I could not pull the fish in without breaking my line. A police officer in scuba gear volunteered to help. After several moments, the diver surfaced and said, "You have a whopper, but he is in one of those old cars at the bottom. I would have better luck helping you, but every time I approach him, he rolls up the window!"
12. Which of the following is the purpose of this paragraph?
To Entertain (The passage tells a story that is meant to entertain.)
13. Which of the following sentences in the text could support the inference that it is common practice to dispose of old vehicles in the Kaw River?
After several moments, the diver surfaced and said You have a whooper, but he is in one of those old cars at the bottom. (The police diver jokes that the fish is in “one of those old cars” on the riverbed. This implies that there are several cars at the bottom of the Kaw River)
14. What is the meaning of "uncanny," as used in the 4th paragraph of the passage? Surreal (Based on the author's descriptions of the incredible, unusual situations that sleepwalkers can experience, this definition of uncanny fits the context of the passage.)
15. Which of the following best rephrases the author's point of view about media coverage of sleepwalking? Media coverage of sleepwalking is sensationalized.
16. Based on the passage, which of the following inferences can be made about the woman's sleepwalking event described in the second paragraph? The woman's sleepwalking experience became a popular news story.
17. Which of the following is the main idea in the third paragraph? Sleepwalking is a common phenomenon.
18. Which of the following sentences rephrases the author main argument about sleepwalking in the passage? Sleep walking is a perplexing mystery that can be alarming to those who have the condition.
19. Which of the following sentences from the passage presents the topic of the passage? Despite the fact that sleepwalking, or noctambulation, occurs frequently, this odd ailment remains a baffling, uncanny – if not frightening
– phenomenon.
Read the passage below before answering the question.
Most Americans know that HIV/AIDS is a worldwide health problem; many also believe it is the most dangerous disease across the globe. Malaria, however, far surpasses HIV/AIDS as a cause of sickness and death around the world. One likely reason for Americans' lack of awareness about malaria may be that malaria has been eradicated in this country, thanks in large part to efforts made during World War II. U.S. scientists sought new medicines and methods to control the effects and spread of malaria among combat troops. Those efforts were later applied to an eradication effort that has kept the U.S. malaria-free for decades.
20. Which of the following was a key reason that scientists began working on better treatments for malaria? To protect soldiers in combat
21. Which of the following data supports the author's argument about why Americans lack awareness about the dangers of malaria around the world? An epidemiology report finds there have been no cases of malaria originating from the United States in the last 60 years.
22. Which of the following best describes the author's purpose in the first sentence of the passage?
To connect the passage to the reader's frame of reference
23. Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the passage ? Infection rates within a community may affect that community's understanding of diseases.
Read the passage below before answering the question.
There are many tall tales from old world sailors and farmers, but some of them about weather prediction are true. Here are three general rules you can follow to predict precipitation. If there is a ring around the moon at night, rain or snow may be coming. Rain or snow may be imminent when puffy cumulus clouds change and begin to flatten. And finally, if a north wind shifts in a counter-clockwise manner, rain or snow could be on its way.
24. What is the main idea of the paragraph? Precipitation can often be forecasted by a few simple observations.
25. If the weather forecast suggests that the current north wind will shift in a counter- clockwise direction to a southwesterly wind by afternoon, what might you predict? Rain
Read the passage below before answering the question.
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh basil
1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 red onion, diced
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, chopped 12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp butter
4 oz goat cheese
1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic, basil, thyme, and onion to oil and heat until onion is clear and tender.
3. Add chicken to pan and cook for 8 min.
4. While chicken is cooking, bring pasta to a boil in a saucepan. Drain and return to the pot.
5. Add butter and cheese to pasta and stir until melted, creating a sauce.
6. Toss the chicken mixture with the pasta, coating evenly with the cheese sauce. Serve hot.
Makes 4 servings
26. According to the recipe above, when should the onion be cooked? After heating the oil in the pan
27. At which of the following times does it make the most sense to mince the garlic?
Before adding oil to the pan
T O E R A P B H
Using the letter string above, delete every second letter. Replace the remaining vowels with the letter "O" and add the letter "S" to the end of the string.
28. Which of the following words can be made using the remaining letters?
BOOTS
A student is writing a paper and wants to know another word for "large." Which of the following resources would be most useful for the student?
29. Thesaurus
30. Above is a sample of a bibliography from a student research paper. Based on the sources listed above, what is the likely subject of the paper? The start of World War I
FLAG
Arrange the numbered squares above into a pyramid with three in the bottom row, two in the middle row, and one on top. Follow these guidelines when placing the squares:
Squares in the bottom row have even numbers.
The two numbers in the middle row have a difference of 3. The top block is a multiple of 3.
31. Which of the following arrangements of squares corresponds with the directions above?
(Bottom row: 2, 12, and 14 are all even numbers; middle row: 7 – 4 = 3; top block: 9 is a multiple of 3. This arrangement meets all of the criteria in the direction)
32. Which of the following statements represents an opinion? "Fishing in the spring is more fun."
33. which of the following medications is in a form other than a pill? Shake well before using clean mouth piece after each use with running water.
34.
Use the advertisement below to answer the question.
34. Above is an advertisement for a roofing company. Which of the following information is included in the advertisement? Information about a special deal for new customers
Today I had lunch with my friend. I called her yesterday and asked her to bring our high school yearbook to the restaurant. She forgot to bring it. After lunch, she promised to bring it to me in the morning.
35. Based on the passage above, which of the following events occurred first? The narrator asks his friend to bring the yearbook. (This event occurred "yesterday," before lunch. Therefore, this event occurred first.)
Use the table of contents below to answer the question.
Earth and Tree Table of Contents
Save the World by Planting a Tree 1-3
Save Water by Installing Water Filters 4-7
Photography Contest Winners 5-9
Our Trees Will Protect Our Earth 10-15
36. Which of the following questions is most likely to be addressed in this month's issue of Earth and Tree? What are the effects of reforestation on the environment? (The table of contents references saving the world by planting a tree and trees protecting the earth, which are both ideas behind reforestation. )
Use the schedule below to answer the question.
37. Students are offered a $2.50 discount on all movies that start before 5:00 p.m. How many different movies could a student see at the discount price? 5 (The Hostess is the only movie that does not have a show starting before 5:00 p.m)
Use the nutrition facts label below to answer the question.
38. The percent daily value on nutrition labels indicates the nutrients in one serving of food based on recommendations from the Food and Drug Administration. Ideally, a balanced diet would provide 100% of each of these nutrients each day. Based on this information, which of the following nutritional categories should someone limit for the rest of the day if they eat 1 serving of the cookies described in the nutrition facts above? Saturated fat (This has the highest percent daily value, so the consumer should be aware of how much saturated fat the rest of his foods contain that day.)
39. She spent the rest of the day at home after consuming food that was contaminated with Staphylococcus aureus at lunch.
Italics are used in the sentence above because the italicized words are? The scientific name of an organism.
Use the advertisement below to answer the question.
Fresh picked apples on SALE today!
Granny Smith: Only $2.50 per basket. Macintosh: Only $4 for 2 baskets.
Fuji: Buy one basket for $4.75 get one basket free.
Delicious: Buy one basket for $3 and get the second one 1/2 price.
40. When purchasing two baskets, which of the following apples is the most economical to buy? Macintosh
Amber was distraught when she discovered that her wallet was missing from her purse.
41. What is the meaning of "distraught" as used in the sentence above? Upset
FLAG
Use the index below to answer the question.
Photography, 14, 156-170
b&w, 156-158
color, 159-165
digital processing, 165-167
film processing, 167-170
Printing, 90-96
color correction, 95-96
equipment, 90-94
processing, 94-95
Publication design, 10, 101-135
artwork, 125-130
color palettes, 115-124
fonts, 101-103
icons, 131-135
layouts, 103-115
42. Using the index above, which of the following page ranges should someone refer to when choosing colors for a book design? 115-124
Use the chart below to answer the question.
43. The pie chart above shows the percentage of students from a college fraternity majoring in 6 different subject areas. Which of the following statements is true about the
pie chart?
The number of English and Education majors is equal to the number of Biology majors.
Despite our entreaties, her objection to our plan stands.
44. Which of the following definitions is correct for "stands" as used in the sentence above?
Remains in effect
45. Where would a student look to find out more information about historical weather predictions and weather patterns? Almanac (An almanac is an annual publication that includes meteorological information for the days of the year.)
46. Which of the following is the best resource to use to find the definition of the word
“vernacular”? A Dictionary
47. Which of the following sources contains copyright information for a given book? Library online catalog (A library online catalog provides information about how to locate a specific book, and therefore includes copyright information.)
Math:
1. Which of the following is the equivalent percent for 12.5? 1,250
(When converting from a decimal to a percent, multiply by 100.)
2. 16 out of 64 students in a Physics class received a grade of "A" for the class. Which of the following is the percent of students who received an "A"? 25%
3. The sum of two numbers is 20. Which of the following equations states that the product of one number and the square of the other number is 50? x2(20 - x) = 50
4. Which of the following is the value below rounded to the nearest thousandth 34,582.29176? 34,582.29200 (The digit in the thousandths place is a 1, so in looking to the right, the 7 determines that the value should round up to 2 thousandths.)
5. A trucking company transports goods a distance of 900 miles. The company's policy is to charge $0.80 per mile for the first 200 miles and $0.40 per mile for the remaining miles. Which of the following graphs best illustrates the relationship between the cost of transportation and total mileage? (The graph should show that the transportation cost increases linearly for the first 200 miles, following a trajectory that achieves a total of $160 ($0.80 × 200). The transportation cost trajectory should then change so that it increases linearly to reach a total of $440 [$160 + ($0.40 × 700)].)
6. A = -2.7, B = -1.2, C = 0.8, D = 1.7, E = 2.3
Which statement is true for the values given above? The values listed in decreasing order are represented by E, D, C, B, A
7. 25/9 + 12/18
Simplify the expression above. Which of the following is correct? 32/3
This expression can be rewritten as: 2 + 5/9 + 1 + 2/18 =
2 + 5/9 + 1 + 1/9 =
3 + 6/9 = 32/3
Use the graph below to answer the question.
8. Which of the following statements represents a valid conclusion from the data presented in the graph above? The height of any 18-month-old boy in this city can be estimated from this model. (The height of an 18-month-old boy in this city is approximately 35 inches)
9. A $75 sweater is discounted by $15. Which of the following is the percent of the discount? 20%
10. 8 - 12z = 92 Solve the equation above for z. Which of the following is correct? -7 (This is the result of subtracting 8 from both sides of the equation, then dividing the remaining values by -12. The quotient is negative, because a positive divided by a negative results in a negative value.)
11. An employee at a restaurant makes $14.50 per hour. If the employee works 150 hours during a pay period, which of the following represents the employee's gross earnings for the pay period? $2,175.00
12. A shopper at a local grocery store weighs a bag of apples. The weight is 2.4 pounds (lb). Which of the following is the weight of the apples in ounces (oz)? (Note: 1 lb = 16 oz)
38.4 oz
13. When rounding to the nearest whole number, which of the following estimates the answer to (22.1 + 9.875)/5.3? (22+10)/5
Use the graph below to answer the question.
14. Two hundred people in each of three age groups were surveyed regarding their attendance at G-rated movies during the year. The results are given in the bar graph above. Which of the following statements is supported by the data? More than half of people over 25 in the survey attended a G-rated movie
Use the figure below to answer the question.
r = 5 cm
15. Which of the following is the accurate calculation of the perimeter of the object above? (Use the approximate value of 3.14 for pi.) 25.7 cm (This is the calculation of half the circumference of the circle (10 x 3.14/2) added to the length of the diameter (5 x 2).)
16. The average speed a NASA space shuttle travels is 17,500 miles per hour. The distance the space shuttle traveled is 238,855 miles. What is the travel time of the space shuttle?
13.6 hr
17. Let x represent the length of one side of a rectangle with a perimeter of 200. Which of the following expressions describes the area of the rectangle? x(100 - x) (The area of a rectangle is the product of the length times the width. Since the perimeter of the rectangle is 200, one length + one width = 100. If one side is x, the adjacent side must be 100 - x.)
18. Mary was planning a trip to Western Samoa. Before going, she did some research and learned that the exchange rate is 6 Tala for $2. How many Tala would she get if she exchanged $325? 975 Tala
19. The sales tax for a purchase equals $7.00. The sales tax rate is 6.25%. Which of the following is the price of the purchase before tax? $112.00 (This is correct because 6.25% of $112.00 equals $7.00.)
20. A patient in a hospital is prescribed 0.52 mL of medication. The patient has received 0.371 mL. Which of the following is the amount of medication remaining to be administered? 0.149 mL
21. 81 ft2 = 9 yd2
Which of the following converts the units above correctly? (Note:1 yd = 3 ft) 9
There are 3 feet to a yard and 9 square feet to a square yard.
81 ft2 = 9 ft2 x 1 yd2
x = 9 yd2
22. Which of the following is the decimal equivalent of 3/5? 0.6
Use the scatter plot below to answer the question.
23. The height and corresponding arm span of several people were recorded and are plotted above. Which of the following statements about the data is correct? There is a positive correlation between height and arm span.
Use the table below to answer the question.
24. Which of the following statements is true about the cost of internet usage represented in the table above? The range of 10 min of additional internet usage in St. Paul is
$0.28.
25. There are 100 students in the freshman class of a high school. Three-tenths of the class is going on a field trip today. Which of the following is the number of freshmen who will be staying at school? 70
3x/5 - 2 = x + 1/3
26. Solve the equation above for x. Which of the following is correct? -35/6
The least common denominator of 3x/5, -2, x, and 1/3 is 15. The equation can be rewritten as:
9x/15 - 30/15 = 15x/15 + 5/15
Placing the x's on one side of the equation and the constants on the other gives:
-35/15 = 6x/15
This means -35 = 6x or x = -35/6.
27. A doctor sees each patient for 20 min during a typical appointment. How many patients can the doctor see in a typical 7.5 hr day? 22 patients
Use the figure below to answer the question.
28. Which of the following is the area of the irregular polygon above? 44 square cm
(This can be found by breaking the figure down into three rectangles and finding the sum of their areas to get the total area. One rectangle is 4 cm by 5 cm; one is 3 cm by 6 cm; and one is 2 cm by 3 cm. Area is length times width, so 20 cm2 + 18 cm2 + 6 cm2 = 44 cm2 .
29. Which number is correctly rounded to the place value indicated? 3.255 to the hundredths place is 3.26
30. 7 students in a class of 20 made a perfect score on a quiz. Which of the following is the percent of students who made a perfect score? 35%
31. A box has a length of 21/2 feet, a width of 31/3 feet, and a height of 41/4 feet. The formula for volume is length X width X height. Which of the following is the volume of the box in cubic feet? 35 5/12 feet3\
32. 32/4 x 11/2
Simplify the expression above. Which of the following is correct? 51/4
(When multiplying mixed numbers, first change the mixed numbers to improper fractions (14/4 × 3/2). Then multiply the numerators together and the denominators together and simplify the result (42/8 = 51/4).)
SCIENCE:
1. Which of the following glands is found on top of the kidneys? Adrenal
2. Seaweed → Snail → Fish → Dolphin
Using the food chain above, which of the following terms best describes the trophic level of snails? Primary consumer
3. Which of the following glands produces melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep?
Pineal
4. What is the role of the urethra? To transport urine out of the body
5. Which of the following results from the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine into the nerve synapse? Dopamine binds to receptor proteins on the membrane of the postsynaptic cell
6. Which of the following explains why gases are termed "compressible" and liquids are not? Particles have a large amount of empty space between them.
7. Which of the following is the form of energy contained in nutrient molecules and in ATP's high-energy bonds? Potential energy Bonds in molecules store potential energy for later use.
You may use the periodic table to answer this question.
23
5 U → x +4He
9
2 2
8. Which of the following is "x" in the reaction above?
23
1 Th
90
(In the natural decay of the radioisotope uranium-235, uranium loses 2 protons and 4 mass units; therefore, the atomic number is reduced by 2 and the mass number is reduced by 4. This corresponds to thorium-231.)
9. Which of the following illustrates a negative feedback mechanism that occurs in the human body? The release of insulin from the pancreas in response to an increase in blood- sugar levels
10. Which of the following is the purpose of using control groups in an investigation?
To establish a standard for data comparison
A student made a culture of yeast cells in a test tube by mixing a pinch of dry yeast with 10 milliliters (mL) of distilled water. This test tube was labeled A. The student then took 1 mL of the resulting solution and placed it in test tube B with 9 mL of distilled water. The student continued using this method of serial dilution through trial E as shown in the figure above. Examining the solution in test tube E under a microscope, the student found that there were 1,500 yeast cells per milliliter.
11. Which of the following is the concentration of yeast cells per milliliter in test tube C? 150,000 (Using the dilution process, each successive dilution reduces the concentration of yeast cells by a factor of 10. So, if test tube E has 1,500 yeast cells per milliliter, then test tube C will have 100 times that many.)
12. Which of the following explains what happens in the circulatory system during hyperventilation? Carbon dioxide levels decrease, causing an increase in blood pH.
(As carbon dioxide levels decrease, the blood becomes more basic, increasing blood pH.)
13. A first-degree burn involves which of the following layers of skin? Epidermis only
14. Which of the following food sources provides the majority of the urea that is filtered from the blood via the kidneys? Meat and some plant products, such as legumes
15. Which of the following molecules, if present in urine, indicates a problem with kidney function? Albumin
16. Anxiety about an upcoming final exam causes a student to experience an increase in blood pressure, dilation of the pupils, and a dry mouth. Which of the following nervous system responses is responsible for these physical symptoms? Sympathetic
17. Cystic fibrosis is a homozygous recessive condition. A genetic counselor should advise concerned parents that, if each of them has a parent who has cystic fibrosis yet neither of the concerned parents is affected, the probability of their potential child having cystic fibrosis is 25%
18. Which of these terms specifically means the intake and expulsion of air using the lungs?
Ventilation
Steps involved in natural selection include:
1. Preservation of genes of best-adapted offspring
2. Overproduction of offspring with variation in traits
3. Differential survival in the face of environmental challenges
19. Which of the following is the sequence in which these steps take place? 2, 3, 1
20. Which of the following connects bones to muscles? Tendons
HCl + Mg(OH)2 → MgCl2 + H2O
Balance the equation above.
21. Which of the following describes the number of moles of each product that are formed by this chemical reaction after it has been balanced? One mole magnesium chloride, two moles water
22. Nails are made of a protein called Keratin
23. Which of the following glands is exclusively found in males? Cowper's (Cowper’s glands secrete fluid to protect sperm in male)
24. Which of the following hormones is produced in the ovaries? Estrogen
25. Which of the following statements correctly matches a body system with its function?
The digestive system facilitates absorption of substances into the bloodstream. (The digestive system includes the intestines, where nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream.)
26. A researcher decides to repeat an experiment and reassess results first established in the 1930s about why plants grow toward light. Which of the following is the best reason for conducting this experiment? Equipment and methods developed since the 1930s may produce better data and provide mechanistic detail.
27. Which of the following enzymes breaks down complex carbohydrates? Amylase
28. It has been hypothesized that chloroplasts originated from photosynthetic cyanobacteria that became symbiotic inside a host cell. Which of the following observations provides the strongest evidence for this suggestion? Chloroplast DNA shows clear similarities to cyanobacterial DNA.
29. Which of the following processes explains why an individual that has suffered a broken bone and is immobilized for an extended period of time experiences bone mass loss? Demineralization
Use the table below to answer the question.
30. A group of scientists was using bromothymol blue, an indicator that turns from blue to yellow in the presence of carbon dioxide, to conduct research on the relationship between exercise and the rate of cellular respiration in humans. The table above shows how long, in seconds, it took for the bromothymol blue to change from blue to yellow when study participants exhaled into the solution. Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the data shown? Strenuous activity occurred prior to data collection for Trial 2, resulting in a greater CO2 production.
31. Which of the following organs stores bile? Gallbladder
32. A blood sample taken from a patient fighting an infection is expected to show elevated white blood cell count.
33. Which of the following describes the function of the ribosome in a living cell?
Use of genetic information to build specific protein molecules
34. Which of the following conditions is related to an abnormality in the function of red blood cells? Anemia
35. A blood pressure reading of 120/70 mm Hg refers to arterial pressures recorded during
ventricular contraction/ventricular relaxation.
36. Which of the following cell types produce antibodies? B-Cells
37. The lungs are covered by a membrane called the: Pleura
38. Which of the following is the iron-containing protein in red blood cells? Hemoglobin
39. Which of the following is part of the small intestine? Ileum
40. If an intensive property is independent of the amount of the material being measured, which of the following is an example of an intensive property? Density
41. When an enzyme is degraded into its monomeric structural units, the monomers will be
Amnio acids
42. Skeletal muscle contraction is stimulated by the neurotransmitter , which is released by nerves at the neuromuscular junction. acetylcholine
43. Which of the following layers of the epidermis contains cells that provide protection against UV radiation? Stratum Basal
44. Pancreatic cells have an abundance of to meet the protein production demands of the cell. Rougher Endoplasmic Reticulum
45. The cause of cell differentiation is that different cells: express alternate genetic information.
46. Which of the following explains why damage to the spleen is a critical concern?
Damage to the spleen causes massive blood loss
47. Which of the following contains the testes? Scrotum
Language Arts:
1. As indicated in the findings, a scale score of 240 points indicates a performance above the proficiency level. Which of the following is the likely genre for the sentence above? Research Paper
2. Which of the following sentences would be appropriate in a descriptive passage about zoos? The children run laughing to the petting zoo, ready to snatch up crumbs to feed the soft, cuddly sheep.
3. His coarse manners offended me, and I already regretted my decision to have him visit. Which of the following words is an antonym for "coarse" as used in the sentence above? Refined
4. The expedition finally arrived at the top of the mountain after days of arduous hiking. Which of the following words is an antonym for "arduous" as used in the sentence above? EASY
5. The Academy Awards, or Oscars, is a ceremony that honors achievements in American film. The Oscars offer awards in such categories as Best Actor, Best Picture, and Best Director. Earning an Oscar is considered by many to be the highest accomplishment possible in making motion pictures. Many think that the Academy Awards selection process is biased and outdated and needs to expand its focus to a more diverse array of films. The ceremony itself is rich in tradition and known for its extravagance. The Academy Awards mark a night of celebration in the film industry, and its broadcast is enjoyed by families around the world who love the magic of movies. Which of the following sentences from the passage above is not consistent with the overall tone of the passage? Many think that the Academy Awards selection process is biased and outdated and needs to expand its focus to a more diverse array of films.
6. Which of the following words is spelled correctly? Receivable
7. Clean hands and hair are essential to good grooming; , a person should also pay attention to the appearance of his clothes. Which of the following words is most appropriate to complete the sentence above? However
8. Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct? Originally written for children, her book has amused many generations of readers.
9. Which of the following options demonstrates correct sentence structure? Chronic lateness for work can result in a poor rating or even loss of your employment.
10. It is best to listen intently, take notes vigorously, and show interest by your facial expression. Which of the following words is an antonym for "vigorously" as used in the sentence above? Casually
11. Many islands are located in the mid-latitudes.
Which of the following defines the prefix mid- as used in the word mid-latitudes in the sentence above? Center
12. Penicillin rarely kills bacteria it merely prevents them from multiplying.
Which of the following correctly punctuates the underlined portion of the sentence above? bacteria; it
13. Which of the following is most often the first sentence of a paragraph?
Topic sentence
14. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix ante? Before
15. When I was a teenager, camping in the great outdoors with my sister was one of my favorite activities. Which of the following words is the simple subject of the sentence above? Camping
16. Which of the following is the first step of the writing process? Preparing an outline
17. Which of the following options demonstrates correct sentence structure?
She spent hours poring over the books because they were to be sold tomorrow.
18. Because I was excited about the opportunity to baby-sit a brought her son to my house early on Saturday afternoon. Which of the following options correctly completes the passage above? Toddler, my best friend
19. The first reports of the earthquake greatly exaggerated in the news media. Which of the following verbs correctly completes the sentence above? Were
20. The inhabitants of the town believe that noise, smog, and traffic away tourists. Which of the following predicates correctly completes the sentence above? Drive
21. Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? How did one man's name get on the list of women's names?
22. Wagging his tail furiously, the dog enjoyed the morsels of steak slipped to him by the guests under the table. Which of the following is misplaced in the sentence above? Under the table
23. satisfies my hunger after school. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A few cookies or a sandwich
24. Based on an analysis of word structure, a "pandemic" is something that affects everyone
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