Nursing Elites

1. In which chapter should Clothilde look for more information about how to do this?

• A. Chapter 3
• B. Chapter 4
• C. Chapter 2
• D. Chapter 1

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Clothilde should look for more information on how to prune her elderberry plant and utilize the elderflowers for tea and homemade wine in Chapter 4: Herbs in Food. This chapter typically covers information on using herbs in various culinary and beverage preparations, which aligns with Clothilde's goals. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because Chapter 4, specifically focusing on herbs in food, is the most relevant chapter for Clothilde's inquiry on utilizing elderflowers for tea and wine.

2. While some people claim that any kind of distracted driving is dangerous, texting beats them all by keeping attention away from the road.

• A. Driving and texting have gone hand in hand ever since the irst teen decided that he needed to let his friends know what he was thinking right then and there. Government ofices have kept tabs on distracted drivers, and the numbers are staggering. The years of the study were from 2002 to
• B. Texting while driving has been linked to a dramatic increase in road accidents, with government data showing that drivers are 23 times more likely to crash when texting than when performing other tasks.
• C. While it’s true that distracted driving is dangerous, texting is particularly hazardous as it requires drivers to divert their attention from the road for an extended period. This prolonged distraction increases the risk of accidents.
• D. Many forms of distracted driving, such as eating or adjusting the radio, are common, but texting stands out due to the high number of accidents and fatalities it causes annually.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: This choice provides a detailed explanation relating to the topic of distracted driving and specifically mentions the issue of texting while driving. It highlights the prevalence of distracted driving due to texting and mentions the efforts of government offices to address this problem. The explanation is relevant and directly supports the idea that texting is the most dangerous form of distraction while driving.

3. Which of the following best describes the passage?

• A. Narrative
• B. Persuasive
• C. Expository
• D. Technical

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Persuasive.' The passage aims to persuade readers against smoking by presenting facts and arguments to convince them of the harmful effects of smoking. It highlights the negative consequences of smoking, such as containing carcinogens and toxins, causing various types of cancer, and leading to addiction. The passage also emphasizes the health risks and societal costs associated with smoking. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the passage is not a narrative (storytelling), expository (informative), or technical (specialized information) piece; instead, it focuses on convincing the audience to avoid smoking.

4. This passage is mainly about

• A. slaves in the Civil War.
• B. how slaves escaped along the Underground Railroad.
• C. Harriet Tubman's role as an abolitionist leader.
• D. Harriet Tubman's life as a slave.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage is mainly about Harriet Tubman's role as an abolitionist leader. It discusses her efforts to help slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad and highlights her significant impact on the abolitionist movement. The focus is on Tubman's leadership and involvement in the fight against slavery, rather than just her life as a slave or the general experience of slaves during the Civil War. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because while the passage mentions slavery, the Civil War, and Tubman's life as a slave, the primary emphasis is on her leadership and activism in the abolitionist movement.

5. Which of the following best describes the way the passages are structured?

• A. Both passages open by defining a legal concept and then continue to describe situations in order to further explain the concept.
• B. Both passages begin with situations, introduce accepted definitions, and then cite legal ramifications.
• C. The first passage presents a long definition while the second passage begins by showing an example of assault.
• D. Both cite specific legal doctrines, then proceed to explain the rulings.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The passages are structured in a way where both begin by defining a legal concept (assault and battery) and then provide further explanations and examples to help clarify and elaborate on the concepts. Both passages open with a clear definition and then proceed to discuss the concept in various situations. Choice A is correct because it accurately captures the structure of the passages. Choice B is incorrect because the passages do not introduce accepted definitions after presenting situations; they define the legal concepts first. Choice C is incorrect because the first passage does not present a long definition, it begins by defining lethal force and then provides examples. Choice D is incorrect because while the passages explain legal concepts, they do not specifically cite legal doctrines or explain rulings.

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