Nursing Elites

1. Select the book title that does not contain a preposition.

• A. The Man in the Brown Suit
• B. The Secret of Chimneys
• C. Murder on the Orient Express
• D. And Then There Were None

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'D' - 'And Then There Were None.' This title does not contain a preposition. Prepositions are words that show the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in the sentence. In this title, 'And,' 'Then,' 'There,' and 'None' are not prepositions; they are conjunctions and pronouns. Choices A, B, and C all contain prepositions: 'in,' 'of,' and 'on,' respectively. Therefore, they are incorrect answers for this question.

2. After a twelve-hour workday, James was exhausted when he heard the news.

• A. .
• B. ;
• C. ,
• D. —

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The comma (,) is used to separate the introductory clause 'After a twelve-hour workday' from the main clause 'James was exhausted when he heard the news.' This punctuation correctly indicates the relationship between the two clauses without interrupting the flow of the sentence. Choice A (.), a period, would create two separate sentences, which is not appropriate in this context. Choice B (;) is too strong of a pause and semicolons are typically used to connect closely related independent clauses. Choice D (—) is an em dash, which is used to set off an abrupt break or interruption in the sentence, not to separate an introductory clause from the main clause.

3. Among the following transitional words or phrases, which one indicates contrast?

• A. Regardless
• B. Furthermore
• C. Subsequently
• D. It may appear

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The transitional word 'Regardless' indicates a contrast or opposition between ideas. It is often used to show that a particular fact or situation is true or relevant despite other circumstances, highlighting a contradiction or opposing viewpoint. 'Furthermore' (choice B) is used to add more information or provide additional support rather than indicate contrast. 'Subsequently' (choice C) shows a sequence of events or a cause-and-effect relationship, not a contrast. 'It may appear' (choice D) introduces a condition or possibility, but it does not signal a contrast between ideas. Therefore, 'Regardless' is the correct choice to indicate contrast among the options provided.

4. Julia is writing an essay about the influence of technology on interpersonal relationships. Which of the following sentences would NOT be a relevant supporting detail?

• A. Studies show that the more teenagers engage in social media, the less they engage with their peers.
• B. College students study and work on homework an average of 4-6 hours a day.
• C. Use of technology such as smartphones can lead to a lack of engagement in conversations.
• D. Some psychologists think that watching TV activates the same part of the brain as having an in-depth conversation.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In an essay focusing on the impact of technology on interpersonal relationships, details about college students' study habits and homework workload are not directly related to the influence of technology on relationships. Choices A, C, and D are more relevant as they directly address the impact of technology, such as social media engagement, smartphone usage affecting conversations, and the comparison between TV-watching and brain activity during conversations.

5. Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct use of an apostrophe?

• A. In one version of the story, there are seven fairies invited to the christening, while in another version there are twelve fairies.
• B. Some historians believe that the number twelve represents the shift from a lunar year of thirteen months to a solar year of twelve months.
• C. Other historians claim that the symbolism in the fairy tale is more about nature and the shifting seasons.
• D. Regardless of its meaning, the fairy tale remains popular and has been immortalized in Tchaikovsky's music for the ballet.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Choice C, 'Other historians claim that the symbolism in the fairy tale is more about nature and the shifting seasons,' demonstrates the correct use of an apostrophe. The apostrophe in 'season’s' indicates the possessive form of 'seasons,' correctly showing ownership by the shifting seasons. Choices A, B, and D do not showcase the correct use of an apostrophe. Choice A incorrectly uses 'fairy’s' instead of 'fairies,' which is the plural form of 'fairy.' Choice B uses 'historians’' which is correct for the possessive form but does not relate to the use of an apostrophe. Choice D correctly uses 'Tchaikovsky's' to indicate possession by Tchaikovsky.

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