Nursing Elites

1. Which word correctly completes the sentence? 'The men and women of the graduating class ___ their caps in the air.'

• A. Thorough
• B. Through
• C. Threw
• D. Throwing

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: Threw.' In this sentence, we need the past tense form of the verb 'throw' to show the action that occurred. Therefore, 'threw' is the correct choice. 'Thorough' (choice A) means complete or exhaustive, which doesn't fit the context of the sentence. 'Through' (choice B) is a preposition or an adverb, not the correct verb form. 'Throwing' (choice D) is the present participle form and does not match the past tense needed in the sentence.

2. Which cranial bone is the ___________?

• A. partial
• B. parietal
• C. pariah
• D. parhelion

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. parietal. The parietal bone is one of the eight bones that form the human skull. It is located near the top of the skull and forms the sides and roof of the cranium. The parietal bones come together at the top of the skull in a structure called the sagittal suture. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not refer to any cranial bone. 'Partial' means incomplete, 'pariah' refers to an outcast or social reject, and 'parhelion' is a bright spot appearing on either side of the sun.

3. What is another word for AEGIS?

• A. Relationship
• B. Respectability
• C. Ramifications
• D. Responsibility

Correct answer: B

Rationale: AEGIS is synonymous with protection, sponsorship, or support. Respectability aligns with this notion as it relates to being socially acceptable or esteemed, which can be seen as a form of protection or favorable regard. 'Relationship' (Choice A) does not capture the protective or supportive aspect of AEGIS. 'Ramifications' (Choice C) and 'Responsibility' (Choice D) are not synonyms for AEGIS. They do not convey the sense of protection or support associated with it.

4. He tried to remember the names of all the people who were there that night.

• A. Whom
• B. That
• C. Which
• D. Whose

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'that' is the correct relative pronoun to use in this context to refer to the people who were present that night. 'Whom' is used for objects of a verb or preposition, 'which' is used for things, and 'whose' is a possessive pronoun.

5. What does the term 'viscous' mean?

• A. Thick and sticky
• B. Slimy
• C. Watery
• D. Dry

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Thick and sticky.' Viscous describes a substance that is thick and sticky, resisting flow easily. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Slimy' implies a slippery, gooey texture; 'Watery' describes a substance with a thin, fluid consistency; and 'Dry' indicates the absence of moisture.

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