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 of the following sentences is INCOMPLETE?

• A. We sat out the next dance.
• B. While the band played.
• C. The band played a nice slow song.
• D. Everyone enjoyed the dance.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'While the band played.' This is an incomplete sentence as it lacks a main clause. The other choices (A, C, D) are complete sentences with a subject and a predicate, conveying a complete thought.

3. What is the meaning of 'belligerent'?

• A. retired
• B. sardonic
• C. pugnacious
• D. acclimated

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, 'pugnacious.' 'Belligerent' means aggressive or combative, which aligns with the definition of 'pugnacious.' Choice A, 'retired,' is incorrect as it does not relate to the aggressive or combative nature of 'belligerent.' Choice B, 'sardonic,' means grimly mocking or cynical, which is not synonymous with 'belligerent.' Choice D, 'acclimated,' means to become accustomed to a new climate or environment, which is unrelated to the meaning of 'belligerent.'

4. The development of the disease was INSIDIOUS.

• A. Momentous
• B. Sudden
• C. Innocuous
• D. Gradual

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The term 'insidious' typically describes something that occurs gradually and subtly, often without being noticed until it has become more serious or established. Therefore, the development of the disease being insidious suggests that it was gradual, aligning best with the meaning of the word in this context. Choice A, 'momentous,' means significant or important, which is opposite in meaning to insidious. Choice B, 'sudden,' indicates something happening quickly and unexpectedly, contrary to the gradual nature of an insidious development. Choice C, 'innocuous,' means harmless or not likely to cause harm, which does not accurately reflect the negative and harmful connotation associated with an insidious disease development.

5. Which word correctly completes the sentence? 'My sister gave the chocolate bar to my friend and ___.'

• A. Myself
• B. Me
• C. Us
• D. We

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Me.' In this sentence, 'me' is the correct object pronoun to use after the preposition 'to.' 'Myself' is a reflexive pronoun used when the subject and object of the sentence refer to the same person, which is not the case here. 'Us' is the object form of 'we,' which is incorrect in this context. Therefore, 'Me' is the most suitable choice.

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