HESI A2
HESI A2 Reading Comprehension Practice Test
1. What is implied by the author's mention of the Kayapo people in the passage on the Amazon Rainforest?
- A. The Kayapo people destroy the environment for farming.
 - B. The Kayapo people farm in an environmentally friendly way.
 - C. The Kayapo people contribute to deforestation.
 - D. The Kayapo people hunt animals for survival.
 
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The mention of the Kayapo people in the passage highlights how they farm in an environmentally friendly manner. Instead of using chemicals, they enrich the soil by burning wood and plant banana trees, attracting wasps that feed on harmful insects. This sustainable farming practice showcases their efforts to coexist with the rainforest ecosystem without causing harm. The other choices are incorrect: A is refuted by the passage as the Kayapo people are described as farming in an environmentally friendly way, C is incorrect as the passage does not mention the Kayapo people contributing to deforestation, and D is not supported by the text as there is no mention of the Kayapo people hunting animals for survival.
2. What is the meaning of the word moderation as used in the second paragraph?
- A. Adequate amounts
 - B. Intervals of time
 - C. Excess
 - D. Variation
 
Correct answer: A
Rationale: In this context, moderation means consuming adequate amounts of unsaturated fats. The passage highlights that unsaturated fats like olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial when consumed in appropriate quantities. Choice B, intervals of time, is incorrect as it does not relate to the consumption of fats. Choice C, excess, is incorrect because moderation implies avoiding excess consumption. Choice D, variation, is unrelated to the context of consuming fats in appropriate amounts.
3. Which might be a good title for the passage about Barefoot Running?
- A. Everyone Should Run Barefoot.
 - B. How to Prevent Running Injuries.
 - C. Modern Road Surfaces Versus Barefoot Running.
 - D. The Debate over Barefoot Running.
 
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The title 'The Debate over Barefoot Running' captures the main discussion in the passage.
4. All of the following are mentioned in the passage as potential risks from inadequate sleep EXCEPT ___________.
- A. Cancer
 - B. Obesity
 - C. Diabetes
 - D. Depression
 
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Cancer is not mentioned as a risk associated with inadequate sleep in the passage.
5. In this passage, which of these is not mentioned as a possible sign of heat exhaustion?
- A. Dizziness
 - B. Nausea
 - C. Headache
 - D. Drowsiness
 
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The passage mentions dizziness, nausea, and headache as symptoms but does not list drowsiness.
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