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1. What is the best definition of the underlined word in the selection below, taken from the third paragraph of the passage? 'You should try to be aware of your consumption of water and energy.'

• A. Using the greatest amount
• B. Illness of the lungs
• C. Using the least amount
• D. Depletion of goods

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this context, 'consumption' refers to the use or depletion of resources like water and energy. It is not about using the greatest amount (choice A) or the least amount (choice C) but about being mindful of how much you use to avoid depletion. 'Illness of the lungs' (choice B) is completely unrelated to the context of resource conservation discussed in the passage.

2. Where did Robert and I decide to buy a house after looking at five different houses?

• A. Forest Road
• B. Pine Street
• C. Rice Avenue
• D. Willow Lane

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Robert and the speaker decided to buy the house on Forest Road after considering five different houses. The first two houses lacked the necessary space, the third didn't have a big enough yard, the fourth was above their price range, and the last one wasn't in the desired neighborhood. Only the house on Forest Road met their requirements for space and price, making it the final choice.

3. First-hand accounts of an event, subject matter, time period, or an individual are referred to as what type of source?

• A. Primary sources
• B. Secondary sources
• C. Direct sources
• D. Indirect sources

Correct answer: A

Rationale: First-hand accounts, like the speech by Charles Dickens, are considered primary sources as they provide direct evidence or original data from the event or time period. Primary sources offer firsthand information, such as diaries, speeches, letters, autobiographies, or original research reports. Secondary sources interpret and analyze primary sources, making them one step removed from the original event or period. Direct and indirect sources are not commonly used terms in the context of primary and secondary sources.

4. A synonym for disconfirmed would be:

• A. proven
• B. dissipated
• C. distilled
• D. disproven

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'disconfirmed' can be understood by breaking down 'disconfirm,' where 'dis' indicates 'not' and 'confirm' means 'to prove.' Therefore, 'disconfirmed' means 'not proven,' which aligns with the meaning of 'disproven.' In the given passage, it is mentioned that evidence can disprove a hypothesis, not necessarily prove it. This supports the synonymity between 'disconfirmed' and 'disproven.' Choice A ('proven') is incorrect because 'proven' is the opposite of 'disconfirmed.' Choice B ('dissipated') is incorrect as it means to disappear or scatter, not related to disproving a hypothesis. Choice C ('distilled') is incorrect as it means to purify a liquid through heating and cooling, not related to proving or disproving hypotheses.

5. What is the best summary of this article?

• A. The assassin who tried to kill President Lincoln and Secretary Seward escaped into the night. After having fired his pistol at the president, he barely eluded authorities and hurried to Seward's residence. There, he stabbed both the secretary and his son, Frederick Seward.
• B. A single assassin went on a rampage tonight, starting at Ford's Theater and absconding into the night. He currently remains at large.
• C. President Lincoln was shot by an assassin at Ford's Theater; the president is not expected to survive. Secretary Seward and his son were also attacked by an assassin at their home this evening. They remain unconscious, and their chances of survival are questionable. General Grant was scheduled to be at the theater, but changed his plans and was not harmed by the evening's events.
• D. General Grant is poised to take over the role of the presidency should President Lincoln die from wounds inflicted upon him at Ford's Theater. Grant was present at a recent Cabinet meeting, where Lincoln expressed hope for the future and spoke kind words about General Lee and the Confederacy.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Choice C is the best summary of the article. It encapsulates the key events that occurred, including President Lincoln being shot at Ford's Theater, the attack on Secretary Seward and his son at their home, and General Grant avoiding harm. It accurately reflects the major developments and outcomes of the tragic events described in the article. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they either focus on specific aspects of the events and omit critical details or introduce irrelevant information not present in the article extract.

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