Nursing Elites

1. What is the purpose of the use of repetition in the following passage?

• A. It serves as a demonstration of Mr. Lanyon's mental state.
• B. It is reminiscent of the church bells mentioned in the story.
• C. It mimics Mr. Utterson's ambivalence.
• D. It emphasizes Mr. Utterson's anguish in failing to identify Hyde's whereabouts.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The repetition in the passage, especially the reiteration of Mr. Utterson's struggle and the continuous digging at the problem, serves to emphasize Mr. Utterson's internal turmoil and anguish. It highlights his failure to identify Hyde's whereabouts and his increasing obsession with the mystery. Choice A is incorrect because the repetition does not primarily reflect Mr. Lanyon's mental state but focuses on Mr. Utterson's dilemma. Choice B is incorrect as the repetition does not directly relate to the church bells but to Mr. Utterson's persistent contemplation. Choice C is incorrect as the repetition does not specifically mirror Mr. Utterson's ambivalence but rather his distress and preoccupation with the problem.

2. What is the best definition of economy as it is used in this passage?

• A. Exchange of money, goods, and services
• B. Delegation of household affairs
• C. Efficient money management
• D. Less expensive

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct definition of 'economy' in this passage is 'efficient money management.' The passage emphasizes the importance of expending less than what is earned, which is a key aspect of efficient money management. Choice A, 'Exchange of money, goods, and services,' is too broad and does not capture the essence of the passage. Choice B, 'Delegation of household affairs,' is not directly related to the context of the passage. Choice D, 'Less expensive,' does not encompass the concept of managing money efficiently as discussed in the passage.

3. Which statement from the passage best supports the conclusion that taking notes and recording audio during an interview is a good practice for journalists?

• A. Journalists often use a recording device to capture the audio transcript of an interview with a subject.
• B. Relying on a recording device is not without troubles, however.
• C. As a result, a portion of an interview can be lost without any way to reclaim it.
• D. This dual-note method means that most of the time, a wise journalist has two good resources to use as he or she writes the article draft.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The statement about the dual-note method best supports the conclusion that taking notes and recording audio is a good practice. It highlights the advantage of having two resources - notes and audio recordings - which provide comprehensive coverage of the interview. Choice A simply mentions the use of a recording device but does not emphasize the benefits of combining it with note-taking. Choices B and C focus on the limitations or potential issues with using recording devices, which do not promote the practice as positively as Choice D.

4. What is the purpose of this passage?

• A. To describe the sun-fish's reproductive habits.
• B. To explain the ecosystem of the sun-fish.
• C. To persuade readers to protect aquatic ecosystems.
• D. To discuss the mating habits of sun-fish.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The passage describes the reproductive habits of the sun-fish, focusing on how the mother sun-fish provides and guards her spawn until they are ready to take care of themselves. Choice B is incorrect as the passage does not delve into the broader ecosystem of the sun-fish. Choice C is incorrect as there is no persuasive element in the passage about protecting aquatic ecosystems. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not discuss the mating habits of sun-fish but rather the care provided by the mother sun-fish.

5. Which of the following represents an opinion statement on the part of the author?

• A. According to the CDC, tobacco products cause nearly six million deaths per year.
• B. Nicotine addicts sometimes pay more for a pack of cigarettes than gas.
• C. They risk staining their teeth and fingers with tar.
• D. Smokers tend to stink and create pervasive nastiness.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The statement 'Smokers tend to stink and create pervasive nastiness' is an opinion since it reflects the author's subjective view on the hygiene and social impact of smoking. The other choices, A, B, and C, are all factual statements based on research or observations without expressing a personal viewpoint. Choice A presents a statistic from the CDC, choice B discusses a comparison related to the cost of cigarettes, and choice C describes a potential consequence of smoking without inserting personal judgment.

Similar Questions