Nursing Elites

1. What best describes the plot in fiction?

• A. The main sequence of events or the storyline
• B. Character development
• C. The time and place of the story
• D. The events in the story that are true

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'The main sequence of events or the storyline.' The plot of a fiction story refers to the series of events that make up the storyline, including the rising action, climax, and resolution. It focuses on what happens in the story rather than the development of characters (choice B), the time and place setting (choice C), or events that are factually true (choice D), which are elements distinct from the plot.

2. Which word is most closely synonymous with the word 'patronage' as it appears in the following statement? '...that I am sure he will need no charitable aid or condescending patronage.'

• A. Auspices
• B. Aberration
• C. Acerbic
• D. Adulation

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Auspices.' 'Auspices' is closely related to 'patronage' in the sense of support or sponsorship. In the context of the excerpt, it conveys the idea that the working man will not require condescending support or sponsorship but will actively participate and contribute to the Institute. The other choices are incorrect: 'Aberration' means a deviation from the norm, 'Acerbic' means sharp or bitter in tone, and 'Adulation' means excessive admiration or praise, none of which align with the meaning of 'patronage' in this context.

3. The passage describes recent hurricane seasons as the most expensive on record. Which of the following statements gives the implied reason for this increased expense?

• A. Hurricane Katrina was an extremely violent storm.
• B. Valuable buildings were destroyed in New Orleans.
• C. The Atlantic Basin is entering an active period.
• D. Destruction of barrier islands and coastal wetlands has left the mainland exposed.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The destruction of barrier islands and coastal wetlands has left the mainland exposed, leading to increased damage and expenses from hurricanes. This implies a direct reason for the increased cost of recent hurricane seasons. The other choices do not directly address the reason for the increased expenses. Choice A talks about the intensity of Hurricane Katrina but does not explain the overall trend of increased expenses. Choice B mentions buildings being destroyed, which is a consequence rather than a reason for increased expenses. Choice C discusses an active period in the Atlantic Basin but does not connect it to the increased costs of hurricane seasons.

4. Who is the author of this article?

• A. The New York Times
• B. Edwin M. Stanton
• C. Frederick Seward
• D. Major Rathburn

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, 'The New York Times.' The article is an excerpt from The New York Times, which is a renowned newspaper known for publishing articles on various topics. The other options, Edwin M. Stanton, Frederick Seward, and Major Rathburn, are specific individuals mentioned within the article but are not the authors of the article. Edwin M. Stanton is identified as the Secretary of War, Frederick Seward is mentioned as one of the individuals harmed during the assassination, and Major Rathburn is present in the scene described in the article. Therefore, the most likely author of this article is The New York Times, a reputable source for news coverage.

5. What can the reader conclude from the passage above?

• A. The kingsnake is dangerous to humans.
• B. The coral snake and the kingsnake are both hunted by the same predators.
• C. It's safe to handle snakes in the woods because you can easily tell whether they're poisonous.
• D. The kingsnake changes its markings when hawks or eagles are close by.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. The passage explains that the kingsnake mimics the venomous coral snake's markings to deter predators, particularly hawks and eagles, which cannot differentiate between the two species. This implies that both the coral snake and the kingsnake face similar threats from predators in their shared habitat. Choice A is incorrect because the passage clearly states that the kingsnake is nonvenomous, so it is not dangerous to humans. Choice C is incorrect as the passage highlights that not all snakes with flashy markings are venomous, emphasizing the need for caution. Choice D is incorrect as there is no mention of the kingsnake changing its markings in response to the presence of hawks or eagles in the passage.

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