HESI A2
Reading Comprehension Practice Test HESI A2
1. 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.
2. What is the best title for the passage on bicycles?
- A. Bicycles Are Better.
 - B. Cycle Your Way to Fitness.
 - C. A Ride through the History of Bicycles.
 - D. The Popularity of Bicycles.
 
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'A Ride through the History of Bicycles.' This title best captures the passage's focus on the historical development and evolution of the bicycle from its invention to its modern form. Choice A, 'Bicycles Are Better,' is too general and doesn't encompass the historical aspect discussed in the passage. Choice B, 'Cycle Your Way to Fitness,' focuses solely on the fitness aspect of bicycles, ignoring the broader historical context. Choice D, 'The Popularity of Bicycles,' touches on one aspect but does not encompass the comprehensive historical journey presented in the passage.
3. What is stated in the passage about Sleep Apnea?
- A. Sleep apnea causes chronic illness.
 - B. Sleep apnea affects intellectual abilities.
 - C. Sleep apnea leads to early death.
 - D. Sleep apnea causes breathing interruptions.
 
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is 'D: Sleep apnea causes breathing interruptions.' The passage explicitly mentions sleep apnea as a condition where an individual stops breathing during sleep, indicating breathing interruptions. Choice A is incorrect because the passage does not directly state that sleep apnea causes chronic illness. Choice B is incorrect because the passage discusses how lack of sleep affects intellectual abilities but does not specifically attribute this to sleep apnea. Choice C is incorrect as the passage does not mention sleep apnea leading to early death. Therefore, the most accurate statement about sleep apnea based on the passage is that it causes breathing interruptions.
4. The passage mentions all of the following claims for the health benefits of super foods EXCEPT ___________.
- A. lowering cholesterol
 - B. stabilizing insulin levels
 - C. building muscle mass
 - D. reducing blood pressure
 
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The passage discusses various health benefits of superfoods, such as lowering cholesterol, stabilizing insulin levels, and reducing blood pressure. However, it does not mention anything about building muscle mass, making C the correct choice as it identifies the claim that is not supported by the passage.
5. What is the main idea of the passage about The Sleep Workout?
- A. Insufficient sleep can lead to obesity.
 - B. Insufficient sleep inhibits the natural release of human growth hormone in the human body.
 - C. Getting the proper amount of uninterrupted sleep plays a major role in the development of muscle.
 - D. Developing muscle growth is an effective way to stay healthy as we get older.
 
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The main idea of the passage is that getting the proper amount of uninterrupted sleep plays a major role in the development of muscle. The passage emphasizes how muscle growth occurs during rest periods following a workout, with sleep being a critical time for muscle fiber rebuilding. The connection between sleep, human growth hormone (HGH) release, and muscle development is highlighted. Choice A is incorrect because while the passage mentions the link between inadequate sleep and obesity due to altered appetite hormones, the main focus is on muscle development. Choice B is incorrect because although the passage discusses HGH release during deep sleep, the primary emphasis is on the role of uninterrupted sleep in muscle development. Choice D is incorrect because while the passage acknowledges that developing muscle growth is essential for health as we age, the key point is the significance of uninterrupted sleep in the muscle development process.
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