Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of the passage?

• A. to inform Mr. Morgan that he will likely not receive an offer for the job of Lead Technician due to the high number of applicants
• B. to express gratitude to Mr. Morgan for applying for the position of Lead Technician
• C. to offer Mr. Morgan the position of Lead Technician
• D. to notify Mr. Morgan that the review of candidates will take longer than expected

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The purpose of the passage is to inform Mr. Morgan that he will likely not receive an offer for the job of Lead Technician due to the high number of applicants. The passage mentions the high volume of applications and the competitive nature of the selection process, indicating that Mr. Morgan may not be successful. Choice B is incorrect because the passage does not express gratitude to Mr. Morgan but rather informs him of the situation. Choice C is incorrect as there is no offer made in the passage. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not specifically state that the review will take longer than expected, but rather that it will take longer than previously stated.

2. The author of the passage describes Harriet Tubman's life as a slave to show

• A. why she wanted to escape slavery.
• B. why she was a spy during the Civil War.
• C. why she suffered from seizures.
• D. how she loved babies.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'why she wanted to escape slavery.' The author details Harriet Tubman's life as a slave to highlight the hardships and injustices she faced, motivating her to seek freedom for herself and others. Choice B is incorrect because while Tubman was a spy during the Civil War, the passage focuses on her experiences as a slave. Choice C is incorrect as the passage mentions her suffering from seizures due to a head injury, not as a primary reason for describing her life as a slave. Choice D is incorrect as the passage briefly mentions her experience as a nursemaid for a baby, but it does not focus on her love for babies as a key aspect of describing her life as a slave.

3. Which of the following words from the sentence above has a negative connotation?

• A. Contained
• B. Shocked
• C. Complimentary
• D. Reportedly

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'shocked' has a negative connotation as it implies a strong feeling of surprise or dismay. In the context of the provided extract, the word 'shocked' would be fitting to describe the reaction of individuals witnessing the sudden outbreak of violence during the skirmish at Lexington and Concord. The other choices do not carry a negative connotation in this context: 'Contained' is neutral, 'Complimentary' is positive, and 'Reportedly' is neutral.

4. Which of the following sentences from the passage includes a fact?

• A. With a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient.'
• B. You can see the toll this stalking experience has had on her every twitch of her eye and clench of her jaw.'
• C. The close-up shots feel claustrophobic like the perspective is skewed.'
• D. This is a tense thrill ride that will not disappoint fans of Joy Taylor or this genre in general.'

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The sentence 'With a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient' includes a fact, which is the running time of the movie. This statement provides a concrete, verifiable detail from the passage. Choice B describes a subjective observation about the character's behavior, not a fact. Choice C expresses an opinion about the visual effect of the close-up shots, not a factual detail. Choice D offers an opinion about the movie's appeal to fans of a specific genre, rather than presenting a fact from the passage.

5. What is the main idea conveyed in the extract?

• A. Shia hears strange noises in the dark hallway
• B. Shia is working late at the office
• C. Shia is preparing for a presentation
• D. Shia encounters a terrifying situation in the CFO's office

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The main idea conveyed in the extract is that Shia encounters a terrifying situation in the CFO's office. The passage describes Shia hearing strange noises, feeling fear, and encountering alarming events like crashes and howls. This builds tension and indicates a dangerous situation unfolding. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not capture the central theme of Shia facing a frightening encounter in the CFO's office.

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