Nursing Elites

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

• A. Patronizing
• B. Skeptical
• C. Objective
• D. Nostalgic

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'Objective.' The passage presents a factual account of Clara Barton's life events without showing bias or personal feelings. The text outlines significant milestones in Barton's life chronologically, from her birth to her contributions during and after the Civil War, culminating in her advocacy for the establishment of an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization. The passage does not exhibit a patronizing tone (choice A), as it does not talk down to Barton or belittle her achievements. It is also not skeptical (choice B), as it does not express doubt or disbelief in the information presented. Furthermore, the passage is not nostalgic (choice D), as it does not dwell on sentimental feelings or memories of the past. Therefore, 'Objective' is the most suitable description of the passage's theme.

2. In the table above, how many Heather Gray T-shirts were ordered in a size small in the month of January?

• A. One
• B. Two
• C. Three
• D. Four

Correct answer: A

Rationale: According to the table, one Heather Gray T-shirt in size small was ordered in January. The other choices are incorrect as they do not align with the information provided in the table, which clearly states that only one T-shirt of that description was ordered.

3. 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.

4. On which day of the week will they be able to water their lawn?

• A. Tuesday
• B. Wednesday
• C. Thursday
• D. Saturday

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Based on the town's watering schedule, residents with addresses ending in 7 should water their lawns on Wednesdays. The Morgan family's address ends in 7, so they should set up their watering schedule for Wednesdays. Therefore, the correct answer is Wednesday. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they correspond to days designated for addresses ending in other numbers according to the town's schedule.

5. Why do cicadas make a buzzing sound?

• A. To orient via echolocation
• B. To attract a mate
• C. To locate a food source
• D. To ward off predators

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Cicadas make a buzzing sound primarily to attract a mate. This sound is a mating call produced by the males to attract females for reproduction. While echolocation is used by some animals like bats for navigation, cicadas do not use buzzing for orientation. Buzzing is not related to locating a food source or warding off predators in the case of cicadas.

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