Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the information provided within the passage?

• A. Like Elizabeth I, Charles II never married and thus never had children.
• B. The English people were relieved each time James II's wife Mary lost another child, as this reduced the chance of a Catholic monarch.
• C. Charles I's beheading had less to do with religion than with other political problems that England was facing.
• D. Unlike his son and grandsons, King James I had no Catholic leaning and was a faithful follower of the Protestant Church of England.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage indicates that Charles I's beheading had less to do with religion than with other political problems that England was facing. The author specifically states, 'Charles's own political that religion was less involved in this situation than in other situations.' This information supports the logical conclusion that the reasons for Charles I's beheading were more related to political issues rather than religious factors. Choice A is incorrect as the passage does not mention Charles II never marrying or having children. Choice B is incorrect as the passage focuses on the concerns regarding the Catholic succession, not the relief of losing children. Choice D is incorrect as the passage mainly discusses James II's Catholic leaning and the events related to the Catholic succession, but does not provide specific information about King James I's religious beliefs.

2. Which of the following lists the author’s actions in the correct sequence?

• A. The author looked at the house on Forest Road, then at a house with a yard that was too small, then at two houses that were too small, and then finally at a house that was too expensive.
• B. The author looked at the house on Forest Road, then at two houses that were too small, then at a house with a yard that was too small, and then finally at a house that was too expensive.
• C. The author looked at two homes with yards that were too small, then a house with only one bathroom, then a house that was too expensive, and then finally the house on Forest Road.
• D. The author looked at two homes that were too small, then a house with a yard that was too small, then a house that was too expensive, and then finally at the house on Forest Road.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct sequence of the author's actions based on the extract is as follows: the author looked at the house on Forest Road first, then two houses that were too small, followed by a house with a yard that was too small, and finally a house that was too expensive. Therefore, choice B correctly lists the author's actions in the given sequence. Choice A is incorrect as it reverses the order of the second and third houses visited. Choice C is incorrect as it includes a house with only one bathroom, which was not mentioned in the extract. Choice D is incorrect as it places the house on Forest Road last, whereas it was actually the first house visited.

3. What was the author's purpose in writing this passage about George Washington?

• A. To inform readers about Washington's advice and its relevance to modern times.
• B. To introduce George Washington as a historical figure.
• C. To emphasize that George Washington had a multifaceted role beyond being a military hero.
• D. To persuade readers that George Washington is a hero of liberty.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'To inform readers about Washington's advice and its relevance to modern times.' The passage focuses on Washington's advice, leadership, and legacy, particularly his farewell address, highlighting its significance in current times. This choice accurately reflects the primary purpose of the passage. Choice B is incorrect because the passage goes beyond mere introduction, delving into Washington's actions and beliefs. Choice C is incorrect as while the passage does mention Washington's multifaceted role, the primary focus is on his advice and legacy. Choice D is incorrect because the passage does not aim to persuade readers of Washington's heroism but rather inform them about his advice and principles.

4. What does the following sentence most nearly mean? The preparatory instars of such insects are aquatic; the adult instar is aerial.

• A. The volume of water is necessary to prepare the insect for transition rather than the volume of the air.
• B. The abdomen of the insect is shaped like a star in the water as well as in the air.
• C. The stage of preparation in between molting occurs in the water, while the final stage is in the air.
• D. These insects first breathe in the water through gills, but then use the same organs to breathe in the air.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The sentence is describing the life cycle of certain insects where their preparatory instars occur in the water, while the adult instar lives in the air. This means that the stage of preparation between molting or shedding of the exoskeleton happens in the water, but the final stage as adults is in the air. Choice A is incorrect as it misinterprets the meaning of the aquatic and aerial environments for the insect's life stages. Choice B is incorrect as it introduces a concept of the insect's abdomen being shaped like a star, which is not mentioned or relevant to the sentence. Choice D is incorrect as it introduces information about the insects' breathing organs, which is not directly related to the sentence's meaning about their life stages.

5. Which of the following choices represents the best label for this passage?

• A. definition essay
• B. cause/effect essay
• C. comparison essay
• D. persuasive essay

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The passage provides factual information and details about the loss of barrier islands due to erosion and its impact on coastal communities. It focuses on defining and describing the issue rather than analyzing causes and effects, making it best classified as a definition essay. Choice B, cause/effect essay, would require a deeper exploration into the causes and effects of the erosion. Choice C, comparison essay, would involve comparing different aspects or scenarios, which is not the focus here. Choice D, persuasive essay, aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint, which is not the purpose of this passage.

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