Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following is NOT a prewriting strategy?

• A. Brainstorming
• B. Visual mapping of ideas
• C. Asking questions
• D. Organizing writing into paragraphs

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Organizing writing into paragraphs is a component of drafting, which occurs after prewriting. Prewriting involves generating ideas, organizing thoughts, and outlining content before beginning the actual writing process. Choices A, B, and C are all prewriting strategies. Brainstorming helps in generating ideas, visual mapping assists in organizing thoughts spatially, and asking questions helps in exploring different angles of the topic before structuring the content. Therefore, organizing writing into paragraphs is the only option that does not directly relate to prewriting.

2. Which of the following sentences is an example of a complex sentence structure?

• A. Opening night for the performance was fast approaching, and stress levels were high.
• B. Because my tea was cold, I heated it in the microwave.
• C. She returned the laptop, the mouse, and the extra monitor.
• D. I closed the door as the noise from the TV was too loud, but I could still hear it.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. In sentence B, 'Because my tea was cold' is the dependent clause, indicating that it cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. Choices A, C, and D do not contain a dependent clause along with an independent clause, making them incorrect. Choice A is a compound sentence with two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Choice C is a compound sentence with a series of independent clauses, but lacks a dependent clause. Choice D is a compound-complex sentence with two independent clauses and a dependent clause.

3. In the sentence 'The cherry tomatoes in our backyard are finally ready to be picked,' which of the following is the complete subject?

• A. tomatoes
• B. ready to be picked
• C. The cherry tomatoes in our backyard
• D. finally ready

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The complete subject in a sentence refers to the noun or pronoun that the sentence is about. In this case, the complete subject is 'The cherry tomatoes in our backyard.' It includes all the words that describe the subject and provide more specific information about it. 'Tomatoes' (Choice A) is just a part of the complete subject and not the entire subject. 'Ready to be picked' (Choice B) is a verb phrase, not the subject of the sentence. 'Finally ready' (Choice D) is an adjective phrase, not the subject of the sentence. Therefore, the correct choice is 'The cherry tomatoes in our backyard.'

4. According to the affixes, which of the following words refers to the love of books?

• A. Logophile
• B. Bibliophile
• C. Discophile
• D. Audiophile

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Bibliophile.' The term 'biblio-' is an affix that refers to books, and '-phile' denotes love or attraction. Therefore, 'bibliophile' specifically means a person who loves or collects books. Choice A, 'Logophile,' while containing the '-phile' suffix denoting love, relates to words instead of books. Choices C and D, 'Discophile' and 'Audiophile,' are incorrect as they respectively pertain to music records and sound systems, not books.

5. What specific task should you perform if you are the last one to leave the office?

• A. Ensure you are the last one to leave the office.
• B. Check to see that the coffee maker in the breakroom is unplugged.
• C. We appreciate your cooperation.
• D. This will make life easier for everyone.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Check to see that the coffee maker in the breakroom is unplugged.' This task is explicitly mentioned in the memo as one of the tasks to be performed when leaving the office. Choices A, C, and D are not specific tasks listed in the memo and do not directly relate to the instructions provided. Therefore, they are incorrect choices. It is essential to pay attention to the specific details mentioned in the instructions to identify the correct task to perform.

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