Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following is part of the world view, with which we may not agree, that the author implies we might absorb from these movies if we're careless and unquestioning:

• A. Enemies of the U.S. do not ever fight for legitimate causes.
• B. The community is morally bankrupt.
• C. The U.S. is complex.
• D. The U.S. is not skilled at warfare.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. Throughout the text, the author discusses how American war movies often portray U.S. enemies as lacking legitimate causes. This portrayal can lead to a simplistic view of global conflicts and perpetuate stereotypes. Choice B is incorrect as the text does not discuss the community being morally bankrupt. Choice C is incorrect as the focus is not on the complexity of the U.S. but on the portrayal of enemies and heroes. Choice D is incorrect as the text actually mentions that the hero in the movies is highly skilled at warfare.

2. On what point would the authors of both passages agree?

• A. Fairy tales have a common origin.
• B. The same fairy tale may develop independently in different cultures.
• C. There are often common elements in fairy tales from various cultures.
• D. Fairy tales depict basic human fears.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Both authors in the passages agree that fairy tales, despite originating from different cultures, often contain similar elements such as magical occurrences, mythical creatures, and fundamental human desires and fears. This suggests that there are frequent common elements found in fairy tales across different cultures. Choice A is incorrect because the authors do not specifically mention a single common origin for all fairy tales. Choice B is incorrect as the passages emphasize that similar versions of fairy tales can be found in various cultures, rather than developing independently. Choice D is incorrect as while one passage discusses how fairy tales capture basic human fears, the other passage focuses on a broader spectrum of common elements beyond fears.

3. What is the main purpose of paragraph 1?

• A. to explain oral tradition
• B. to explain the importance of the printing press
• C. to explain the progressions of stories within society
• D. to introduce the essay

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The main purpose of paragraph 1 is to explain the progression of stories within society, from oral tradition to the impact of the printing press. It outlines how stories evolved over time, transitioning from oral storytelling to written material made widely available by the printing press. This paragraph serves as an introduction to the evolution of storytelling mediums throughout history, setting the stage for the subsequent discussion. Choices A and B are incorrect because the paragraph does not solely focus on explaining oral tradition or the importance of the printing press. Choice D is incorrect as the paragraph does not aim to introduce the essay but rather provide a historical context for the discussion on the evolution of storytelling.

4. Which of the following words, as used in the timeline, indicates the chronology of events in Barton's life?

• A. Front
• B. First
• C. After
• D. Through

Correct answer: C

Rationale: 'After' is used to indicate that one event happened following another in time. In the context of a timeline, 'After' signifies the sequence of events, showing what occurred subsequent to a particular point in time. In the provided extract, events unfold in a specific order, with each event happening 'after' the previous one. Choices A, B, and D do not inherently convey the idea of chronological order and are not suitable for indicating the sequence of events in a timeline.

5. Which of the following statements best expresses the main idea of the passage?

• A. Getting a job is easier now than it ever has been before.
• B. Earning money is much less difficult than managing it properly.
• C. Dr. Franklin advocated getting a job in a mill.
• D. Spending money is the greatest temptation in the world.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The main idea of the passage is that while making money may seem easy, managing it wisely is much more challenging. The author emphasizes the importance of spending less than what is earned to achieve financial stability. Choice A is incorrect as the passage focuses on the challenges of managing money, not on the ease of getting a job. Choice C is incorrect as Dr. Franklin is mentioned in the context of a quote about the simplicity of the road to wealth, not advocating getting a job in a mill. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not primarily discuss spending money as the greatest temptation, but rather highlights the difficulty in managing money effectively.

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