Nursing Elites

1. What is the central idea conveyed in the passage?

• A. David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest is the holy grail of modern literature.
• B. Infinite Jest is a page-turner.
• C. David Foster Wallace wrote Infinite Jest.
• D. Infinite Jest is a modern classic for good reason and everybody should read it.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The passage describes Infinite Jest as a modern classic that holds significant value, indicating that it is highly recommended for everyone to read it. Choice A focuses solely on the praise of the book without emphasizing the recommendation to read it. Choice B, mentioning it as a page-turner, does not capture the essence of it being a modern classic that everyone should read. Choice C is a factual statement about the authorship but does not encompass the main point that the book is a modern classic that deserves to be read by all.

2. Why does the author repeat the phrase 'I had a dream' throughout the text?

• A. To emphasize the speaker's excitement
• B. To persuade the audience
• C. To demonstrate the speaker's authority
• D. To create a rhythmic effect

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The repetition of 'I had a dream' in the text serves to emphasize the speaker's excitement and vision. By repeating this phrase, the author highlights the importance and impact of the dream, reinforcing the central theme of hope and aspiration. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because the primary purpose of the repetition is not persuasion, demonstration of authority, or creating a rhythmic effect, but rather to underscore the speaker's emotions and aspirations.

3. How does the author distinguish between different groups of insects mentioned in the passage?

• A. By describing the specific characteristics and adaptations of each insect group.
• B. By grouping them based on their habitat into aquatic and aerial categories.
• C. By explaining the stages of development each insect undergoes.
• D. By identifying their habitats and the environments they are adapted to.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The author distinguishes between different groups of insects based on their habitat, categorizing them into aquatic and aerial categories. The passage mentions how some insects spend time under water while others live in the air, emphasizing the distinction between aquatic and aerial habitats. Therefore, choice B is correct. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the passage does not focus on describing the specific characteristics, adaptations, stages of development, or environments of the insects, but rather on their habitat and lifestyle.

4. Which of the following bones is not part of the appendicular skeleton?

• A. skull
• B. clavicle
• C. scapula
• D. pelvic bone

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, 'skull.' The skull is part of the axial skeleton, not the appendicular skeleton. The axial skeleton, which includes the skull, vertebrae, and ribs, is located down the center of the body and protects vital organs such as the brain and heart. On the other hand, the appendicular skeleton consists of bones of the arms, legs, and the bones that attach these limbs to the axial skeleton. Choices B, C, and D (clavicle, scapula, pelvic bone) are part of the appendicular skeleton as they form the bones of the limbs and girdles that connect the limbs to the axial skeleton.

5. What is the purpose of this passage?

• A. To describe the sun-fish's reproductive habits.
• B. To explain the ecosystem of the sun-fish.
• C. To persuade readers to protect aquatic ecosystems.
• D. To discuss the mating habits of sun-fish.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The passage describes the reproductive habits of the sun-fish, focusing on how the mother sun-fish provides and guards her spawn until they are ready to take care of themselves. Choice B is incorrect as the passage does not delve into the broader ecosystem of the sun-fish. Choice C is incorrect as there is no persuasive element in the passage about protecting aquatic ecosystems. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not discuss the mating habits of sun-fish but rather the care provided by the mother sun-fish.

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