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1. Which of the following labels best describes the previous passage?

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

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage delves into the relationship between magnesium intake and health outcomes, highlighting how deficiencies in magnesium can lead to various health issues. It discusses how different factors, such as gastrointestinal disorders or dietary habits, can cause magnesium depletion and its subsequent effects on the body. This focus on exploring the cause-and-effect connections between magnesium levels and health conditions aligns with the characteristics of a cause and effect essay, making choice C the most appropriate. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because the passage does not focus on comparing different concepts, providing definitions, or persuading the reader of a particular viewpoint.

2. Based on the information provided, what is the most logical reason for the watering schedule having the same number for both Friday and Saturday?

• A. There are more addresses ending with these numbers than with the other numbers.
• B. All businesses have addresses ending in these numbers, and they consume the most water.
• C. The residents at these addresses are the most likely to consume more water.
• D. The city is more concerned about water usage in the latter part of the week.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The most logical reason for the watering schedule having the same number for both Friday and Saturday is that the residents at addresses ending with these numbers are the most likely to consume more water. This indicates a trend in water consumption among residents at these specific addresses, leading to the need for consistent watering on both days. Choice A is incorrect as the number of addresses ending with specific numbers does not necessarily correlate with water consumption. Choice B is incorrect as there is no information suggesting that businesses consuming the most water have addresses ending with these numbers. Choice D is incorrect as there is no evidence to support that the city is more concerned about water usage specifically in the latter part of the week.

3. Which of the following is the best summary sentence for the passage?

• A. Composers such as Alexander Glazunov, Sergei Prokofiev, and Igor Stravinsky studied under Rimsky-Korsakov.
• B. Despite their lack of formal training and their unorthodox approach to producing classical music, The Five had an influence that reached far beyond their time.
• C. They were known as 'The Five': a group of Russian musicians who eschewed rigidly formal classical training and set out on their own to give a new artistic sound to classical music in Russia.
• D. Mily Balakirev and Cesar Cui are considered the founders of the movement, but the three who later joined them have become far more famous and respected outside, and perhaps even inside, of Russia.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Answer choice B best summarizes the main point of the passage by highlighting the significant influence of The Five, a group of Russian musicians who diverged from traditional classical training, on classical music in Russia and beyond. The passage emphasizes how despite their unconventional methods and lack of formal training, The Five had a lasting impact that extended far beyond their era. It showcases the group's influence on classical music history, making choice B the most appropriate summary. Choices A, C, and D do not capture the central theme of the passage, which revolves around The Five's unique approach and lasting impact, unlike choice B.

4. Which of the following statements based on the passage should be considered an opinion?

• A. Julia’s boss asked her to help one of her coworkers with work.
• B. Julia was late to work due to traffic.
• C. It was irresponsible for Julia to leave work early.
• D. Julia was tired because she’d been woken up early.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The statement 'It was irresponsible for Julia to leave work early' is an opinion because it reflects a judgment or evaluation of Julia's actions, rather than stating a fact. The other statements (A, B, D) provide factual information about events that occurred in the passage. Option A states a fact about Julia being asked by her boss; option B explains the reason for Julia being late; option D provides a reason for Julia feeling tired. These are not opinions but rather statements of events or circumstances.

5. Which detail from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century?

• A. His office was on the thirtieth floor, far too high to get much more than a faint glow from the street lights below.
• B. Shia froze, as if he were caught by the gaze of Medusa.
• C. He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep.
• D. Shia didn't stop running until he had burst the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. The reference to sending a text message in the passage is a clear indication of the 21st century. This action of sending a text message is a modern communication method commonly associated with contemporary times. Choices A, B, and D do not provide any specific details or actions that distinctly tie them to the 21st century. Choice A focuses on the location of an office, which does not inherently place the passage in a specific time period. Choice B uses a metaphorical reference to Medusa, which is a mythological figure not limited to any particular era. Choice D describes a scene involving running to a parking garage, which could occur in various time periods without indicating a specific century.

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