Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following represents an opinion statement on the part of the author?

• A. According to the CDC, tobacco products cause nearly six million deaths per year.
• B. Nicotine addicts sometimes pay more for a pack of cigarettes than gas.
• C. They risk staining their teeth and fingers with tar.
• D. Smokers tend to stink and create pervasive nastiness.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The statement 'Smokers tend to stink and create pervasive nastiness' is an opinion since it reflects the author's subjective view on the hygiene and social impact of smoking. The other choices, A, B, and C, are all factual statements based on research or observations without expressing a personal viewpoint. Choice A presents a statistic from the CDC, choice B discusses a comparison related to the cost of cigarettes, and choice C describes a potential consequence of smoking without inserting personal judgment.

2. What is the central idea of this passage?

• A. It introduces certain insects that transition from water to air.
• B. It describes how insects adapt to their environment.
• C. It discusses the significance of insects in ecosystems.
• D. It highlights the duality of insect life.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The central idea of the passage is to highlight the significance of understanding insects in ecosystems, not just focusing on their adaptability or life transitions. Choice A is incorrect as the passage does not introduce specific insects transitioning from water to air. Choice B is incorrect as the main focus is not solely on how insects adapt to their environment, but on their broader role in ecosystems. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not discuss the duality of insect life, but rather their importance in the ecosystem.

3. Why does Bobo, despite coulrophobia, book more shows and make more money than Gob?

• A. Bobo is an experienced clown.
• B. Despite rampant coulrophobia, statistical data shows that people generally prefer clowns to magicians for children's birthday parties.
• C. Bobo goes out of his way to appear non-threatening.
• D. Bobo works in a densely populated city, while Gob works in a rural town.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because despite the widespread fear of clowns (coulrophobia), statistical data indicates that people typically favor clowns over magicians for children's birthday parties. This preference results in Bobo booking more shows and earning more money than Gob. Choice A is incorrect because being an experienced clown alone does not address the paradox. Choice C is incorrect as the statement does not directly relate to the preference for clowns over magicians. Choice D is irrelevant to the paradox as the location of their work does not explain why Bobo is more successful despite coulrophobia.

4. 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.

5. 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.

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