Nursing Elites

1. Which option best exemplifies an author's use of alliteration and personification?

• A. Her mood hung about her like a weary cape, very dull from wear.
• B. It shuddered, swayed, shook, and screamed its way into dust under hot flames.
• C. The house was a starch sentry, warning visitors away.
• D. At its shoreline, visitors swore they heard the siren call of the cliffs above.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Choice B best exemplifies an author's use of alliteration and personification. The sentence 'It shuddered, swayed, shook, and screamed its way into dust under hot flames' personifies an inanimate object (it) by attributing human actions to it, combining alliteration with the repeated 's' sounds. Choices A, C, and D do not contain both alliteration and personification. Choice A mainly focuses on simile and lacks alliteration. Choice C features personification but lacks alliteration. Choice D includes personification but lacks alliteration as well.

2. Which best describes the meaning of the word decay as used in this passage?

• A. To decompose
• B. To shrink
• C. To wither
• D. To deteriorate

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In the context provided, 'decay' implies a gradual deterioration or breaking down over time. It does not specifically refer to decomposing, shrinking, or withering. Therefore, the correct answer is 'To deteriorate.' 'To decompose' is incorrect as it refers to the breakdown of organic matter, 'To shrink' is incorrect as it means to become smaller, and 'To wither' is incorrect as it means to dry up or wilt, none of which fully capture the meaning of decay in this context.

3. Which statement from the passage best supports the conclusion that taking notes and recording audio during an interview is a good practice for journalists?

• A. Journalists often use a recording device to capture the audio transcript of an interview with a subject.
• B. Relying on a recording device is not without troubles, however.
• C. As a result, a portion of an interview can be lost without any way to reclaim it.
• D. This dual-note method means that most of the time, a wise journalist has two good resources to use as he or she writes the article draft.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The statement about the dual-note method best supports the conclusion that taking notes and recording audio is a good practice. It highlights the advantage of having two resources - notes and audio recordings - which provide comprehensive coverage of the interview. Choice A simply mentions the use of a recording device but does not emphasize the benefits of combining it with note-taking. Choices B and C focus on the limitations or potential issues with using recording devices, which do not promote the practice as positively as Choice D.

4. When should you redirect your dog's biting behavior?

• A. When your dog bites something inappropriate
• B. When your dog barks at strangers
• C. When your dog is lying down
• D. When your dog is eating

Correct answer: A

Rationale: You should redirect your dog's biting behavior when it bites something inappropriate. This can include redirecting its attention to an appropriate chew toy and using biting deterrent spray. The extract suggests that redirecting biting behavior is necessary when your dog bites something it shouldn't.

5. Which of the following words from the sentence above has a negative connotation?

• A. Contained
• B. Shocked
• C. Complimentary
• D. Reportedly

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'shocked' has a negative connotation as it implies a strong feeling of surprise or dismay. In the context of the provided extract, the word 'shocked' would be fitting to describe the reaction of individuals witnessing the sudden outbreak of violence during the skirmish at Lexington and Concord. The other choices do not carry a negative connotation in this context: 'Contained' is neutral, 'Complimentary' is positive, and 'Reportedly' is neutral.

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