Nursing Elites

1. Which sentence is an example of passive voice?

• A. The teacher graded the tests.
• B. The tests were graded by the teacher.
• C. The students took the test.
• D. The test was difficult.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'The tests were graded by the teacher.' This sentence is an example of passive voice, where the subject receives the action. In passive voice construction, the focus is on the receiver of the action rather than the doer. Choices A, C, and D are not in passive voice. Choice A 'The teacher graded the tests' is in active voice where the subject (teacher) performs the action. Choice C 'The students took the test' is also in active voice with the subject (students) carrying out the action. Choice D 'The test was difficult' is in passive voice but does not exemplify the subject receiving an action performed by an agent, which is a defining characteristic of passive voice.

2. Julia is writing an essay about the influence of technology on interpersonal relationships. Which of the following sentences would NOT be a relevant supporting detail?

• A. Studies show that the more teenagers engage in social media, the less they engage with their peers.
• B. College students study and work on homework an average of 4-6 hours a day.
• C. Use of technology such as smartphones can lead to a lack of engagement in conversations.
• D. Some psychologists think that watching TV activates the same part of the brain as having an in-depth conversation.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In an essay focusing on the impact of technology on interpersonal relationships, details about college students' study habits and homework workload are not directly related to the influence of technology on relationships. Choices A, C, and D are more relevant as they directly address the impact of technology, such as social media engagement, smartphone usage affecting conversations, and the comparison between TV-watching and brain activity during conversations.

3. What is the noun phrase in the following sentence?

• A. Puppy
• B. Charlotte
• C. German shepherd puppy
• D. Charlotte's new German shepherd puppy

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Charlotte's new German shepherd puppy.' A noun phrase is a group of words centered around a noun that functions as a subject, object, or complement within a sentence. In this sentence, 'Charlotte's new German shepherd puppy' is a noun phrase as it consists of multiple words ('Charlotte's,' 'new,' 'German shepherd,' 'puppy') and it serves as the subject of the sentence. Choice A, 'Puppy,' is not a complete noun phrase as it lacks the additional descriptors. Choice B, 'Charlotte,' is a proper noun and not a noun phrase. Choice C, 'German shepherd puppy,' is a noun phrase, but it does not include all the elements present in the complete noun phrase 'Charlotte's new German shepherd puppy.' Therefore, 'Charlotte's new German shepherd puppy' is the correct noun phrase in this sentence.

4. The words 'aerobics' and 'aeronautics' both have the prefix 'aero' in common. What does 'aero' mean?

• A. Light
• B. Speed
• C. Distance
• D. Air

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The prefix 'aero' is derived from the Greek word 'aēr,' which means air. In words like 'aerobics' and 'aeronautics,' the prefix 'aero' refers to air-related activities or concepts. Therefore, 'air' is the correct meaning of the prefix 'aero.' Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. 'Light' does not relate to the prefix 'aero,' 'speed' and 'distance' are not associated with the concept of air as in 'aero,' making them incorrect answers.

5. Which of the following sentences uses the MOST formal language?

• A. I can’t come to your party.
• B. I will be unable to come to your party.
• C. I won't be able to go to your party.
• D. I can't go to your party.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'I will be unable to come to your party.' This sentence uses formal language by avoiding contractions and employing a more polished wording. Choice A, 'I can’t come to your party,' contains a contraction ('can’t'), which makes it less formal. Choice C, 'I won't be able to go to your party,' though polite, still uses a contraction ('won't') and is not as formal as the correct answer. Choice D, 'I can't go to your party,' also includes a contraction and is less formal compared to the most formal choice, which is option B.

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