why was the roadway of the golden gate bridge so dangerous to build

HESI A2

HESI A2 Reading Comprehension Practice Test

1. Why was the roadway of the Golden Gate Bridge so dangerous to build?

A. It was located above a fast-moving river.
B. It had to be perfectly balanced to avoid collapse.
C. The materials used were very unstable.
D. It was built during bad weather.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. The passage describes how the road had to be balanced during construction to avoid collapse into the bay. Choice A is incorrect as the Golden Gate Bridge crosses a strait, not a river. Choice C is incorrect as there is no mention of unstable materials. Choice D is incorrect as bad weather is not highlighted as a specific reason for the danger in building the roadway.

2. What is the meaning of the word 'evolved' in the first paragraph?

A. To spread
B. To gradually develop
C. To revolve
D. To shift

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the context of the given extract, 'evolved' means to gradually develop. The systems in the body have evolved over time, indicating a gradual development and adaptation. 'To spread,' 'to revolve,' and 'to shift' do not capture the idea of a gradual development as portrayed in the text, making them incorrect choices.

3. What can be inferred from the passage about Daylight Savings Time?

A. It is primarily used to save energy during certain months.
B. It was universally accepted upon its introduction.
C. The US government opposed the idea initially.
D. It was implemented to prevent jetlag.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: "It is primarily used to save energy during certain months." The passage clearly states that Daylight Savings Time was first put into practice by the German government in 1916 to save energy during the First World War. The US followed suit in 1918. This measure was unpopular initially, but the energy crisis in the 1970s led to making it a law. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. Choice B is incorrect as the passage mentions that the British government initially refused the idea, and it was unpopular when first implemented. Choice C is incorrect as it was not the US but the British government that opposed the idea initially. Choice D is incorrect as Daylight Savings Time was not implemented to prevent jetlag, but rather to save energy and make better use of daylight hours.

4. What is the meaning of the word diminished as used in the passage about Concussions?

A. Miniature.
B. Reduced.
C. Recurrent.
D. Hollow.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In this context, "diminished" means reduced. Substituting the other choices into the sentence does not make sense contextually, whereas "reduced" fits appropriately, confirming B as the correct answer.

5. How does insomnia affect intellectual abilities?

A. Causes a deficit in memory, concentration, and attention.
B. Improves mental alertness.
C. Boosts concentration levels.
D. Has no effect on intellectual abilities.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Insomnia affects intellectual abilities by causing a deficit in memory, concentration, and attention. The passage highlights that lack of sleep impacts memory, attention, and concentration, leading to feelings of irritation or depression. Therefore, choice A is correct. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not align with the negative impact insomnia has on intellectual abilities as described in the passage.