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. The passage implies that?

A. Bridge can be learned with time and effort.
B. Bridge is only for older people
C. Playing bridge requires concentration
D. Bridge is an extremely easy game to play

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, as the passage indirectly implies that playing bridge requires concentration. This is evident when the passage discusses the custom of giving white elephants in Siam, suggesting that taking care of a white elephant was a burdensome responsibility, requiring focus and concentration. Choice A is incorrect because the passage does not explicitly state that Bridge is easy, but rather mentions that it can be complicated for beginners. Choice B is incorrect as the passage does not mention age as a factor for playing Bridge.

3. Which of the following is not mentioned as a detail in the passage about High Fructose Corn Syrup?

A. HFCS and sugar share a biological structure.
B. HFCS is cheaper to use than sugar.
C. HFCS is now used to sweeten a variety of products.
D. HFCS contains more calories than aspartame.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because the passage does not mention that HFCS contains more calories than aspartame. While the passage discusses the concerns and implications of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), it does not compare its caloric content to aspartame. Detail A is supported by the passage as both HFCS and sugar share a biological structure. Detail B is also mentioned in the passage, stating that HFCS is cheaper to use than sugar. Detail C is supported by the text, which mentions that HFCS is now used to sweeten a variety of products. However, detail D is never discussed in the passage, making it the correct answer.

4. What does the author of the passage on the Electoral College seem to suggest?

A. The Electoral College should be abolished.
B. The Electoral College works as intended.
C. The Electoral College needs reform.
D. The Electoral College confuses voters.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. The author of the passage suggests that the Electoral College works as intended. Despite acknowledging its confusing nature and the possibility of results differing from the popular vote, the author highlights that the founding fathers had a purpose behind its design. Therefore, the Electoral College is viewed as functioning as intended. Choice A is incorrect because the author does not advocate for abolishing the Electoral College. Choice C is incorrect as there is no explicit mention of the need for reform. Choice D is incorrect as the author does not focus on the confusion caused to voters but rather on the system's original purpose.

5. What body of water does The Golden Gate Bridge cross?

A. San Francisco Bay
B. Pacific Ocean
C. Marin Strait
D. Indian Ocean

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The Golden Gate Bridge crosses the entrance to San Francisco Bay, spanning the Golden Gate Strait. It does not cross the Pacific Ocean, Marin Strait, or Indian Ocean directly. The iconic bridge connects the city of San Francisco to Marin County in California. The Pacific Ocean is a vast body of water beyond the Golden Gate entrance, and Marin Strait is not a recognized geographical location. The Indian Ocean is located on a different continent and is not related to the Golden Gate Bridge's location.