Full-Length Practice Exam 2

In 1983, almost twenty years after his death, T.S. Eliot won two Tony Awards for his contributions to the well-loved musical Cats.

Cats is italicized for which of the following reasons?

to highlight its importance
to indicate it is intentionally misspelled
because it is the title of a musical
because it is in a foreign language

The Chicago Tribune is famous for many reasons: in 1948, the paper published an erroneous headline about the winner of the Presidential election, and in 1974, it called for President Nixon’s resignation.

Which of the following phrases contains an error in capitalization?

Chicago Tribune
the paper
Presidential election
President Nixon’s

In the eighteenth century, renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart set to music the poetry of a famous, well-known writer who shared his name_Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Which of the following punctuation marks correctly completes the sentence?

'
:
;
?

Which of the following sentences has the correct subject-verb agreement?

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden, atop the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offer a remarkable view.
The Mammoth-Flint Ridge Cave System, located in central Kentucky inside Mammoth Cave National Park, are the largest cave system in the world.
Andy Warhol’s paintings, in addition to being the subject of the largest single-artist museum in the United States, are in great demand.
The field of child development are concerned with the emotional, psychological, and biological developments of infants and children.

Which of the following would most likely be found in a scientific paper on the history of telescopes?

Jerry R. Ehman had always encouraged his kids’ love of science by taking them camping and stargazing.
In 1977, Jerry R. Ehman, using a powerful radio telescope, detected a signal that seemed to come from outside the earth’s atmosphere.
I believe that telescopes have the potential to change our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
It’s really silly to think that telescopes are a new invention.

Vivariums, common in elementary school classrooms, are enclosed spaces designed to replicate a particular habitat.

Which of the following is part of the predicate in the sentence?

are enclosed spaces
vivariums
elementary school classrooms
common in

The Boat Race, a rowing race that has been held almost annually in London, England, since 1856, was infamously interupted in 2012.

Which of the following is misspelled in the sentence?

rowing
annually
infamously
interupted

The exotic pet trade is a significant concern for enviornmentalists and animal rights advocates around the world.

Which of the following is misspelled in the sentence?

significant
enviornmentalists
rights
advocates

In baseball today, strict regulations have standardized the design of bats; they used to come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and weights.

Which of the following is a synonym for standardized as used in the sentence?

undermined
complicated
normalized
ignored

Which of the following prefixes would be used to indicate that something is opposite?

fore–
bi–
anti–
trans–

Which of the following sentences has correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?

Animals use estivation to avoid harsh conditions and to help it survive winter.
Some species of fish use luminescent lures to trick other fish into moving closer to it.
In a parasitic relationship, one species is negatively affected while the other species acquires what they need to survive.
Tropical rainforests are made up of many layers, each of which has its own distinct species.

The students’ insolent behavior led the teacher to punish the class with extra homework.

Which of the following is an appropriate synonym for insolent as it is used in the sentence?

confusing
disrespectful
indifferent
unlikely

Which of the following root words would be used in a word related to time?

gram
crypt
chron
mort

Which of the following is correctly punctuated?

In addition to the disastrous effects an active volcano can have on it’s immediate surroundings, an eruption can also pose a threat to passing aircraft.
In addition to the disastrous effects an active volcano can have on it’s immediate surroundings: an eruption can also pose a threat to passing aircraft.
In addition to the disastrous effects an active volcano can have on its immediate surroundings: an eruption can also pose a threat to passing aircraft.
In addition to the disastrous effects an active volcano can have on its immediate surroundings, an eruption can also pose a threat to passing aircraft.

Which of the following would be an acceptable way to combine the two clauses?

While these incidents sometimes end in funny or heartwarming stories, at other times they end in fear and destruction.
While these incidents sometimes end in funny or heartwarming stories; at other times they end in fear and destruction.
While these incidents sometimes end in funny or heartwarming stories: at other times they end in fear and destruction.
While these incidents sometimes end in funny or heartwarming stories—at other times they end in fear and destruction.

L.L. Zamenhof, an ophthalmologist in the late 1800s, invented a universal language called Esperanto with the goal of advancing international communications and relations.

Which of the following is an appropriate synonym for advancing as it is used in the sentence?

improving
changing
hastening
celebrating

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

Although Sacagawea is famous for her role as guide and interpreter for Lewis and Clark, few know about the mystery surrounding her death.
The high death toll at the end of the Civil War was not exclusively due to battle losses; large numbers of soldiers died as a result of poor living conditions.
Self-driving vehicles are just now being introduced on the automotive market, but research into automating vehicle processes began as early as the 1920s.
Freediving is sometimes combined with other underwater activities such as photography, football, hockey, and even target shooting.

The distinguished lexicologist had been with the university for many years.

In the sentence, the prefix lexi– indicates that the researcher studies which of the following?

literature
words
plants
rocks

Which of the following is a complex sentence?

Engineers designed seat belts to stop the inertia of traveling bodies by applying an opposing force to the driver and passengers during a collision.
Hurricanes cost the United States roughly $5 billion per year in damages and have been the cause of almost two million deaths in the last 200 years.
Woodstock appeared in the Peanuts comic strips as early as April of 1967, but he was not named until June of 1970, ten months after the famous music festival of the same name, Woodstock.
Although organized firefighting groups existed as early as ancient Egyptian times, the first fully state-run brigade was created by Emperor Augustus of Rome.

Which of the following sentences is irrelevant as part of a paragraph composed of these sentences?

It looks like the weather might force us to move the game to next weekend.
Our team will be playing our biggest rival for the last game of the season.
The teams play each other every year, and it’s a big event for the town.
Last year, the mayor closed down Main Street so fans could celebrate together safely.

Which of the following parts of speech is handsome as it is used in the sentence?

According to Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter who was so handsome that he fell in love with his own reflection.

noun
verb
adjective
adverb

In many European countries such as, France, Spain, and Italy, hot chocolate is made with real melted chocolate making for a beverage that is thick and rich.

Which of the following punctuation marks is used incorrectly?

the comma after as
the comma after France
the comma after Spain
the period after rich

Which of the following nouns is written in the correct plural form?

shelves
phenomenons
mans
deers

Abby’s travels in Asia provided her the opportunity to try many foods that she would not have been able to try at home in the United States.

Which of the following parts of speech is travels as used in the sentence?

verb
noun
adjective
adverb

Although the Nile River in Africa, passes through eleven countries, it is the main water source of only two of them—Egypt and Sudan.

Which of the following punctuation marks is used incorrectly?

the comma after Africa
the comma after countries
the em dash after them
the period after Sudan

Spelunking involves much more than adrenaline: enthusiasts dive into unexplored caves to study structures of, take photographs, and create maps of the untouched systems.

Which is the best way to revise the underlined portion of the sentences?

to study structures of, take photographs, and create maps of
to study structures of, to take photographs, and create maps of
to study structures of, taking photographs of, and creating maps of
to study structures, take photographs, and create maps of

I. The Stages of Labor
A) First Stage
1. Early Phase
2. Active Phase
3. Transition Phase
B) Second Stage
1. Pushing
2. Fetal Expulsion
C) Third Stage
D) Fourth Stage

Which of the following statements is true regarding the outline?

The Fourth Stage of labor is broken down into two phases.
The First Stage of labor is the longest.
The First Stage of labor is broken into three phases.
Pushing and Fetal Expulsion are parts of the Third Stage of labor.

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

A researcher studying the relationship between farming and river systems would be engaged in which of the following geographical sub-disciplines?

regional studies
topical studies
physical studies
human studies

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-
disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

expository
narrative
persuasive
descriptive

In its most basic form, geography is the study of space; more specifically, it studies the physical space of the earth and the ways in which it interacts with, shapes, and is shaped by its habitants. Geographers look at the world from a spatial perspective. This means that at the center of all geographic study is the question, where? For geographers, the where of any interaction, event, or development is a crucial element to understanding it.

This question of where can be asked in a variety of fields of study, so there are many sub-
disciplines of geography. These can be organized into four main categories: 1) regional studies, which examine the characteristics of a particular place, 2) topical studies, which look at a single physical or human feature that impacts the whole world, 3) physical studies, which focus on the physical features of Earth, and 4) human studies, which examine the relationship between human activity and the environment.

Which of the following is a concise summary of the passage?

The most important questions in geography are where an event or development took place.
Geography, which is the study of the physical space on earth, can be broken down into four sub-disciplines.
Regional studies is the study of a single region or area.
Geography can be broken down into four sub-disciplines: regional studies, topical studies, physical studies, and human studies.

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Which of the following will NOT be a new presence at the Fair this year?

the raffle
the petting zoo
the carousel
Petey’s BBQ

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Based on the context, which of the following is the meaning of the word record in the passage?

a piece of evidence
a disk with a groove that reproduces sound
the best or most remarkable
to set down in writing

It’s that time again—the annual Friendswood Village Summer Fair is here! Last year we had a record number of visitors, and we’re expecting an even bigger turnout this year. The fair will be bringing back all our traditional food and games, including the famous raffle. This year, we’ll have a carousel, petting zoo, and climbing wall (for teenagers and adults only, please). We’re also excited to welcome Petey’s BBQ and Happy Tummy’s Frozen Treats, who are both new to the fair this year. Tickets are available online and at local retailers.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

expository
narrative
persuasive
descriptive

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?

Chapter 3. Emotions and the Central Nervous System
3A. Involuntary Physical Symptoms of Emotion
a) Flushing
b) ________
c) Vocal Changes

3B. Voluntary Physical Response to Emotion

3C. Conscious Control of Emotions

Facial Expressions
Happiness
Emotions and Central Nervous System Disorders
The Cerebral Cortex

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. The Cold War 153 – 306
The End of World War II
153 – 175
Escalation 176 – 258
Détente and the Final Years
259 – 306
4. The Cold War in Popular Culture 307 – 394
Contemporary Depictions of the Cold War (1945 – 1991)
307 – 363
Modern Depictions of the Cold War (1992 – 2015)
364 – 394

A student wants to find information on how the Potsdam Treaty, signed at the end of World War II, affected the Cold War. On which of the following pages will the student most likely find this information?

155
256
308
383

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. The Cold War
153 – 306
The End of World War II
153 – 175
Escalation
176 – 258
Détente and the Final Years
259 – 306
4. The Cold War in Popular Culture 307 – 394
Contemporary Depictions of the Cold War (1945 – 1991)
307 – 363
Modern Depictions of the Cold War (1992 – 2015)
364 – 394

A researcher wants to find information on a movie made in 1967 about the Cold War. On which of the following pages should the researcher look for this information?

168
300
311
370

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.

The most common way people measure body temperature is orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.

It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

Which statement is NOT a detail from the passage?

Taking a temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery is more accurate than taking it orally.
If an individual cannot breathe through the nose, taking his or her temperature orally will likely give an inaccurate reading.
The standard human body temperature varies depending on whether it’s measured in the mouth, rectum, armpit, ear, or temporal artery.
The most common way to measure temperature is by placing a thermometer in the mouth.

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.

The most common way people measure body temperature is orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.

It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

Which of following best describes the author’s primary purpose in writing this essay?

to advocate for the use of thermometers that measure temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery
to explain the methods available to measure a person’s temperature and the situation where each method is appropriate
to warn readers that the average temperature of the human body varies by region
to discuss how nurses use different types of thermometers depending on the type of patient they are examining

Taking a person’s temperature is one of the most basic and common health care tasks. Everyone from nurses to emergency medical technicians to concerned parents should be able to grab a thermometer to take a patient or loved one’s temperature. But what’s the best way to get an accurate reading? The answer depends on the situation.
The most common way people measure body temperature is orally. A simple digital or disposable thermometer is placed under the tongue for a few minutes, and the task is done. There are many situations, however, when measuring temperature orally isn’t an option. For example, when a person can’t breathe through his nose, he won’t be able to keep his mouth closed long enough to get an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s often preferable to place the thermometer in the rectum or armpit. Using the rectum also has the added benefit of providing a much more accurate reading than other locations can provide.
It’s also often the case that certain people, like agitated patients or fussy babies, won’t be able to sit still long enough for an accurate reading. In these situations, it’s best to use a thermometer that works much more quickly, such as one that measures temperature in the ear or at the temporal artery. No matter which method is chosen, however, it’s important to check the average temperature for each region, as it can vary by several degrees.

What is the meaning of the word agitated in the last paragraph?

frenzied
enthusiastic
infirm
angry

Which of the following is an example of a primary source that would be used in a research paper on the history of mining in West Virginia?

a book written by a modern historian on the growth of American unions
letters written by a miner to his family in New York
a recent documentary on historical mining equipment
a historical novel set in a mining camp in West Virginia

Spanish conquistadors explored what is today the Southwest United States, claiming land for Spain despite the presence of southwestern tribes.

Italics are used in the sentence for which of the following reasons?

to show that a word is intentionally misspelled
to indicate a word in a foreign language
to emphasize a contrast
to reference a footnote

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?
I. Types of Teas
A.    Black Tea
1) Assam
2) Darjeeling
3) Ceylon
B.    ________
C.    White Tea

Green Tea
Iced Tea
Cold-Brew Tea
Chai Tea

The strange light in the room made it hard to determine the colors used in the painting.

Which of the following is the meaning of the word light in the sentence?

a sense of mental illumination or enlightenment
the electromagnetic waves that make human vision possible
a device used to indicate right of way for traffic
the act of starting a fire

A family leaves the train station and heads south on Main Street. At which of the following locations will they arrive?

City Hall
Oak Boulevard
Sycamore Apartments
Birch Office Park

According to the map, how far is City Hall from Birch Office Park?

0.4 miles
4 miles
40 miles
400 miles

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.
While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).
Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

According to the passage, which of the following lists the steps for brewing coffee in the correct sequence?

Choose a water that doesn’t have too many or two few minerals. Then, heat water to boiling and pour over coffee beans. Finally, grind and steep beans.
Ground the beans to the appropriate texture and pour into the French press. Then, heat water to boiling and pour over the ground beans. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.
Ground beans to the appropriate texture, and then heat water to 195 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, pour water over the grounds and steep for no more than five minutes. Finally, remove the grounds using the plunger.
Choose the right type of water and heat it to the correct temperature. Next, grind the beans and put them in the French press. Then, pour the hot water over the grounds and let the coffee steep.

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following best describes the structure of the text?

chronological
cause and effect
problem and solution
compare and contrast

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following statements based on the passage should be considered an opinion?

While the water is heating, grind your beans.
We recommend a French press, which allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew.
Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans.
Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the passage?

Coffee should never be brewed for longer than five minutes.
It’s better to use too many coffee beans when making coffee than too few.
Brewing quality coffee at home is too complicated for most people to do well.
The best way to brew coffee is often determined by personal preferences.

The most important part of brewing coffee is getting the right water. Choose a water that you think has a nice, neutral flavor. Anything with too many minerals or contaminants will change the flavor of the coffee, and water with too few minerals won’t do a good job of extracting the flavor from the coffee beans. Water should be heated to between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiling water (212 degrees Fahrenheit) will burn the beans and give your coffee a scorched flavor.

While the water is heating, grind your beans. Remember, the fresher the grind, the fresher the flavor of the coffee. The number of beans is entirely dependent on your personal taste. Obviously, more beans will result in a more robust flavor, while fewer beans will give your coffee a more subtle taste. The texture of the grind should be not too fine (which can lead to bitter coffee) or too large (which can lead to weak coffee).

Once the beans are ground and the water has reached the perfect temperature, you’re ready to brew. A French press (which we recommend), allows you to control brewing time and provide a thorough brew. Pour the grounds into the press, then pour the hot water over the grounds and let it steep. The brew shouldn’t require more than five minutes, although those of you who like your coffee a bit harsher can leave it longer. Finally, use the plunger to remove the grounds and pour.

Which of the following would be an appropriate title for this passage?

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Coffee
Why Drinking Coffee Is the Best Way to Start the Day
How to Use a French Press to Make Coffee
The Importance of Grinding Coffee Beans

For an adult person to be unable to swim points to something like criminal negligence; every man, woman and child should learn. A person who cannot swim may not only become a danger to himself, but to someone, and perhaps to several, of his fellow beings. Children as early as the age of four may acquire the art; none are too young, none too old.

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

to encourage the reader to learn to swim
to explain how people who cannot swim are a danger to others
to inform the reader that it’s never too late to learn to swim
to argue that people who cannot swim should be punished

For an adult person to be unable to swim points to something like criminal negligence; every man, woman and child should learn. A person who cannot swim may not only become a danger to himself, but to someone, and perhaps to several, of his fellow beings. Children as early as the age of four may acquire the art; none are too young, none too old.

Which of the following is the purpose of this passage?

to inform
to entertain
to describe
to persuade

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card. Fee may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of this passage?

to ensure that students pay the appropriate fee when applying for a replacement ID card
to inform students of the new policy regarding replacement ID cards
to inform online students that they will no longer be eligible to receive replacement ID cards
to punish students who have used student ID cards incorrectly in the past

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card. Fee may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Based on the context, which of the following is the meaning of the word abuse in the passage?

failure
punishment
misuse
disappearance

New Policy for Replacement Student Identification Cards

Due to recent issues with the abuse of student identification (ID) cards, Campus Security has issued a new policy for acquiring replacement student identification cards.
The following conditions must be met for students to receive a replacement student ID card:
– Student is currently enrolled in at least one class; the class may be either online or on campus.
– Student must have been issued a student ID card within the last five years.
– Student must apply for a replacement ID card in person at the Student Admissions Office. Online applications will no longer be accepted.
– Students will be required to pay a $25 fee for each replacement ID card. Fee may not be charged to the student’s account.

Students who do not meet these conditions will be required to apply for a new ID card at the Campus Security Office.

Which of the following would NOT be eligible to receive a replacement student ID card from the Student Admissions Office?

a student enrolled in one online class
a student who lives abroad and must apply for her replacement student ID online
a currently enrolled student who has lost his student ID card
a student who has reenrolled after a three year absence from the school

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following best describes the mode of the passage?

expository
narrative
persuasive
descriptive

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the passage?

Alfie passed out on the field and was unable to take the shot.
The goalie blocked Alfie’s shot.
Alfie scored the goal and won his team the championship.
The referee declared the game a tie.

Alfie closed his eyes and took several deep breaths. He was trying to ignore the sounds of the crowd, but even he had to admit that it was hard not to notice the tension in the stadium. He could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin—this crowd expected perfection from him. He took another breath and opened his eyes, setting his sights on the soccer ball resting peacefully in the grass. One shot, just one last shot, between his team and the championship. He didn’t look up at the goalie, who was jumping nervously on the goal line just a few yards away. Afterward, he would swear he didn’t remember anything between the referee’s whistle and the thunderous roar of the crowd.

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the phrase “he could feel 50,000 sets of eyes burning through his skin”?

The 50,000 people in the stadium were trying to hurt Alfie.
Alfie felt uncomfortable and exposed in front of so many people.
Alfie felt immense pressure from the 50,000 people watching him.
The people in the stadium are warning Alfie that the field is on fire.

Which of the following indicates the beginning of a sequence?

Although she was initially apprehensive about the class, she soon grew to enjoy it.
Before he could choose what to order for dinner, he had to decide on a restaurant.
At the moment, I can think of nothing more wonderful than a glass of lemonade.
To begin the restoration, they tore out the rotten floorboards.

Start with the shapes shown below. Follow the directions.
1. Move triangle 1 to the right of triangle 3.
2. Swap triangles 2 and 3.
3. Rotate triangle 6 180 degrees.
4. Swap triangles 4 and 1.

Which of the following shows the order in which the shapes now appear?

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

to inform Hannah that the receptionist in Accounting is telling people about her promotion
to let Hannah know she has performed well at work despite not receiving good training
to congratulate Hannah on her promotion
to acquire information from Hannah in order to train her replacement

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best captures the author’s purpose?

to inform Hannah that the receptionist in Accounting is telling people about her promotion
to let Hannah know she has performed well at work despite not receiving good training
to congratulate Hannah on her promotion
to acquire information from Hannah in order to train her replacement

Hannah —
Congratulations on the promotion! I just heard the news from the receptionist in Accounting—she says you’re already packing up to move into your big new office.
Before you make the official move to upper management, I’d like to make sure we get proper documentation in place for your replacement. (You remember what a pain it was when you trained a few years ago.) To that end, could you please make a list of your current job responsibilities and include a list of all available training material that will be necessary for the person who takes over that job? If you feel new training documents are necessary, please include a description of these, and I’ll have someone type them up for you.
Congratulations again—you’ve earned it.
Best regards,
Sasha

Which of the following best describes the relationship of the writer to Hannah?

Hannah’s manager
Hannah’s coworker
Hannah’s friend
Hannah’s replacement

East River High School has released its graduation summary for the class of 2016. Out of a total of 558 senior students, 525 (94 percent) successfully completed their degree program and graduated. Of these, 402 (representing 72 percent of the total class) went on to attend to a two- or four-year college or university. The distribution of students among the four main types of colleges and universities—small or large private and small or large public—is shown in the figure below. As the data shows, the majority of East River High School’s college-attending graduates chose a large, public institution.

According to the figure, how many students from East River High School will attend a small, public college or university?

4
44
440
4400

East River High School has released its graduation summary for the class of 2016. Out of a total of 558 senior students, 525 (94 percent) successfully completed their degree program and graduated. Of these, 402 (representing 72 percent of the total class) went on to attend to a two- or four-year college or university. The distribution of students among the four main types of colleges and universities—small or large private and small or large public—is shown in the figure below. As the data shows, the majority of East River High School’s college-attending graduates chose a large, public institution.

Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

professional
informal
concerned
enthusiastic

A man is examining cake recipes to find one that will be suitable for his friend, who cannot eat dairy products. According to the lists of required ingredients, which of the following should he choose?

Recipe Ingredients – flour, sugar, water, milk, eggs, baking powder, baking soda, chocolate powder, almonds
Recipe Ingredients – cake flour, vegetable oil, butter, eggs, baking powder, chocolate chips
Recipe Ingredients – flour, brown sugar, butter, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, macadamia nuts
Recipe Ingredients – flour, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, applesauce, baking powder, vanilla extract

For decades, major global powers have had thermonuclear weapons. In the 1980s, the United States and the Soviet Union agreed to limit arms production and cease testing these weapons in the atmosphere, in an effort to prevent conflict and protect life. Today, scientists understand the technology of thermonuclear weapons better than ever before. However, we have much to learn about the physical consequences of nuclear war on life on Earth as we know it.

A student has written this paragraph as an introduction to a paper. Which of the following is most likely the topic of the paper?

the impact of thermonuclear weapons on the military
the technology of thermonuclear weapons
atmospheric testing of nuclear weapons
the physical and biological consequences of nuclear war

Ms. Rodriguez —
A recent review of our accounts has shown that you were mistakenly overcharged for your October water bill. Due to a system error, customers in your area were charged twice for their October water usage. We regret the error and are currently in the process of issuing refunds using the following criteria:
– Customers who paid with a debit card or bank account will receive refunds directly deposited into their bank accounts.
– Credit card transactions will be canceled by our company and will not appear on your statement.
– Customer who paid via check will receive a refund check in the mail in 4 – 6 weeks.

Your business is important to us, and we value your continued support. To demonstrate our commitment to our customers, we will be offering a 5% discount during the month of November to customers affected by this accounting error.
Please contact me directly if you have any questions about your bill or the refund process.
Regards,
Timothy Halgren
Director, Customer Relations
Greenway Water Company

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the passage?

to inform customers that they will receive a 5% discount on their water bills during the month of November
to inform customers that they were overcharged and will be receiving refunds
to urge customers to contact their customer service representatives with questions about their bills
to thank customers for their continued support

Ms. Rodriguez —
A recent review of our accounts has shown that you were mistakenly overcharged for your October water bill. Due to a system error, customers in your area were charged twice for their October water usage. We regret the error and are currently in the process of issuing refunds using the following criteria:
– Customers who paid with a debit card or bank account will receive refunds directly deposited into their bank accounts.
– Credit card transactions will be canceled by our company and will not appear on your statement.
– Customer who paid via check will receive a refund check in the mail in 4 – 6 weeks.

Your business is important to us, and we value your continued support. To demonstrate our commitment to our customers, we will be offering a 5% discount during the month of November to customers affected by this accounting error.
Please contact me directly if you have any questions about your bill or the refund process.
Regards,
Timothy Halgren
Director, Customer Relations
Greenway Water Company

Which of the following conclusions is well supported by the passage?

Greenway Water Company will soon go out of business when customers leave.
Ms. Rodriguez will receive a refund check in the mail in 4 – 6 weeks.
Greenway Water Company is concerned that customers may be upset by the error.
All customers of Greenway Water Company will receive refunds for being overcharged in October.

New Zealand 125 – 127, 212 – 215, 306
Nicaragua 76, 132 – 134
Niger 15 – 22, 317 – 320
Nigeria 16 – 18, 246
North Korea 101 – 105, 221 – 231, 313
Norway 135 – 140, 295

A student wants to find information on Oslo, the capital of Norway. According the index, where should the student look first?

15
125
135
221

New Zealand                      125 – 127, 212 – 215, 306
Nicaragua                            76, 132 – 134
Niger 15 – 22, 317 – 320
Nigeria 16 – 18, 246
North Korea 101 – 105, 221 – 231, 313
Norway                                135 – 140, 295

A student wants to find information on rivers in Niger. According to the index, where should the student look first?

15
101
212
313

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following would be the best summary statement to conclude the passage?

It turns out that conventional dieting wisdom doesn’t capture the whole picture of how our bodies function.
Still, counting calories and tracking exercise is a good idea if you want to lose weight.
In conclusion, it’s important to lose weight responsibly: losing too much weight at once can negatively impact the body.
It’s easy to see that diets don’t work, so we should focus less on weight loss and more on overall health.

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following type of arguments is used in the passage?

emotional argument
appeal to authority
specific evidence
rhetorical questioning

We’ve been told for years that the recipe for weight loss is fewer calories in than calories out. In other words, eat less and exercise more, and your body will take care of the rest. As many of those who’ve tried to diet can attest, this edict doesn’t always produce results. If you’re one of those folks, you might have felt that you just weren’t doing it right—that the failure was all your fault.

However, several new studies released this year have suggested that it might not be your fault at all. For example, a study of people who’d lost a high percentage of their body weight (>17%) in a short period of time found that they could not physically maintain their new weight. Scientists measured their resting metabolic rate and found that they’d need to consume only a few hundred calories a day to meet their metabolic needs. Basically, their bodies were in starvation mode and seemed to desperately hang on to each and every calorie. Eating even a single healthy, well-balanced meal a day would cause these subjects to start packing back on the pounds.

Other studies have shown that factors like intestinal bacteria, distribution of body fat, and hormone levels can affect the manner in which our bodies process calories. There’s also the fact that it’s actually quite difficult to measure the number of calories consumed during a particular meal and the number used while exercising.

Which of the following would weaken the author’s argument?

a new diet pill from a pharmaceutical company that promises to help patients lose weight by changing intestinal bacteria
the personal experience of a man who was able to lose a significant amount of weight taking in fewer calories than he used
a study showing that people in different geographic locations lose different amounts of weight when on the same diet
a study showing that people often misreport their food intake when part of a scientific study on weight loss

Cost of Office Supplies
Manufacturer	Shipping and Handling
Discount Office Supplies	$0.99 per pound
Paper Clips & Staples	$12.99 flat fee for all packages
Quick & Fast Office Supplies	$7.99 flat fee for all packages under 10 pounds; $1.99 per additional pound
Blanchard Supplies	free shipping on packages under 10 pounds; $15.99 flat fee for all packages over 10 pounds

A company is planning to order office supplies that will weigh 22 pounds. Based on the pricing chart, which of the following manufacturers would offer the lowest cost for shipping and handling?

Discount Office Supplies
Paper Clips & Staples
Quick & Fast Office Supplies
Blanchard Supplies

Cost of Office Supplies
Manufacturer	Shipping and Handling
Discount Office Supplies	$0.99 per pound
Paper Clips & Staples	$12.99 flat fee for all packages
Quick & Fast Office Supplies	$7.99 flat fee for all packages under 10 pounds; $1.99 per additional pound
Blanchard Supplies	free shipping on packages under 10 pounds; $15.99 flat fee for all packages over 10 pounds

A company is placing an order for office supplies that will weigh 11 pounds. Based on the pricing chart, which of the following manufacturers would offer the lowest cost for shipping and handling?

Discount Office Supplies
Paper Clips & Staples
Quick & Fast Office Supplies
Blanchard Supplies

American Cowslip: This plant grows spontaneously in Virginia and other parts of North America. It flowers in the beginning of May, and the seeds ripen in July, soon after which the stalks and leaves decay, so that the roots remain inactive till the following spring. It is propagated by offsets, which the roots put out freely when they are in a loose moist soil and a shady situation; the best time to remove the roots, and take away the offsets, is in August, after the leaves and stalks are decayed, that they may be fixed well in their new situation before the frost comes on.

According to the passage, which of the following months is the best time to remove the roots of American Cowslip?

May
July
August
December

American Cowslip: This plant grows spontaneously in Virginia and other parts of North America. It flowers in the beginning of May, and the seeds ripen in July, soon after which the stalks and leaves decay, so that the roots remain inactive till the following spring. It is propagated by offsets, which the roots put out freely when they are in a loose moist soil and a shady situation; the best time to remove the roots, and take away the offsets, is in August, after the leaves and stalks are decayed, that they may be fixed well in their new situation before the frost comes on.

Which of the following is the meaning of propagated as used in the sentence?

killed
multiplied
extracted
concealed

According to the figure, which of the following is a difference between pyrimidine and purine bases?

Pyrimidine bases do not include an amine group (NH2), while purine bases do.
Pyrimidine bases have an oxygen atom, while purine bases do not.
Pyrimidine bases have a single carbon nitrogen ring, while purine bases have two.
Pyrimidine bases are found in DNA and RNA, while purine bases are found only in DNA.

Based on the pattern in the headings, which of the following is a reasonable heading to insert in the blank spot?

5. The Human Digestive System
A. The Digestive Tract
1) Mouth
2) Esophagus
3) _________
4) Intestines
B. Accessory Organs
1) Salivary Glands
2) Liver
3) Gall Bladder

Stomach
Pancreas
Heart
Proteins

Which of the following is the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit according to the thermometer below?

-12
-10
10
20

Which of the following groups of bones are part of the axial skeleton?

pectoral girdle
rib cage
arms and hands
pelvic girdle

Which of the following is the material that is secreted into hair follicles to waterproof and lubricate the skin?

sweat
sebum
vernix caseosa
mucus

Which of the following are the connective tissue that attaches bone to bone and help strengthen joints?

tendon
cartilage
periosteum
ligament

Which of the following is NOT a nucleobase of DNA?

adenine
guanine
thymine
uracil

Which of the following materials is the primary structural protein of the epidermis, nails, and skin?

eponychium
collagen
keratin
fibroblast

Which of the following correctly describes atomic number?

the number of atoms in a mole of a given substance
the number of neutrons in an atom
the number of protons and neutrons in an atom
the number of protons in an atom

Which of the following is a descriptive, generalized body of scientific observations?

law
theory
model
hypothesis

Which of the following types of cells are the main transporters of oxygen through the body?

goblet cells
white blood cells
red blood cells
platelets

Which of the following is the general term for a chemical substance that the body produces and transports through the blood to stimulate a cellular response?

lymphocyte
amino acid
nucleic acid
hormone

Which of the following is NOT a function of hair?

regulation of body temperature
extension of the sensory system
protection from UV radiation
protecting soft tissue from injury

Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of proteins found in the phospholipid bilayer of a cell membrane?

to break down material that enters through the cell membrane
to act as receptors that recognize and transmit hormonal messages
to provide an attachment point for other cells
to transport material across the membrane into the cell

Which of the following is the muscular action that moves a part of the body away from its median plane?

abduction
adduction
pronation
supination

Which of the following does NOT distinguish quantitative data collection from qualitative data collection methods?

Qualitative methods are more open-ended than quantitative.
Results from randomized quantitative methods can be applied to a general population; results from qualitative cannot.
Quantitative methods are number based; qualitative methods are text based.
Qualitative methods do not need to be as valid or reliable as quantitative methods.

Which of the following is an example of a birthmark caused by an increased volume of capillaries close to the surface of the skin?

ephelides
vascular nevis
melanocytes
comedones

A chemist finds a bottle of hydrochloric acid in his laboratory. Although the chemical is labeled properly, the concentration is not included. He decides to determine the concentration of the acid by performing an acid–base titration reaction. To perform this reaction, he adds a known volume and concentration of strong base to the acid while measuring the pH of the combined acid and base. Once a neutral pH is obtained, the reaction has proceeded to completion and the concentration of the acid may be calculated. In this reaction, what is the dependent variable?

The dependent variable is the acid concentration.
The dependent variable is the volume of base added to reach reaction completion.
The dependent variable is the concentration of the base.
The dependent variable is the pH of the reaction mixture.

Which of the following describes how skeletal muscles and bones work together to stimulate movement?

Muscles contract and exert force on the bone, which acts as a lever to stimulate movement.
Bones contract and exert force on the muscle, which acts as a lever to stimulate movement.
Muscles elongate, moving the bone involuntarily.
Bones elongate, moving the muscle involuntarily.

The graph shows how pH affects the rate of enzyme action for two digestive enzymes. If the small intestine has a pH higher than 7, what happens to the activity of gastric protease when it enters the small intestine?

activity will increase immediately
activity will increase gradually
activity will remain the same
activity will decrease

Which of the following occurs due to a hypersensitivity in the immune system that causes an inflammatory response to a common material?

fever
lupus
allergies
AIDS

Which of the following is the primary muscle that drives ventilation?

pectoralis major
rectus abdominis
trapezius
diaphragm

At what temperature is the highest mass of NaCl soluble in 100 grams of water?

40°C
60°C
80°C
100°C

Consider a prokaryotic organism that typically lives in a 10 percent saline concentration environment. Which of the following environments would cause the organism to lose mass at the greatest rate due to osmosis?

a solution of pure water
a solution of 3 percent saline concentration
a solution of 10 percent saline concentration
a solution of 20 percent saline concentration

Which of the following molecules experience London dispersion forces?

all atoms and molecules
atoms and molecules with full valence shells
atoms and molecules with a large dipole moment
atoms and molecules that contain at least one metal atom

Bile is stored in the

liver
duodenum
gallbladder
pancreas

Which of the following is NOT a hormone-producing gland of the endocrine system?

prostate
pituitary
adrenal
thyroid

The prostate is an exocrine gland that secretes the alkaline fluid found in semen. It does not produce hormones.

pinocytosis
phagocytosis
inflammation
vasodilation

Mature red blood cells are adapted to not contain a nucleus. This allows them to carry more hemoglobin. As a result of this adaptation, red blood cells

cannot undergo mitosis.
have large energy reserves.
never die.
reproduce very quickly.

The exchange of gases and blood happens in which of the following parts of the respiratory system?

alveoli
alveolar duct
pleura
bronchioles

Which of the following glands provides nourishment for sperm, as well as the majority of the fluid that combines with sperm to form semen?

seminal vesicles
prostate gland
bulbourethral glands
Cowper’s glands

Which of the following is the largest branch of the abdominal aorta, which supplies oxygenated blood to the upper digestive tract?

inferior mesenteric artery
gastric artery
celiac artery
superior mesenteric artery

Which of the following is NOT a phase of spermatogenesis, or the final stage of sperm formation?

tail formation
cap phase
Golgi phase
fertilization

When benzene burns completely in excess oxygen, which combustion products should form?

CO₂ and H₂O
CH₄ and H₂O
CO₂ and H₂O₂
CH₄ and H₂O₂

Which of the following is a heterogeneous mixture?

a mixture in which the atoms or molecules are distributed unevenly
a mixture of more than one type of atom or molecule
a mixture of covalent and ionic compounds
a mixture of polar and nonpolar molecules

Hormones can be classified into one of four basic groups based on their chemical source. Which of the following groups is derived from cholesterol?

catecholamines
steroids
polypeptides
eicosanoids

What will happen to the pH of a nitric acid solution that is diluted by a factor of ten?

The pH will go up ten units.
The pH will go down ten units.
The pH will go up one unit.
The pH will go down one unit.

Which of the following is the element of blood that comprises most of its total volume?

plasma
red blood cells
white blood cells
water

Which of the following is NOT true for enzyme-catalyzed reactions?

The reaction will speed up if the concentration of substrate increases.
The reaction will speed up if the concentration of enzyme increases.
The reaction will slow down at very low temperatures.
The reaction will speed up without limit as the temperature increases.

Which of the following is the molecule found in red blood cells that binds to up to four oxygen molecules?

hemoglobin
erythrocyte
globulin
antigens

Which of the following statements best defines a scientific model?

a real-world example of a theory
a simplification or metaphor for an observed phenomenon
a proposed explanation for an observed phenomenon
a statement about a fundamental aspect of the universe

Which of the following is the division of the nervous system primarily responsible for regulating all involuntary muscle functions?

somatic nervous system
autonomic nervous system
sympathetic nervous system
peripheral nervous system

Which of the following is an appendage of a neuron that sends electrical signals away from the neuron cell?

somatic nervous system
autonomic nervous system
sympathetic nervous system
peripheral nervous system

Which of the following is an appendage of a neuron that sends electrical signals away from the neuron cell?

axon
dendrite
neurite
neuroglia

Neurons typically have one long, thick axon that transmits signals away from the neuron.

a connection between two neurons
an electrical impulse that is transported down a neuron in response to a stimulus
an imbalanced electrical charge that exists in an inactive nerve cell
a chemical signal between two nerve cells

An action potential is the quick rise and fall of the electrical potential in a neuron.

cerebrum
pons
cerebellum
medulla oblongata

Which of the following describes how a catalyst speeds up a reaction?

A catalyst acts as a reactant, making the reaction go faster.
A catalyst speeds up a reaction by causing lower energy products to be made.
A catalyst lowers the activation energy by providing an alternate route for the reaction.
A catalyst causes the reactants to collide more frequently.

Which of the following is the final vessel through which semen must pass before being expelled from the body?

ejaculatory duct
penile urethra
membranous urethra
vas deferens

Alleles for brown eyes (B)are dominant over alleles for blue eyes (b). If two parents are both heterozygous for this gene, what is the percent chance that their offspring will have brown eyes?

25
50
75
100

Which of the following types of variables is changed in a scientific experiment?

controlled variable
measured variable
dependent variable
independent variable

The vertebral column consists of thirty-three vertebrae and is divided into several groups. Which of the following describes the lumbar vertebrae?

seven vertebrae located in the neck that connect the vertebral column to the skull, allowing for neck rotation
five vertebrae that are fused in the pelvis, forming a supportive, wedge-shaped bone
twelve vertebrae located in the upper back, each of which connects to the base of a rib
five vertebrae located in the lower back, which support most of the body’s weight

Which type of hypothesis assumes no relationship between two variables?

scientific hypothesis
working hypothesis
null hypothesis
alternate hypothesis

Which of the following is a mutation that occurs in the DNA of a nonreproductive cell?

germ-line mutation
somatic mutation
somatic mutation
frame-shift mutation

Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of muscles found in the human body?

skeletal
cardiac
soft
smooth

Which of the following is the structure of the male reproductive system that stores spermatozoa during the maturation process?

vas deferens
scrotum
epididymis
testicular artery

Which of the following types of hormones stimulates a chemical response to a target cell by diffusing through the cell membrane to bind to the receptors inside the cell?

fat-soluble hormones
amino acid derivatives
hydrophilic hormones
water-soluble hormones

Which of the following is an example of human error in an experiment?

an imperfectly calibrated scale
contaminating a sterile sample by breathing on it
a draft in the laboratory slightly changing the temperature of a liquid
failure to account for wind speed when measuring distance traveled

4x ÷ (x − 1)
Which of the following is the value of the expression above when x = 5?

0
1
4
5

Which of the following is the slope of the graph below?

∞
non-existent
0
1

Alex, David, and Rachel go out to dinner. Alex and David decide to split an appetizer that costs $8.50, and Rachel gets her own appetizer that costs $6.50. Rachel orders lemonade that costs $3, while Alex and David drink the free water. They all order entrées that cost the same price. They split up the bill according to what each person ordered. Which of the following states how much less Alex and David will pay than Rachel?

$1.00
$5.00
$5.25
$7.25

There are 450 students in the tenth grade. Of these, 46% are boys. If 21% of the girls have already turned 16, which of the following is the number of girls in the tenth grade who are 16?

43
51
54
94

A faucet is leaking 1 drop every 4 seconds. If 1 gallon is equal to 15,140 drops, which of the following lengths of time will it take for this faucet to leak 1 gallon of water?

1 hour, 3 minutes, 5 seconds
4 hours, 12 minutes, 20 seconds
16 hours, 49 minutes, 20 seconds
18 hours, 24 minutes, 5 seconds

$(3 + 5)^2 + 24 \div 16 - 5 \div 2$
Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

0.25
30.25
33
63

Ashley has been training for a 10-kilometer race. Her average training pace is 8 minutes and 15 seconds per mile. If she maintains this pace during the race, which of the following will be her finishing time? (1 mile = 5280 feet; 1 foot = 0.3048 meters)

51:23
50:53
51:14
82:30

$\frac{8}{15} \div \frac{1}{6}$
Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

$3\frac{1}{15}$
$\frac{15}{48}$
$\frac{4}{45}$
$3\frac{1}{5}$

A marinade recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for $\frac{1}{4}$ cup of olive oil. Which of the following is the amount of lemon juice that should be used with $\frac{2}{3}$ cup olive oil?

$5\frac{1}{3}$ tbsp.
$\frac{3}{4}$ tbsp.
4 tbsp.
$2\frac{1}{3}$ tbsp.

What is the relationship between the mean and the median in a data set that is skewed right?

The mean is greater than the median.
The mean is less than the median.
The mean and median are equal.
The mean may be greater than, less than, or equal to the median.

Toledo has been working full time but would like to cut back to part time. He normally works from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Now he leaves at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Which of the following is the percentage by which he decreased his weekly work hours?

20%
25%
30%
80%

Which of the following is listed in order from least to greatest?

$-0.95, 0, \frac{2}{5}, 0.35, \frac{3}{4}$
$-1, -\frac{1}{10}, -0.11, \frac{5}{6}, 0.75$
$-\frac{3}{4}, -0.2, 0, \frac{2}{3}, 0.55$
$-1.1, -\frac{4}{5}, -0.13, 0.7, \frac{9}{11}$

3a + 4 = 2a
Solve the equation. Which of the following is correct?

a = −4
a = 4
a = -4/5
a = 4/5

Caroline reads 40 pages in 45 minutes. Which of the following is the approximate number minutes it will take her to read 265 pages?

202 minutes
236 minutes
265 minutes
298 minutes

Jane earns $15 per hour babysitting. If she starts out with $275 in her bank account, which of the following equations represents the amount of hours she will need to spend babysitting in order for her account to reach $400?

$275 = 400 + 15h$
$400 = 15h$
$400 = \frac{15}{h} + 275$
$400 = 275 + 15h$

Which of the following is the total surface area of a box that is 18 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 6 inches high?

144 sq. in.
396 sq. in.
792 sq. in.
1,296 cu. in.

Which of the following has the greatest numeric value?

−4(3)(−2)
−16 − 17 + 31
18 − 15 + 27
−20 + 10 + 10

A pizza has a diameter of 10 inches. If a slice with a central angle of 40 degrees is cut from the pizza, which of the following will be the surface area of the pizza slice?

9.2. sq. in.
8.7 sq. in.
3.5 sq. in.
17.4 sq. in.

Meg rolled a 6-sided die 4 times, and her first 3 rolls were 1, 3, and 5. If the average of the 4 rolls is 2.5, which of the following was the value of the 4th roll?

1
2
3
5

The data set below shows the number of instruments played by students in the seventh and tenth grades. Which of the following is the difference in the average number of instruments played by seventh- and tenth-graders?
Student Grade Number of Instruments
Alison 7 2
Dana 10 0
Jerry 7 1
Sam 7 1
Luke 10 1
Philip 7 2
Briana 10 1
Laura 10 0
Angie 7 2

0.5
1
1.1
2.1

The pie chart below shows a high school graduating class’ enrollment in 4 types of universities: small private, large private, small public, and large public. Of the students who enrolled in a public university, which of the following is the percentage enrolled in a small public university?

11%
22%
27%
29%

If there are 3.28 feet in 1 meter, which of the following is equivalent to 55 meters? (Round to the nearest tenth.)

16.8 feet
21.7 feet
139.7 feet
180.4 feet

$-(3)^2 + (5 - 7)^2 - 3(4 - 8)$

Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

-17
-1
7
25

$(3^2 \div 1^3) - (4 - 8^2) + 2^4$
Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

-35
-4
28
85

17.38 – 19.26 + 14.2
Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

12.08
12.32
16.08
16.22

A cylindrical canister is 9 inches high and has a diameter of 5 inches. The formula for the volume of a cylinder is $V = \pi r^2h$ where r is the radius and h is the height. Which of the following is the volume of the canister?

176.6 inches squared
45 inches squared
141.4 inches squared
706.9 inches squared

$\frac{7}{8} - \frac{1}{10} - \frac{2}{3}$

Simplify the expression. Which of the following is correct?

$\frac{1}{30}$
$\frac{13}{120}$
$\frac{4}{21}$
$\frac{4}{105}$

Which of the following is equivalent to $4\frac{10}{11}$ ?

4.09
$4.\bar{09}$
4.90
$4.\bar{90}$

Which of the following shows 74,365 rounded to the nearest hundred and to the nearest thousand?

hundred: 74,400; thousand: 74,000
hundred: 74,300; thousand: 75,000
hundred: 74,400; thousand: 75,000
hundred: 74,300; thousand: 74,000

A store recorded the following sales over one week:
Day Sales
Monday $300
Tuesday $250
Wednesday $550
Thursday $475
Friday $325
Saturday $800

Which of the following is the ratio of the highest amount of sales to total sales for the week and the ratio of lowest amount of sales to total sales for the week?

lowest: $\frac{13}{108}$ ; highest: $\frac{8}{27}$
lowest: $\frac{13}{108}$ ; highest: $\frac{11}{54}$
lowest: $\frac{5}{54}$ ; highest: $\frac{8}{27}$
lowest: $\frac{5}{54}$ ; highest: $\frac{11}{54}$

10y − 8 − 2y = 4y − 22 + 5y
Solve the equation. Which of the following is correct?

y = $-4\frac{2}{3}$
y = $14$
y = $30$
y = $-30$

Which of the following is equivalent to 37.5%?

0.0375
0.375
3.75
37.5

An employee makes $37,500 per year and receives a 5.5% raise. Which of the following is the employee’s new salary?

$35,437.50
$35,625
$39,375
$39,562.50

Which of the following sets of numbers is listed in order from least to greatest?

$-0.95, 0, \frac{2}{5}, 0.35, \frac{3}{4}$
$-1, -\frac{1}{10}, -0.11, \frac{5}{6}, 0.75$
$-\frac{3}{4}, -0.2, 0, \frac{2}{3}, 0.55$
$-1.1, -\frac{4}{5}, -0.13, 0.7, \frac{9}{11}$

The population of a town was 7250 in 2014 and 7375 in 2015. Which of the following was the percent increase from 2014 to 2015? (Round to the nearest tenth.)

1.5%
1.6%
1.7%
1.8%

Which of the following choices places these fractions in the correct order from greatest to least?

$\frac{1}{3}, -\frac{1}{4}, \frac{1}{2}, -\frac{1}{5}, \frac{1}{7}, -\frac{1}{6}$

$\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{7}, -\frac{1}{5}, -\frac{1}{6}, -\frac{1}{4}$
$\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{7}, -\frac{1}{6}, -\frac{1}{5}, -\frac{1}{4}$
$\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{7}, \frac{1}{3}, -\frac{1}{4}, -\frac{1}{5}, -\frac{1}{6}$
$\frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{7}, -\frac{1}{6}, -\frac{1}{4}, -\frac{1}{5}$

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