Choose the sentences that correctly describe the organization and purpose of these passages. A These passages are meant to be informative. B These passages are meant to persuade the reader to agree with a certain point of view. C These ...

As used in paragraph 3, what does ventilation mean? A. Circulation of air B. Unclean interiors C. Dark and dirty D. Distance for air

Which would be the BEST transition to add to the beginning of the third sentence in paragraph four? A) However, B) Therefore, C) For example, D) Nonetheless,

As used in paragraph 3, what does ventilation mean? A) Circulation of air B) Unclean interiors C) Dark and dirty D) Distance for air

From the information provided in the selection, what meaning does the author convey by the words sweet spot? A the only place B the best place C the wrong place D the easiest place

Which is the BEST definition for the word spirit as it is used in the selected sentence? A pride and enthusiasm B vital essence or energy C air set in motion by breathing D a rough breathing or aspiration

Which organizational pattern is used in this speech? A sequence B classification C problem and solution D order of importance

What archetype does the speaker of this poem BEST represent? A the tyrant B the champion C the best friend D the lovesick man

Choose the sentences that correctly describe the organization and purpose of these passages. A These passages are meant to be informative. B These passages are meant to persuade the reader to agree with a certain point of view. C These ...

Which sentence provides commentary information for elaboration on the passage? A. This year the lines for the Topple Tower were shorter than the lines for the Looping Starship. B. One-price ride ticket could be purchased in advance for twenty dollars, ...

Based on these two excerpts, how were Manute and Ming alike? A They both attended college in the United States. B They both learned the game of basketball from American coaches. C They both grew up in poverty in small ...

The perimeter of a rhombus is 40 cm, and the length of one of its diagonals is 16 cm. Therefore, the length of the other diagonal is: A) 12 cm B) 10 cm C) 8 cm D) 6 cm

Bradbury’s novel, “Fahrenheit 451,” says books are outlawed because they A are a waste of time, like television. B help people think for themselves. C teach people to conform. D are not a reliable source of information.

The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States. For Alexander Hamilton, what was the biggest problem with this document? A the lack of power of Great Britain B the lack of power in Congress C the ...

A right circular cone has a radius of 5x+2 and a height 4 units less than its radius. Express the volume of the cone as a polynomial function. The volume of a cone is given by V= 31 ​ πr ...

Which of the following statements is an accurate description of Bradbury’s work as an author? A His writing includes opinions about technology that are shared by many people. B His books are not available in libraries. C His stories always ...

The author states that owning a car meant “achieving the American dream.” The author means that owning a car A) meant even more problems for many people. B) was a sign that people had achieved success. C) was not what most people wanted ...

Which two true statements can you infer from this excerpt? A All city basketball courts are well-maintained. B Dunking a basketball is not as easy as it looks. C Tending cattle doesn’t require any physical skill. D Not all tall ...

What is the correct answer to this math question? 50+50−25×0+2+2

Which sentence from the text shows how super-repellent fabric would protect a scientist who works with dangerous liquids? A Super attractive surfaces should cause droplets to spread out evenly, forming a thin layer. B In the case of a spill, the ...

Which two of the following places would you be most likely to find the fog-fighting coating developed by Rubner’s team? A on the inside of a car’s windshield B on the bottom of a ship C on the lens of ...

Think about what you have read in this text. The object in this image is A a chemical compound released by a gas-powered car. B the metal that allows cars to withstand more force. C the part of a car ...

Which two of the following places would you be most likely to find the fog-fighting coating developed by Rubner’s team? A on the inside of a car’s windshield B on the bottom of a ship C on the lens of ...

Read this excerpt from the text. Which word in this excerpt is the scientific term for “super-repellent”? A structure B phobia C omniphobic D materials

Cars gave people more freedom. But the author explains that cars also had disadvantages, including which two? A economic growth B fatal car accidents C electronic technology D air pollution E safety improvements

This text is mostly about the Separatists in England and A their great respect for King James of England. B the rules they followed from the Church of England. C the religious choices accepted around the world. D their desire ...

Choose the one sentence from this excerpt that most strongly proves Alexander Hamilton achieved his primary goal of a strong central government. Only one more state was needed to approve the Constitution, but the new Union would have little meaning without ...

The tone of this closing paragraph is one of A) tolerance. B) complacency. C) gratification. D) sympathy.

The author begins the selection with the familiar idiomatic expression “oil and water don’t mix,” which refers to A the inability to make a decision when presented with multiple options. B two people or things that are very different and do ...

Based on what you have read, what is responsible for many improvements to cars? A the number of cars sold each every year B advancements in electronic technology C pollution being released into the atmosphere D car companies trying to ...

The work of which person mentioned in this selection is influential in the field of medicine? A) Susan Murphy’s statistical work B) Michael Shackelford’s actuarial work C) Edith Clarke’s electrical engineering work D) Alan Turing’s mathematical work

Which saying best expresses the main idea of this selection? A “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” B “The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are: hard work, stick-to-itiveness, and common ...

Based on his early academic years, which two things can you tell about Herrington? A He lost his focus while studying forestry. B He preferred doing manual labor projects. C He wanted to train as a professional chef. D He ...

What do the quotes in these two excerpts illustrate about Herrington? A) He believes that most young people lack motivation to succeed, as he did when he had to leave college. B) He feels fortunate to have had important role ...

Read this excerpt. Based on this part, it is reasonable to predict that Hank Aaron would A) speak out about civil rights for everyone. B) ask to be traded to a team not located in Atlanta. C) not hear any more racial slurs ...

In this excerpt, the phrase “in fetters” most closely means A) infected. B) in secret. C) clothed. D) in chains.

In this excerpt, Douglass’ tone could be described as A) calm. B) upbeat. C) accusatory. D) accepting.

In this excerpt, what would make Douglass’ task “light” and “delightful”? A) being reimbursed for his labor and sufferings as a slave B) getting the benefit of a even a small fee for making this speech C) speaking on a ...

Select the statement(s) that accurately evaluate the DNA technology presented. Gel electrophoresis is used to compare DNA fragments lengths to determine relatedness between two individuals. PCR is used to produce large amounts of protein. Recombinant plasmids are used to produce ...

Select the statement(s) that accurately describe the recombinant plasmid shown. This molecule was made using EcoRI and ligase. This is a DNA molecule that contains foreign DNA. It can be taken into a bacterial cell and used to produce foreign ...