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1. Identify the overall tone of the essay about Sunny-Side Up.

• A. Confused.
• B. Confident.
• C. Disheartened.
• D. Disapproving.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The overall tone of the essay is confident, as the author articulates the positive effects of sunlight and presents a well-supported argument. The assertive language used throughout reflects a strong belief in the benefits of sunlight, making B the correct answer.

2. Based on this passage, what can the reader infer about the advice physicians will give their pregnant patients about coffee consumption?

• A. Almost all of them will advise women to stop drinking any caffeine until after the baby is born.
• B. The majority will ignore the study altogether and continue to advise caffeine in moderation as before.
• C. All of them will demand additional research be done before they change what they tell their patients.
• D. Some will continue to make their normal recommendations about caffeine, while others will be more cautious than before.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The passage implies that there is variability in physician responses to the study about caffeine consumption. Some doctors may continue their standard recommendations, while others might advise more caution based on the new evidence. Therefore, option D reflects this variability in professional opinions and is the correct inference.

3. Choose the best summary of the passage about High Fructose Corn Syrup.

• A. After extensive studies, scientists recommend removing HFCS from grocery products.
• B. A recent study on rats confirms suspicions that HFCS contributes to unhealthful weight gains.
• C. Until more research is done, using HFCS is preferable to replacing it with refined sugar.
• D. Avoiding HFCS can have immediate, healthful results on overweight patients, as suggested by the AMA.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The best summary of the passage is choice B. The passage discusses concerns about the impact of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) on health, particularly its link to obesity. It mentions a recent study on rats that confirms suspicions about HFCS contributing to unhealthful weight gains. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they introduce recommendations or implications not explicitly mentioned in the passage. Choice A goes beyond the information by stating that scientists recommend removing HFCS from grocery products, choice C suggests that using HFCS is preferable until more research is done, and choice D implies immediate healthful results on overweight patients by avoiding HFCS, as suggested by the AMA, which is not supported by the passage.

4. The information presented in this article is?

• A. Against eating and drinking
• B. Against drinking alcohol
• C. Against eating rich foods
• D. Unbiased and informative.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The information presented in the article is unbiased in its approach. While the article highlights the potential issues related to overeating and alcohol abuse, it does not explicitly advocate against eating and drinking, drinking alcohol, or eating rich foods. The primary focus is on the negative consequences of overeating and alcohol abuse, making choice D, 'Unbiased and informative,' the correct answer. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they are not supported by the content of the article; it merely discusses the risks associated with overeating and alcohol abuse without taking a stand against them.

5. Which statement could be inferred from the passage?

• A. The Georgia lab had conducted a previous study on the connection between exercise and energy.
• B. Exercise regimes are not recommended for patients with serious health problems.
• C. An increase in energy levels does not always correspond directly to a reduction in fatigue.
• D. There were fewer than 10 participants in each group in the Georgia study.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The passage mentions a previous study by the same team on the connection between exercise and energy, indicating that the lab had conducted such research before. Choice B is incorrect because the passage actually states that low-impact exercise can help reduce fatigue in patients with serious health conditions. Choice C is incorrect as the passage indicates that an increase in energy levels does correspond to a reduction in fatigue. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not provide information on the exact number of participants in each group.

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