Nursing Elites

1. In which of the following situations would you use formal language?

• A. Texting a friend
• B. A family reunion
• C. Skyping your grandparents
• D. At a Parent-Teacher meeting

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: At a Parent-Teacher meeting. A Parent-Teacher meeting is a formal setting where professional communication is expected. Using formal language in this context shows respect and professionalism. Choices A, B, and C involve informal or casual situations where using formal language may not be necessary or appropriate. Texting a friend, attending a family reunion, or Skyping with grandparents are typically more informal interactions where a more relaxed communication style is acceptable.

2. Though the term nomad is often associated with early populations, nomadic cultures exist today, especially in the mountains of Europe and Asia. Which of the following punctuation marks is used incorrectly?

• A. the comma after populations
• B. the comma after today
• C. the apostrophe in mountain’s
• D. the period after Asia

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The apostrophe in 'mountain’s' is used incorrectly. The word should be 'mountains' without the apostrophe because it is a plural noun, not possessive. The other choices (A, B, D) have the correct usage of punctuation marks and do not contain errors related to punctuation.

3. Which of the following sentences supports the thesis statement: 'Organic gardening can be as simple or complex as you choose to make it'?

• A. Organic gardening ranges from basic composting to a chemical analysis of the soil.
• B. Organic gardening is easy.
• C. Gardening is fun for everyone.
• D. Organic foods are better for health.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Choice A is the correct answer because it directly supports the thesis statement by illustrating the wide spectrum of complexity within organic gardening, from basic practices like composting to more advanced techniques like soil chemical analysis. This range of possibilities aligns with the idea that organic gardening can be as simple or as complex as one chooses to make it. Choices B, C, and D do not directly relate to the flexibility and complexity aspect of organic gardening as emphasized in the thesis statement. Choice B oversimplifies the process, choice C focuses on the enjoyment of gardening in general rather than the complexity of organic gardening, and choice D discusses the health benefits of organic foods, which is not directly related to the range of options within organic gardening.

4. What is missing from the following sentence: 'He asked, When is the assignment due?'

• A. There should be quotation marks.
• B. There needs to be a semicolon after 'asked.'
• C. There should be a comma after 'assignment.'
• D. Nothing is missing.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The sentence is missing quotation marks around 'When is the assignment due?'. Quotation marks are essential to indicate that the words enclosed are being directly quoted. Choice B is incorrect because a semicolon is not needed in this context. Choice C is incorrect as a comma is already present after 'He asked' to separate the introductory clause. Choice D is incorrect because the sentence does lack proper punctuation, which are the quotation marks.

5. Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of an apostrophe?

• A. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors meal’s.
• B. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the juror’s meals.
• C. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors’ meals.
• D. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors meals’.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The apostrophe is correctly placed in this sentence to show possession by multiple jurors.

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