Nursing Elites

1. The final sentence of the passage states that Julia set a course for home. Which of the following is the most accurate interpretation of this sentence?

• A. Julia cannot go directly home.
• B. Julia is planning to go home.
• C. Julia wants to go home but will return to work.
• D. Julia is worried the fire at her office will spread to her home.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The final sentence of the passage mentioning that Julia set a course for home indicates that Julia is making a deliberate decision to head towards her residence. This implies that she is planning to go home, suggesting that option B is the most accurate interpretation. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the context provided. Option A is incorrect as there is no indication that Julia cannot go directly home. Option C is incorrect as there is no mention of Julia returning to work. Option D is incorrect as there is no evidence in the passage to suggest that Julia is worried about the fire at her office spreading to her home.

2. What does Lady Bracknell's interrogation of Jack reveal about the nature of marriage in the society Wilde is critiquing?

• A. It shows that marriage is based on love and personal choice.
• B. It reveals that marriage is a serious, thoughtful decision.
• C. It illustrates that marriage is more about social standing and wealth than love.
• D. It suggests that marriage is an outdated institution.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Lady Bracknell's interrogation of Jack regarding his suitability as a husband for her daughter Gwendolen reveals that marriage in the society depicted in the play is more about wealth and social status than love. This is evident as Lady Bracknell places great emphasis on Jack's financial background, social connections, and suitability as a match based on these criteria. Choice A is incorrect because Lady Bracknell's focus is not on love or personal choice but on societal expectations and status. Choice B is incorrect as the interrogation highlights superficial considerations rather than portraying marriage as a serious, thoughtful decision. Choice D is also incorrect as the play does not suggest that marriage is outdated, but rather emphasizes its transactional and societal nature in the context of the aristocratic society being critiqued.

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

• A. to advocate for specific ideals and beliefs
• B. to discuss the role of skin coloration and markings in snakes
• C. to explain the influence of idealism on American social and political discourse
• D. to examine the impact of snake behavior on the ecosystem

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The author's main purpose in the passage is to explain the influence of idealism on American social and political discourse. The passage discusses how idealistic viewpoints shape the discourse in America, advocating for specific ideals and beliefs (A) rather than explaining the beliefs of an idealist (B) or examining the impact of snake behavior on the ecosystem (D).

4. To whom is this passage probably being written?

• A. a mother
• B. a father
• C. a babysitter
• D. a nurse

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage provides detailed instructions on how to take care of a little girl, indicating that the intended audience is someone other than the child's parents. A babysitter is the most likely recipient of these instructions, as they are typically hired to care for children when the parents are away. The specific guidance on feeding, naptime routine, and other care tasks align with what a babysitter would need to know to care for a child in place of the parents. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because the passage does not address the child's parents directly. It focuses on providing guidance to someone temporarily responsible for the child's care, such as a babysitter.

5. Based on the context, which of the following is the meaning of the word match in the sentence?

• A. a competitive event
• B. a suitable pair
• C. a slender piece of wood used to start a fire
• D. a prospective marriage partner

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In the context of the sentence, the word 'match' refers to a competitive event, likely a sports match or game that Victoria participated in and won easily. This is the most appropriate interpretation based on the context provided. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not fit the context of the sentence. 'A suitable pair,' 'a slender piece of wood used to start a fire,' and 'a prospective marriage partner' do not relate to Victoria winning a match in a sports context.

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