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1. What is the best description of the phrase 'suggests that' in this sentence? A study suggests that vaping may reduce cigarette smoking but also lead to higher relapse.

• A. Makes a suggestion about
• B. Gives evidence about
• C. Hints at the idea that
• D. Promotes a plan to

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Makes a suggestion about.' The phrase 'suggests that' indicates that the study is proposing or indicating the possibility that vaping may have certain effects on cigarette smoking. It is not stating a fact or providing evidence, but rather making a suggestion or recommendation about the relationship between vaping and cigarette smoking. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because the phrase 'suggests that' does not provide evidence, hint at an idea, or promote a plan, but rather presents a suggestion or possibility.

2. What does Adhere mean?

• A. To ignore something
• B. To stick to something
• C. To go against something
• D. To pull apart

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To stick to something.' Adhere means to stay attached or stick to something. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. Choice A 'To ignore something' is the opposite of adhere, choice C 'To go against something' means to oppose rather than stick to, and choice D 'To pull apart' is the opposite of sticking together.

3. It's true that children depend on their parents for food, clothing, and ______.

• A. shelter
• B. security
• C. guidance
• D. affection

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Children depend on their parents for providing basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter. 'Shelter' refers to the physical protection and housing that parents are responsible for providing to their children. While security, guidance, and affection are also important aspects of parenting, in the context of the question, the most essential need after food and clothing is shelter.

4. Which reflexive pronoun correctly completes the sentence? 'When a person finds ___ in a stressful situation, it helps to breathe deeply.'

• A. Themselves
• B. Itself
• C. Yourself
• D. Oneself

Correct answer: D

Rationale: 'Oneself' is the correct reflexive pronoun to use when referring to an unspecified person. In this sentence, 'oneself' is used to indicate any individual without specifying gender or number. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they refer to specific or known individuals, which does not fit the context of the sentence.

5. What does 'Flushed' refer to?

• A. Swollen
• B. Reddened or ruddy appearance
• C. Discolored
• D. Pale

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Reddened or ruddy appearance.' When someone is flushed, it means they have a red or ruddy complexion, often due to embarrassment, anger, or a physical reaction. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because 'flushed' specifically refers to a red or ruddy appearance, not swelling, discoloration, or paleness.

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