Nursing Elites

1. What would this author's attitude likely be towards a person unable to find employment?

• A. Descriptive
• B. Conciliatory
• C. Ingenuous
• D. Incredulous

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The author's likely attitude towards a person unable to find employment would be incredulous. The passage emphasizes the abundance of job opportunities in the United States and suggests that finding employment should not be difficult for those willing to work. The author believes that with the numerous avenues of success and available vocations, anyone who is willing to engage in a respectable occupation should be able to find lucrative employment. Therefore, the author would find it hard to believe or be skeptical towards someone who claims they cannot find a job. Choice A, 'Descriptive,' is incorrect as the author's attitude is more judgmental than just describing a situation. Choice B, 'Conciliatory,' is incorrect as the author does not show any intention to reconcile or make peace with the situation of unemployment. Choice C, 'Ingenuous,' is incorrect as this term means innocent or naive, which does not align with the author's likely attitude of disbelief towards unemployment.

2. Which of the following statements represents an exaggerated claim in support of the argument presented in this passage?

• A. In the United States, the foreign language requirement for high school graduation varies depending on the state.
• B. Studying a foreign language is crucial for success in the global economy.
• C. High school graduates with foreign language credits have a higher college acceptance rate.
• D. Students who did not study a foreign language are completely unable to secure any job.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because it is an exaggerated claim to state that students who did not study a foreign language are completely unable to secure any job. While proficiency in a foreign language may enhance job prospects, it is unrealistic to suggest that not studying one would render someone unemployable. Choice A provides a factual statement about the variation in foreign language requirements, so it cannot be considered an exaggeration. Choices B and C highlight the increasing importance of foreign language skills and the benefits of having them, which are supported by trends and studies. These choices may be debatable, but they are not exaggerated claims.

3. According to the timeline, which of the following events happens second?

• A. Barton works as a federal patent clerk
• B. Barton travels to Europe
• C. Barton identifies anonymous soldiers
• D. Barton works on the frontlines of the Civil War

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Based on the timeline provided, Barton working on the frontlines of the Civil War is the second event to occur. This event happened after her work as a patent clerk but before other events. Barton's travel to Europe and identification of anonymous soldiers happened after her service on the frontlines of the Civil War, making them later events in the timeline.

4. What can one reasonably conclude from the final comment of this passage?

• A. The speaker is considering a name change.
• B. The speaker is experiencing an identity crisis.
• C. The speaker has mistakenly been looking for the wrong person.
• D. The speaker intends to continue to look for Hyde.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The final comment in the passage indicates that Mr. Utterson intends to keep searching for Mr. Hyde, showing his determination. The passage describes how Mr. Utterson is troubled by questions about Hyde, engaging not just his intellect but also his imagination. Despite the lack of information obtained from Lanyon, Mr. Utterson continues to ponder the problem late into the night, suggesting his commitment to uncovering the mystery. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because there is no indication in the passage that the speaker is considering a name change, experiencing an identity crisis, or mistakenly looking for the wrong person. The passage focuses on Mr. Utterson's persistent search for Hyde, emphasizing his unwavering resolve.

5. Which of the following would be the best concluding statement for this passage?

• A. States should consider the importance of foreign languages for the global economy when making policies regarding foreign language requirements for high school graduation.
• B. Policies for high school graduation should consider the significance of foreign languages for the global economy, college acceptance rates, and job opportunities.
• C. Influence of a second language on college acceptance rates warrants a foreign language class as a high school graduation requirement.
• D. The difficulty of obtaining a job in today’s economy without knowledge of multiple languages should be considered when setting foreign language requirements for high school graduation.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Choice B provides the best concluding statement for this passage as it encapsulates the main argument and key supporting details presented in the extract. The passage emphasizes the importance of foreign languages for the global economy, the impact on college acceptance rates, and enhanced job opportunities for individuals proficient in more than one language. Choice B effectively summarizes these points, making it the most appropriate conclusion. Choices A, C, and D, while related to the main argument, only touch on one supporting detail each. Choice A focuses solely on the importance of foreign languages for the global economy, while choice C emphasizes the influence of a second language on college acceptance rates. Choice D highlights the difficulty of job acquisition without knowledge of multiple languages. These choices do not encompass the breadth of supporting details provided in the passage, making them less effective as concluding statements.

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