Nursing Elites

1. Which of the answer choices best explains the purpose of the parentheses in the sentence?

• A. To offer brief commentary on the subject matter being discussed
• B. To modify or qualify the statement that came immediately before
• C. To identify information that was located using another source
• D. To set off useful information that does not fit the flow of the sentence

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Parentheses are used to set off supplementary information (the years of Franz Joseph I's reign) that provides context but does not disrupt the flow of the main sentence. Choice A is incorrect as the purpose of the parentheses in this case is not to offer commentary but to provide additional information. Choice B is incorrect as the parentheses do not modify or qualify the statement before. Choice C is incorrect as the information in the parentheses is not identified as being from another source.

2. Which of the following choices shows the best chronological order for the sentences within the paragraph?

• A. IV, II, I, III
• B. III, IV, II, I
• C. I, II, III, IV
• D. III, I, IV, II

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct chronological order for the sentences within a paragraph should follow the sequence of events logically. In this case, 'I, II, III, IV' is the correct order. Sentence I usually sets the stage or introduces the main idea, followed by sentence II, which provides additional information. Sentence III usually presents the climax or a turning point, leading to sentence IV, which wraps up the paragraph. Choice C, 'I, II, III, IV,' maintains this logical progression, making it the best chronological order. Choices A, B, and D do not follow a coherent chronological sequence and disrupt the flow of events within the paragraph.

3. Identify the main clause in the sentence: 'Although she was tired, she finished her work on time.'

• A. Although she was tired
• B. She was tired
• C. She finished her work on time
• D. Finished her work on time

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The main clause is the independent clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence. In this sentence, 'She finished her work on time' is the main clause because it expresses a complete thought independently. Choices A and B are subordinate clauses as they cannot stand alone as complete sentences. Choice D lacks the subject 'she,' making it incomplete and not a main clause.

4. Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 'He was _____ about his upcoming presentation.'

• A. apprehensive
• B. bored
• C. excited
• D. relieved

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'apprehensive.' In the context of an upcoming presentation, being apprehensive implies a sense of worry or nervousness. This aligns well with the situation where one might feel uneasy or concerned about their upcoming presentation. The word 'bored' (choice B) is incorrect as it does not convey the right emotion for this context. 'Excited' (choice C) and 'relieved' (choice D) do not match the expected sentiment of worry or nervousness associated with an upcoming presentation, making them incorrect choices.

5. What is the most effective way to combine the two sentences below?

• A. German cuisine is known for its hearty meat and potato dishes but families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.
• B. German cuisine is known for its hearty meat and potato dishes, but families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.
• C. German cuisine is known for its hearty meat and potato dishes and families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.
• D. German cuisine is known for its hearty meat and potato dishes, and families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. This choice effectively combines the two sentences with the use of a comma before 'and' to connect the two related but independent clauses. The comma helps to separate the contrasting information about German cuisine and the Sunday dinner, maintaining a clear and coherent structure. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they either lack the necessary punctuation or use 'but' instead of 'and,' which disrupts the flow of the combined sentence and fails to convey the intended relationship between the two ideas.

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