Nursing Elites

1. What is the meaning of testament as used in the sentence provided?

• A. story
• B. surprise
• C. artifact
• D. evidence

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In the context provided, the word 'testament' most likely refers to evidence. A testament can be something that serves as proof or confirmation of a fact or situation. In this case, it is used in a non-religious sense to indicate evidence or proof. The other choices are incorrect as 'story' does not fit the context, 'surprise' is not related to the owners' skills mentioned, and 'artifact' does not align with the discussion of the restaurant's success.

2. The speaker addresses his audience as 'My Good Friends.' What kind of credibility does this salutation give to the speaker?

• A. The speaker's salutation is one from an employer to his employees, aiming to bridge the gap between them.
• B. The speaker's salutation is one from an entertainer to his audience, using friendly language to connect before a serious speech.
• C. The salutation gives the serious speech that follows a somber tone, as it is used ironically.
• D. The speech is from a politician to the public, using the salutation to grab the audience's attention.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The salutation 'My Good Friends' used by Charles Dickens in his speech to the working men and their families in Birmingham shows that he is addressing them as an entertainer, aiming to connect with them before delivering a serious message. This friendly language establishes a personal connection with the audience, setting a tone of camaraderie and warmth. The salutation is not meant to bridge a gap between an employer and employees (Choice A), create irony (Choice C), or grab attention like a politician (Choice D). Instead, it is a genuine and warm address to engage the audience before conveying his earnest hope about the Institute's principles.

3. What is the author’s likely purpose in writing this passage about Queen Victoria?

• A. To persuade the reader to appreciate the accomplishments of Queen Victoria, especially when placed against the failures of her forebears.
• B. To introduce the historical impact of the Victorian Era by introducing to readers the queen who gave that era its name.
• C. To explain how small events in history placed an unlikely princess in line to become the queen of England.
• D. To indicate the role that King George III’s many sons played in changing the history of England.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. The author's purpose in writing this passage is to explain how small events in history led to an unlikely princess, Princess Alexandrina Victoria, becoming the queen of England. The passage discusses the family background of Queen Victoria and how a series of events, including the lack of legitimate heirs from King George III's sons, ultimately paved the way for her ascension to the throne. Choice A is incorrect because the passage is more focused on presenting historical events rather than persuading readers to appreciate Queen Victoria's accomplishments. Choice B is also incorrect as the passage does mention the Victorian Era but is primarily centered around Queen Victoria's personal journey to the throne. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does briefly mention King George III's sons, but it does not primarily focus on their role in changing the history of England.

4. Which choice correctly matches these samples with incompletely met criteria?

• A. Sample 1's evidence is not sufficient; sample 2's evidence is not relevant; sample 3's evidence is not factual.
• B. Sample 1's evidence is not factual; sample 2's evidence is not sufficient; sample 3's evidence is not relevant.
• C. Sample 1's evidence is not relevant; sample 2's evidence is not factual; sample 3's evidence is not sufficient.
• D. The evidence of samples 1 and 3 is insufficient; sample 2's evidence is factual but irrelevant.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Choice C correctly matches the samples with incompletely met criteria. It states that sample 1's evidence is not relevant, sample 2's evidence is not factual, and sample 3's evidence is not sufficient. This aligns with the criteria mentioned, indicating a lack of relevance, factual accuracy, and sufficiency in each sample, respectively. Choices A, B, and D do not accurately match the samples with the given criteria, making them incorrect. In choice A, while sample 1's evidence is not sufficient, sample 2's evidence is not relevant, and sample 3's evidence is not factual, the order in which these aspects are mentioned is not aligned with the criteria provided. Choice B has the correct order but mismatches the criteria with the samples. Choice D incorrectly assesses the evidence of the samples, focusing on sufficiency and relevance but not aligning with the specified criteria for each sample.

5. What best describes Samuel's sample size?

• A. The sample is biased because it has firsthand experience.
• B. The sample contains too few members to draw meaningful conclusions.
• C. The sample contains too many members to make specific claims.
• D. The sample is unbiased and of appropriate size.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Samuel's sample size of 24 students is too small to draw generalizable conclusions about a larger population. While his observations are based on firsthand experience, the sample size is inadequate to make meaningful claims about the relationship between parental involvement and academic success for all students. Choice A is incorrect because bias is not related to sample size but rather the way data is collected. Choice C is incorrect as having too many members would not hinder understanding specifics, but rather provide a more comprehensive view. Choice D is incorrect as the sample size is too small to be considered appropriately sized for making broad claims.

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