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What can one infer about the meaning of the word 'Juggernaut' from the author's use of it in the passage?
- A. It is an apparition that appears at daybreak.
- B. It scares children.
- C. It is associated with space travel.
- D. Mr. Utterson finds it soothing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The use of the word 'Juggernaut' in the passage describes a disturbing and terrifying figure that tramples a child in the narrator's dream, evoking fear and horror. The description of the 'human Juggernaut' treading the child down and passing on regardless of her screams conveys a sense of menace and cruelty associated with the term. This portrayal does not align with choices A, C, or D. Choice A about an apparition appearing at daybreak is not supported by the text; choice C regarding space travel is completely unrelated to the context; and choice D suggesting Mr. Utterson finds it soothing contradicts the fearful and unsettling depiction of the 'Juggernaut' in the passage. Therefore, option B, 'It scares children,' is the most accurate inference based on the author's use of the word in the text.
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Which of the following best describes the way the passages are structured?
- A. Both passages open by defining a legal concept and then continue to describe situations in order to further explain the concept.
- B. Both passages begin with situations, introduce accepted definitions, and then cite legal ramifications.
- C. The first passage presents a long definition while the second passage begins by showing an example of assault.
- D. Both cite specific legal doctrines, then proceed to explain the rulings.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The passages are structured in a way where both begin by defining a legal concept (assault and battery) and then provide further explanations and examples to help clarify and elaborate on the concepts. Both passages open with a clear definition and then proceed to discuss the concept in various situations. Choice A is correct because it accurately captures the structure of the passages. Choice B is incorrect because the passages do not introduce accepted definitions after presenting situations; they define the legal concepts first. Choice C is incorrect because the first passage does not present a long definition, it begins by defining lethal force and then provides examples. Choice D is incorrect because while the passages explain legal concepts, they do not specifically cite legal doctrines or explain rulings.
Which of the following best expresses the meaning of "intelligence (instinct)" in the context of this passage?
- A. Instinct is synonymous with intelligence in the passage.
- B. Intelligence and instinct are not clearly distinct in the context.
- C. Instinct is a natural ability to perform actions without learned behavior.
- D. Instinct refers to an animal's natural survival mechanism.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Instinct refers to natural, unlearned behaviors, particularly in survival and reproduction.
Which of the following is not identified as a difference between the two authors?
- A. Malory wrote prose, while Tennyson wrote poetry.
- B. Malory wrote during the medieval era, while Tennyson wrote during the Victorian era.
- C. Malory was more focused on heroism and morality, while Tennyson was more focused on nature and elegy.
- D. Malory wrote stories about Gareth, Tristan, and Isolde, while Tennyson focused only on Arthur, Lancelot, and Guinevere.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The passage explicitly mentions that Malory included chapters on knights such as Lancelot and Gareth, and he discussed the relationships between Tristan and Isolde, and Lancelot and Guinevere. This shows that Malory did focus on a wider range of characters beyond just Arthur, Lancelot, and Guinevere. Therefore, the difference mentioned in option D is not accurate as it is identified in the passage that Malory did write stories about Gareth, Tristan, and Isolde. Choices A, B, and C are all correctly identified as differences between the two authors based on the passage provided.
Which of the following is true of hypotheses of the form 'All x and y'?
- A. Something that is neither x nor y disproves the hypothesis.
- B. Something that is both x and y disproves the hypothesis.
- C. Something that is x but not y disproves the hypothesis.
- D. Something that is y but not x disproves the hypothesis.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. According to the passage, when encountering evidence that disproves a hypothesis of the form 'All x and y,' something that is x but not y can disprove the hypothesis. Using the example provided in the passage, a monkey (x) that has no hair (not y) would disprove the hypothesis 'All monkeys are hairy.' Choice A is incorrect because something that is neither x nor y is not specifically mentioned in the passage to disprove such hypotheses. Choice B is incorrect because the passage states that something that is both x and y confirms the hypothesis, not disproves it. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not discuss something that is y but not x disproving the hypothesis; it focuses on x but not y as evidence to disprove the hypothesis.
Which option best defines a fable?
- A. A melancholic poem lamenting the subject's death
- B. An oral tradition influenced by culture
- C. A story with events that occur in threes and sevens
- D. A short story with animals, fantastic creatures, or other forces within nature
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A fable is a short story that typically features animals, fantastic creatures, or other forces within nature as characters. These characters often possess human-like qualities and behavior, and the story is intended to convey a moral lesson or message to the reader. The use of animals or other natural elements is a common characteristic of fables, distinguishing them from other types of stories or literary works. Options A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the defining characteristics of a fable.