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Which detail from the passage best supports the conclusion that the little girl is no older than three years old?
- A. For lunch, she likes ham and cheese (torn into bites), yogurt, raisins, applesauce, peanut butter sandwiches in the fridge drawer, or any combo of these.
- B. It's fine if you want to go somewhere, just leave us a note of where you are.
- C. As for nap, try after lunch. She may not sleep, but try anyway.
- D. Turn on music in her room, leave her in her crib with a dry diaper and bottle to try to sleep.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The detail from choice D, 'Turn on music in her room, leave her in her crib with a dry diaper and bottle to try to sleep,' best supports the conclusion that the little girl is no older than three years old. This detail suggests that the child is still using a crib for sleeping, a common practice for infants and toddlers. Additionally, the mention of a bottle indicates that the child is likely young, as older children typically do not use bottles for sleep. Choices A, B, and C do not provide specific details related to the child's age like the mention of a crib and a bottle does in choice D.
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Based on the context of the passage, the reader can infer that this information is likely to appear in which of the following types of works?
- A. A scholarly biography
- B. A mystery novel
- C. A fictional story
- D. A biography
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The passage provides a detailed historical account of Queen Victoria's lineage, ascension to the throne, and reign, making it suitable for a biography. The passage focuses on presenting factual information about Queen Victoria's life rather than analyzing it, which aligns more with a biography than a scholarly paper. It does not contain elements of mystery or fiction, as it recounts historical events and real-life figures. Therefore, a biography is the most appropriate choice based on the content and style of the passage.
Assuming this statement is true, which of the answer choices is a logical conclusion?
- A. Whole language is more effective at teaching people to read than phonics.
- B. Phonics is more effective at teaching people to read than whole language.
- C. Literacy rates will probably continue to decline over the next 15 years.
- D. The definition of what it means to be literate is much stricter now.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If we consider the information provided in the extract that literacy rates were higher when phonics was predominantly used and have declined since whole language programs became more popular, it logically follows that phonics is more effective at teaching people to read than whole language. Choice A is incorrect as the extract suggests the opposite. Choice C cannot be concluded based on the information provided; it is an assumption beyond the scope of the data. Choice D is also unrelated to the information given and does not logically follow from the provided statement.
Archie says, 'Northerners eat bland food.' The most precise definition of this statement is
- A. A stereotype
- B. An inference
- C. A bias
- D. A generalization
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: a stereotype. Archie's statement about Northerners eating bland food reflects a stereotype, which is an oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people. This statement is not an inference because it is not based on evidence or reasoning. It is also not a bias, which is a preference or inclination that inhibits impartial judgment. While the statement could be seen as a generalization, it more specifically fits the definition of a stereotype due to its oversimplified and exaggerated nature.
A recycling company collects sorted materials from its clients. The materials are weighed and then processed for re-use. The chart shows the weights of various classes of materials that were collected by the company during a representative month. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the data in the chart?
- A. Paper products, including cardboard, make up a majority of the collected materials.
- B. One quarter of the materials collected are made of glass.
- C. More plastic is collected than cardboard.
- D. Plastic and cardboard together represent a larger portion of the collected materials than glass bottles.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The chart data does not support the statement that more plastic is collected than cardboard. Looking at the chart data, we can see that paper products, including cardboard, make up the majority of the collected materials. Glass accounts for one quarter of the materials collected. When we compare plastic and cardboard, we can see that cardboard weighs more than plastic. Therefore, the statement that more plastic is collected than cardboard is not supported by the data. Additionally, combining plastic and cardboard weights still does not exceed the weight of glass bottles according to the chart.
What is the author's tone in the passage?
- A. The author's tone is optimistic.
- B. The author's tone is pessimistic.
- C. The author's tone is matter-of-fact.
- D. The author's tone is angry.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The author's tone in the passage is matter-of-fact. The text provides practical suggestions and advice in a straightforward manner, focusing on actions without expressing emotions or bias. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because the author does not show signs of being optimistic, pessimistic, or angry; instead, the author presents information objectively and neutrally.