- 1. To: All new employees From: Risk Management Office Date: Today’s Subject: Safety Regulations Training All new employees are required to complete a training course on the safety procedures in effect at our various sites. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for obtaining permanent employment status at this company. The training course must be completed by each employee before the end of his/her six-month probation period. This course is individualized and self-contained; consequently, you may take it anytime. It is available in the Learning Resource Center, located next to the cafeteria. The center is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., making it convenient to work on the course before or after your work shift or during your lunch hour. The training course combines the use of a computer and interactive CD-ROMs. You will be able to learn at your own pace. Completion of the course takes approximately 12 to 15 hours. Upon completion, you will be required to assess the course using the assessment tool. A computer printout will provide you with immediate results. Anyone with a score of less than 75% will be required to repeat the course. If you are unfamiliar with the use of the Learning Resource Center equipment or software, staff is available to assist you. If you have any questions regarding the purpose of this requirement or how to fulfill it, please contact the Office Risk Management. Who would probably need to read this e-mail message?
A) Everyone in the office
B) Job applicants
C) The training officer
D) Retired employees
E) Recently hired emplooyees
- 2. To: All new employees From: Risk Management Office Date: Today’s Subject: Safety Regulations Training All new employees are required to complete a training course on the safety procedures in effect at our various sites. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for obtaining permanent employment status at this company. The training course must be completed by each employee before the end of his/her six-month probation period. This course is individualized and self-contained; consequently, you may take it anytime. It is available in the Learning Resource Center, located next to the cafeteria. The center is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., making it convenient to work on the course before or after your work shift or during your lunch hour. The training course combines the use of a computer and interactive CD-ROMs. You will be able to learn at your own pace. Completion of the course takes approximately 12 to 15 hours. Upon completion, you will be required to assess the course using the assessment tool. A computer printout will provide you with immediate results. Anyone with a score of less than 75% will be required to repeat the course. If you are unfamiliar with the use of the Learning Resource Center equipment or software, staff is available to assist you. If you have any questions regarding the purpose of this requirement or how to fulfill it, please contact the Office Risk Management. What does the course cover?
A) Traffic regulations
B) Computer maintenance
C) CD-ROM technology
D) Employee health
E) Corporate safety procedures
- 3. To: All new employees From: Risk Management Office Date: Today’s Subject: Safety Regulations Training All new employees are required to complete a training course on the safety procedures in effect at our various sites. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for obtaining permanent employment status at this company. The training course must be completed by each employee before the end of his/her six-month probation period. This course is individualized and self-contained; consequently, you may take it anytime. It is available in the Learning Resource Center, located next to the cafeteria. The center is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., making it convenient to work on the course before or after your work shift or during your lunch hour. The training course combines the use of a computer and interactive CD-ROMs. You will be able to learn at your own pace. Completion of the course takes approximately 12 to 15 hours. Upon completion, you will be required to assess the course using the assessment tool. A computer printout will provide you with immediate results. Anyone with a score of less than 75% will be required to repeat the course. If you are unfamiliar with the use of the Learning Resource Center equipment or software, staff is available to assist you. If you have any questions regarding the purpose of this requirement or how to fulfill it, please contact the Office Risk Management. Where are the CD-ROMs located?
A) With a responsible officer
B) In the laboratory
C) In the cafeteria
D) Next to the cafeteria
E) With the staff
- 4. Director of Design and Construction
We are seeking an experienced individual to manage all phases of design and construction for a private undergraduate women’s college with a large endowment. This is a permanent position to oversee extensive renovations to begin this year, and to manage a long-range expansion program for facilities on a 1300-acre campus in a rural setting. New construction to include a 1-million square-foot athletic facility, 50 classrooms, and in the near future dormitories and additions to the library are also possible. Candidate must have 5+ years management experience in a design and construction setting. Job involves overseeing all design and construction work, hiring and evaluating staff, reporting on progress of current and future projects to the Board of Trustees, and managing budgets. Rosewood College is located in a peaceful and scenic setting in the foothills of the Greystone Mountains, 20 minutes from the town of Litchfield. We offer competitive salary, health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, tuition benefits, unlimited use of all college facilities, and we will cover all relocation costs. Please send résumé, names of three references and salary expectations to J.W. Bostic, Human Resources Director, Rosewood College, Norton IL 49870 Where is the college located?
A) In the country
B) In the suburbs
C) In a small town
D) Near a library
E) In the city
- 5. Director of Design and Construction
We are seeking an experienced individual to manage all phases of design and construction for a private undergraduate women’s college with a large endowment. This is a permanent position to oversee extensive renovations to begin this year, and to manage a long-range expansion program for facilities on a 1300-acre campus in a rural setting. New construction to include a 1-million square-foot athletic facility, 50 classrooms, and in the near future dormitories and additions to the library are also possible. Candidate must have 5+ years management experience in a design and construction setting. Job involves overseeing all design and construction work, hiring and evaluating staff, reporting on progress of current and future projects to the Board of Trustees, and managing budgets. Rosewood College is located in a peaceful and scenic setting in the foothills of the Greystone Mountains, 20 minutes from the town of Litchfield. We offer competitive salary, health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, tuition benefits, unlimited use of all college facilities, and we will cover all relocation costs. Please send résumé, names of three references and salary expectations to J.W. Bostic, Human Resources Director, Rosewood College, Norton IL 49870 How long does the college intend to pursue its development program?
A) For two years
B) This month or so
C) For many years to come
D) Throughout summer
E) This year
- 6. Director of Design and Construction
We are seeking an experienced individual to manage all phases of design and construction for a private undergraduate women’s college with a large endowment. This is a permanent position to oversee extensive renovations to begin this year, and to manage a long-range expansion program for facilities on a 1300-acre campus in a rural setting. New construction to include a 1-million square-foot athletic facility, 50 classrooms, and in the near future dormitories and additions to the library are also possible. Candidate must have 5+ years management experience in a design and construction setting. Job involves overseeing all design and construction work, hiring and evaluating staff, reporting on progress of current and future projects to the Board of Trustees, and managing budgets. Rosewood College is located in a peaceful and scenic setting in the foothills of the Greystone Mountains, 20 minutes from the town of Litchfield. We offer competitive salary, health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, tuition benefits, unlimited use of all college facilities, and we will cover all relocation costs. Please send résumé, names of three references and salary expectations to J.W. Bostic, Human Resources Director, Rosewood College, Norton IL 49870 Which of the following will the job NOT provide?
A) Furnished housing
B) Moving costs
C) Health insurance
D) Use of the facilites
E) High remuneration
- 7. Sari Industries 42 Park Road Colombo, Sri Lanka Dear Sirs: At the recent International Import Fair in Singapore we noticed your collection of beautiful textiles. We were impressed by the unique colors and designs. We believe the type of textiles you had on exhibit would work well with our line of women’s clothing, and we are interested in purchasing a quantity. Your representative was unable to give us an idea of when you expect to have these designs ready for export. Our designers will be in Colombo on the 15th of next month to choose materials for our summer line, to be exhibited in February of next year. I would like to have them meet with representatives of your company to select textiles and to arrange for ordering and delivery. I am hoping that you will have the material ready for export within the next few months. We will need sufficient quantities by early May in order to start our production process on time. If this seems feasible, please contact me so that we can set up a meeting for next month. We were impressed by the quality of material you exhibited at the fair and are excited about the prospect of incorporating it into our clothing designs. We look forward to establishing a relationship with your company. Sincerely yours, Robert Simon, GAP What does Mr. Simon want to purchase?
A) Textbooks
B) Cloth
C) Women's clothing
D) Clothes
E) Computer software
- 8. Sari Industries 42 Park Road Colombo, Sri Lanka Dear Sirs: At the recent International Import Fair in Singapore we noticed your collection of beautiful textiles. We were impressed by the unique colors and designs. We believe the type of textiles you had on exhibit would work well with our line of women’s clothing, and we are interested in purchasing a quantity. Your representative was unable to give us an idea of when you expect to have these designs ready for export. Our designers will be in Colombo on the 15th of next month to choose materials for our summer line, to be exhibited in February of next year. I would like to have them meet with representatives of your company to select textiles and to arrange for ordering and delivery. I am hoping that you will have the material ready for export within the next few months. We will need sufficient quantities by early May in order to start our production process on time. If this seems feasible, please contact me so that we can set up a meeting for next month. We were impressed by the quality of material you exhibited at the fair and are excited about the prospect of incorporating it into our clothing designs. We look forward to establishing a relationship with your company. Sincerely yours, Robert Simon, GAP Why is Mr. Simon eager to have the goods?
A) He appreciates quality
B) They come in large quantities
C) Payment terms are convincing
D) They are ready and he is in a hurry
E) The price is right
- 9. December, 27 ….. Sari Industries 42 Park Road Colombo, Sri Lanka Dear Sirs: At the recent International Import Fair in Singapore we noticed your collection of beautiful textiles. We were impressed by the unique colors and designs. We believe the type of textiles you had on exhibit would work well with our line of women’s clothing, and we are interested in purchasing a quantity. Your representative was unable to give us an idea of when you expect to have these designs ready for export. Our designers will be in Colombo on the 15th of next month to choose materials for our summer line, to be exhibited in February of next year. I would like to have them meet with representatives of your company to select textiles and to arrange for ordering and delivery. I am hoping that you will have the material ready for export within the next few months. We will need sufficient quantities by early May in order to start our production process on time. If this seems feasible, please contact me so that we can set up a meeting for next month. We were impressed by the quality of material you exhibited at the fair and are excited about the prospect of incorporating it into our clothing designs. We look forward to establishing a relationship with your company. Sincerely yours, Robert Simon, GAP In what month are the designers coming to Colombo?
A) March
B) April
C) January
D) February
E) December
- 10. Vocational Advisor Community College of Micronesia seeks qualified advisor to join our vocational education program’s advising team. Advisor must counsel students enrolled in a program serving 350 students each semester and offer support with studies, career counseling, and job placement opportunities. Knowledge of Micronesia in island economies is a plus. Applicant must hold a M.A. degree in counseling, education, or related field and have a minimum of two year’s counseling experience, preferably in a secondary or postsecondary education setting. We offer a competitive salary, housing allowance, paid vacation, health and life insurance, and professional development opportunities. Interested applicants should send résumé and names or three references to: Dr. Bill Tanaka Vocational Education Community College of Micronesia Colonia, Pohnpei 998723 Who would be the most qualified for this position?
A) A secondary school advisor
B) An economics instructor
C) A postraduate student
D) A psychotherapist
E) A clinical psychologist
- 11. The Robertson family had been at sea in their sailboat for a week. It would take them more than a month to reach their destination. Mr. and Mrs. Robertson enjoyed spending time with their three children- Neil, Douglas, and Sandy. One morning, the Robertsons sat down to eat breakgast. Suddenly, something hit the side of the boat. At first, no one knew what was happening, then Mr. Robertson saw a killer whale heading straight to the boat. The second hit was much worse than the first. Mr. Robertson saw a huge hole in the side of the boat. Water was rushing in. The Robertsons ad to abandon the boat. The anire family had to squeeze into a tiny rowboat. Before getting into the rowboat, Mr. Robertson grabbed as much food and water as he could. As the sun went down, the Robertsons wondered about their chances of staying alive. They had no radio. They were hundreds of miles from a shipping lane and 3,000 miles from their next port. They would not be missed for at least five weeks. The five members of the family were crowded together in the little boat for three weeks. Everyone knew thatt a sudden movement might cause the boat to tip over. No one moved without warning the others. Their two greatest problems were thirst and hunger. Because most of the food Mr. Robertson had saved was gone, they were always hungry. Also, their skin was raw from the gurning sun and the singing salty water. But as long as the rowboat could carry them, they could stay alive on the dangerous sea. During storms, they caught rain water with a rubber sheet. They filled all the cans they had with water. But each person drank only a little water each day. They did not know when another rain might come. By the time their food was gone, they had learned to catch fish with hooks of wire. Finally, after 22 days in the rowboat, a passing ship rescued the Robertsons. It was amazing that they had survived for three weeks in the ocean in a tiny rowboat. What happened to the Robertson´s sailboat?
A) The ship collapsed with an iceberg.
B) The ship got stuck in a coral reef.
C) The motor ran out of gas.
D) A killer whale hit the sailboat and caused it to sink.
E) A wave caused it to sink.
- 12. The Robertson family had been at sea in their sailboat for a week. It would take them more than a month to reach their destination. Mr. and Mrs. Robertson enjoyed spending time with their three children- Neil, Douglas, and Sandy. One morning, the Robertsons sat down to eat breakgast. Suddenly, something hit the side of the boat. At first, no one knew what was happening, then Mr. Robertson saw a killer whale heading straight to the boat. The second hit was much worse than the first. Mr. Robertson saw a huge hole in the side of the boat. Water was rushing in. The Robertsons ad to abandon the boat. The anire family had to squeeze into a tiny rowboat. Before getting into the rowboat, Mr. Robertson grammed as much food and water as he could. As the sun went down, the Robertsons wondered about their chances of staying alive. They had no radio. They were hundreds of miles from a shipping lane and 3,000 miles from their next port. They would not be missed for at least five weeks. The five members of the family were crouded together in the little boat for three weeks. Everyone knew taht a sudden movement might cause the boat to tip over. No one moved without warning the others. Their two greatest problems were thirst and hunger. Because most of the food Mr. Robertson had saved was gone, they were always hungry. Also, their skin was raw from the gurning sun and the singing salty water. But as long as the rowboat could carry them, they could stay alive on the dangerous sea. During storms, they caught rain water with a rubber sheet. They filled all the cans they had with water. But each person drank only a little water each day. They did not know when another rain might come. By the time their food was gone, they had learned to catch fish with hooks of wire. Finally, after 22 days in the rowboat, a passing ship rescued the Robertsons. It was amazing that they had survived for three weeks in the ocean in a tiny rowboat. hink about the challenges the Robertsons faced. Why do you think they survived?
A) They had a great Wi-Fi connection to signal SOS.
B) They had enough fat in their bodies to float in the ocean.
C) They knew how to fix sailboats.
D) They knew how to get food and drinking water.
E) They had enough food and water on the rowboat to last a month.
- 13. The Robertson family had been at sea in their sailboat for a week. It would take them more than a month to reach their destination. Mr. and Mrs. Robertson enjoyed spending time with their three children- Neil, Douglas, and Sandy. One morning, the Robertsons sat down to eat breakgast. Suddenly, something hit the side of the boat. At first, no one knew what was happening, then Mr. Robertson saw a killer whale heading straight to the boat. The second hit was much worse than the first. Mr. Robertson saw a huge hole in the side of the boat. Water was rushing in. The Robertsons ad to abandon the boat. The anire family had to squeeze into a tiny rowboat. Before getting into the rowboat, Mr. Robertson grammed as much food and water as he could. As the sun went down, the Robertsons wondered about their chances of staying alive. They had no radio. They were hundreds of miles from a shipping lane and 3,000 miles from their next port. They would not be missed for at least five weeks. The five members of the family were crouded together in the little boat for three weeks. Everyone knew taht a sudden movement might cause the boat to tip over. No one moved without warning the others. Their two greatest problems were thirst and hunger. Because most of the food Mr. Robertson had saved was gone, they were always hungry. Also, their skin was raw from the gurning sun and the singing salty water. But as long as the rowboat could carry them, they could stay alive on the dangerous sea. During storms, they caught rain water with a rubber sheet. They filled all the cans they had with water. But each person drank only a little water each day. They did not know when another rain might come. By the time their food was gone, they had learned to catch fish with hooks of wire. Finally, after 22 days in the rowboat, a passing ship rescued the Robertsons. It was amazing that they had survived for three weeks in the ocean in a tiny rowboat. Why do you think the Robertsons drank only rainy water?
A) Sea water is sugary.
B) Rain water is cheaper.
C) The salt in sea water can make people sick.
D) Sea water does not taste good.
E) Sea water is dirty.
- 14. This product comes with a full six-month warranty. For six months from the date of purchase, Kenwich Center will fix, without charge, defects in material or workmanship that arise during the normal operation of the calculator. However, this warranty does not apply to malfunctions due to bettery leakage or in cases where the product has been used for purposes other than those intended by the manufacturer. To obtain service under this warranty, the calculator, together with a receipt indicating date of purchase, must be returned to the dealer where it was purchased. Alternatively, the calculator can be returned directly to Kenwich Center. Use the postage-paid envelope that is included with the calculator. Enclose proof of date of purchase and a brief description of the defect or malfunction. Please allow six weeks for the product to be repaired and returned to the customer. For service warranties beyond the term of the normal six-month warranty, repair and replacement insurance may be purchased. Please see your dealer for details or contact the Kenwich Center Directly by phone at 1- 800-869-2145. Under which of the following circumnstances is this warranty NOT valid?
A) If action is taken within the first six months of purchase.
B) If the batteries leaked and caused the calculator malfunction.
C) If the calculator is returned to the dealer.
D) If the calculator is mailed directly to Kenwich Center.
E) None of all options.
- 15. This product comes with a full six-month warranty. For six months from the date of purchase, Kenwich Center will fix, without charge, defects in material or workmanship that arise during the normal operation of the calculator. However, this warranty does not apply to malfunctions due to bettery leakage or in cases where the product has been used for purposes other than those intended by the manufacturer. To obtain service under this warranty, the calculator, together with a receipt indicating date of purchase, must be returned to the dealer where it was purchased. Alternatively, the calculator can be returned directly to Kenwich Center. Use the postage-paid enveloope that is included with the calculator. Enclose prooof of date of purchase and a brief description of the defect or malfunction. Please allow six weeks for the product to be repaired and returned to the customer. For service warranties beyond the term of the normal six-month warranty, repair and replacement insurance may be purchased. Please see your dealer for details or contact the Kenwich Center Directly by phone at 800-869-2145. For Kenwich Center to honor its warranty, what must the purchaser do?
A) Pay the return postage
B) Show documentation of the purchase
C) Return the product personally
D) All of the options
E) Verify the cause of malfunction
- 16. GENERAL APPLICATION: Hold unit 6 to 8 inches from skin or clothing during application. Moisten surface slightly using a slow sweeping motion. There is no need to saturate. Apply arround cuffs or pants and shirts where bites could occur. TO APPLY TO FACE: First spray into palm of hand and spread on face and neck, except near eyes and mouth. Do not spray directly into face. In case product gets into eyes, flush repeateldy with water for 30 minutes. CAUTION: For use by children under adult supervision only. Not for use with children under two years of age. This product is harmful or fatal if swallowed. In case of accidental ingestion, do not induce vomiting. Give victim plenty of water and contact your local poison control center immediately. FLAMMABLE! Do not use near sparks, flame, or fire. Do not place on top of stove or radiator or where temperatures exceed 120o F. Do not expose treated areas until liquid has evaporated. What do the instructions probably refer to?
A) Face lotion
B) None of the options
C) Shaving cream
D) Insect spray
E) Spray starch
- 17. GENERAL APPLICATION: Hold unit 6 yo 8 inches from skin or clothing during application. Moisten surface slightly using a slow sweeping motion. There is no need to saturate. Apply arround cuffs or pants and shirts where bites could occur. TO APPLY TO FACE: First spray into palm of hand and spread on face and neck, except near eyes and mouth. Do not spray directly into face. In case product gets into eyes, flush repeateldy with water for 30 minutes. CAUTION: For use by children under adult supervision only. Not for use with children under two years of age. This product is harmful or fatal if swallowed. In case of accidental ingestion, do not induce vomiting. Give victim plenty of water and contact your local poison control center immediately. FLAMMABLE! Do not use near sparks, flame, or fire. Do not place on top of stove or radiator or where temperatures exceed 120o F. Do not expose treated areas until liquid has evaporated. Which of the following best describes the substance?
A) All of the options are correct.
B) It is applied manually.
C) It is medicinal.
D) It comes in powdered form.
E) It is flammable when wet.
- 18. ENERAL APPLICATION: Hold unit 6 yo 8 inches from skin or clothing during application. Moisten surface slightly using a slow sweeping motion. There is no need to saturate. Apply arround cuffs or pants and shirts where bites could occur. TO APPLY TO FACE: First spray into palm of hand and spread on face and neck, except near eyes and mouth. Do not spray directly into face. In case product gets into eyes, flush repeateldy with water for 30 minutes. CAUTION: For use by children under adult supervision only. Not for use with children under two years of age. This product is harmful or fatal if swallowed. In case of accidental ingestion, do not induce vomiting. Give victim plenty of water and contact your local poison control center immediately. FLAMMABLE! Do not use near sparks, flame, or fire. Do not place on top of stove or radiator or where temperatures exceed 120o F. Do not expose treated areas until liquid has evaporated. The word "victim" in the third section is closest in meaning to:
A) winner
B) celebrity
C) technician
D) sufferer
E) criminal
- 19. Antelopes are deerlike animals that live in the grassy plains of Eastern and southern Africa and in parts of Asia. Like deer, antelopes are herbivorous animals. They eat only grass, leaves, and fruit. All antelopes have two-toed hoofs and hollow horns. Some antelopes have spiral horns. Others have straight horns. Antelope horns are different from deer antlers. A deer sheds its antlers every year and grow new ones. Antelopes have permanent horns. There are more than 150 different kinds of antelopes. Most live in Africa. Antelopes range in size from the large eland to the tiny dik-dik. The eland may stand up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall at the shoulder. It may weigh up to 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms). The dik-dik is about two feet (61 centimeters) long, which is about the size of a jack rabbit. All antelopes run fast. They use speed to get away from their enemies. They can usually outrun wild dogs, cheetahs, leopards, and lions. Gazelles and impalas are two of the fastest and most light-footed antelopes. Gazelles are 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can run as fast as 60 miles (96 kilometers) per hour for short distances. Impalas are about 3 feet (90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can cover 30 feet (9 meters) in one leap. Today, certain types of antelopes are in danger of being wiped out. Cows graze on more and more land that was once used by wild animals. Also, hunters kill antelopes for meat. However, laws are being passed to make sure that antelopes survive. How do antelopes escape their enemies?
A) None of the options is correct.
B) They hide in the bushes.
C) They outrun them.
D) They backfire and attack.
E) They climb trees.
- 20. Antelopes are deerlike animals that live in the grassy plains of Eastern and southern Africa and in parts of Asia. Like deer, antelopes are herbivorous animals. They eat only grass, leaves, and fruit. All antelopes have two-toed hoofs and hollow horns. Some antelopes have spiral horns. Others have straight horns. Antelope horns are different from deer antlers. A deer sheds its antlers every year and grow new ones. Antelopes have permanent horns. There are more than 150 different kinds of antelopes. Most live in Africa. Antelopes range in size from the large eland to the tiny dik-dik. The eland may stand up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall at the shoulder. It may weigh up to 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms). The dik-dik is about two feet (61 centimeters) long, which is about the size of a jack rabbit. All antelopes run fast. They use speed to get away from their enemies. They can usually outrun wild dogs, cheetahs, leopards, and lions. Gazelles and impalas are two of the fastest and most light-footed antelopes. Gazelles are 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can run as fast as 60 miles (96 kilometers) per hour for short distances. Impalas are about 3 feet (90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can cover 30 feet (9 meters) in one leap. Today, certain types of antelopes are in danger of being wiped out. Cows graze on more and more land that was once used by wild animals. Also, hunters kill antelopes for meat. However, laws are being passed to make sure that antelopes survive. What kind of laws do you think could help protect antelopes?
A) Laws that stop hunters from killing wild animals.
B) Laws that allow land to be farmed.
C) Laws that promote deer reproduction.
D) Laws that increase animal hunt.
E) Laws that allow cows to graze on more land.
- 21. Antelopes are deerlike animals that live in the grassy plains of Eastern and southern Africa and in parts of Asia. Like deer, antelopes are herbivorous animals. They eat only grass, leaves, and fruit. All antelopes have two-toed hoofs and hollow horns. Some antelopes have spiral horns. Others have straight horns. Antelope horns are different from deer antlers. A deer sheds its antlers every year and grow new ones. Antelopes have permanent horns. There are more than 150 different kinds of antelopes. Most live in Africa. Antelopes range in size from the large eland to the tiny dik-dik. The eland may stand up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall at the shoulder. It may weigh up to 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms). The dik-dik is about two feet (61 centimeters) long, which is about the size of a jack rabbit. All antelopes run fast. They use speed to get away from their enemies. They can usually outrun wild dogs, cheetahs, leopards, and lions. Gazelles and impalas are two of the fastest and most light-footed antelopes. Gazelles are 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can run as fast as 60 miles (96 kilometers) per hour for short distances. Impalas are about 3 feet (90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. They can cover 30 feet (9 meters) in one leap. Today, certain types of antelopes are in danger of being wiped out. Cows graze on more and more land that was once used by wild animals. Also, hunters kill antelopes for meat. However, laws are being passed to make sure that antelopes survive. Which of the following statements is true?
A) Antelopes shed their horns every year.
B) Antelopes are cute animals.
C) Antelopes live in South America
D) All of the options are correct.
E) Antelopes use their speed to get away from their enemies.
- 22. The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, is one of nature`s most dazzling spectacles. When it appears, there is often a crackling sound coming from the sky. A huge, luminous arc lights up the night, and this arc is constantly in motion. Sometimes, the brilliant rays of light spread upward in the shape of a fan. At other times, they flash here and there like giant searchlights, or move up and down so suddenly that they have been called “the merry dancers”. Farther north the aurora frequently looks like fiery draperies which hang from the sky and sway to and from while flames of red, orange, green, and blue play up and down the moving folds. According to scientific measurements, this discharge of light takes place from 500 to 100 miles above the earth. But it doesn´t reach its greatest brilliance at the North Pole. It is seen at its best around the Hudson Bay region in Canada, Northern Scotland, and in southern Norway and Sweden. It may sometimes be seen even in the United States as it flashes across the northern sky. Science is still not certain regarding exactly what these lights are and what causes them. But it is believed that the rays are due to discharges of electricity in the rare upper atmosphere. The displays seem to center about the earth´s magnetic poles, and electrical and magnetic disturbances often occur when the lights are especially brilliant. QUESTION: The passage is about: _____
A) None of the options
B) A natural disaster
C) An architectural monument
D) A natural landform
E) A scientific phenomenon
- 23. The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, is one of nature`s most dazzling spectacles. When it appears, there is often a crackling sound coming from the sky. A huge, luminous arc lights up the night, and this arc is constantly in motion. Sometimes, the brilliant rays of light spread upward in the shape of a fan. At other times, they flash here and there like giant searchlights, or move up and down so suddenly that they have been called “the merry dancers”. Farther north the aurora frequently looks like fiery draperies which hang from the sky and sway to and from while flames of red, orange, green, and blue play up and down the moving folds. According to scientific measurements, this discharge of light takes place from 500 to 100 miles above the earth. But it doesn´t reach its greatest brilliance at the North Pole. It is seen at its best around the Hudson Bay region in Canada, Northern Scotland, and in southern Norway and Sweden. It may sometimes be seen even in the United States as it flashes across the northern sky. Science is still not certain regarding exactly what these lights are and what causes them. But it is believed that the rays are due to discharges of electricity in the rare upper atmosphere. The displays seem to center about the earth´s magnetic poles, and electrical and magnetic disturbances often occur when the lights are especially brilliant. QUESTION: This passage discusses the findings of: .....
A) inues
B) scientists
C) artists
D) northeners
E) teachers
- 24. The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, is one of nature`s most dazzling spectacles. When it appears, there is often a crackling sound coming from the sky. A huge, luminous arc lights up the night, and this arc is constantly in motion. Sometimes, the brilliant rays of light spread upward in the shape of a fan. At other times, they flash here and there like giant searchlights, or move up and down so suddenly that they have been called “the merry dancers”. Farther north the aurora frequently looks like fiery draperies which hang from the sky and sway to and from while flames of red, orange, green, and blue play up and down the moving folds. According to scientific measurements, this discharge of light takes place from 500 to 100 miles above the earth. But it doesn´t reach its greatest brilliance at the North Pole. It is seen at its best around the Hudson Bay region in Canada, Northern Scotland, and in southern Norway and Sweden. It may sometimes be seen even in the United States as it flashes across the northern sky. Science is still not certain regarding exactly what these lights are and what causes them. But it is believed that the rays are due to discharges of electricity in the rare upper atmosphere. The displays seem to center about the earth´s magnetic poles, and electrical and magnetic disturbances often occur when the lights are especially brilliant. QUESTION: In which part of the passage does the author discuss what the aurora borealis looks like? .....
A) Paragraph 1
B) Whole passage
C) Paragraph 3
D) Paragraph 2
E) Nowhere
- 25. The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, is one of nature`s most dazzling spectacles. When it appears, there is often a crackling sound coming from the sky. A huge, luminous arc lights up the night, and this arc is constantly in motion. Sometimes, the brilliant rays of light spread upward in the shape of a fan. At other times, they flash here and there like giant searchlights, or move up and down so suddenly that they have been called “the merry dancers”. Farther north the aurora frequently looks like fiery draperies which hang from the sky and sway to and from while flames of red, orange, green, and blue play up and down the moving folds. According to scientific measurements, this discharge of light takes place from 500 to 100 miles above the earth. But it doesn´t reach its greatest brilliance at the North Pole. It is seen at its best around the Hudson Bay region in Canada, Northern Scotland, and in southern Norway and Sweden. It may sometimes be seen even in the United States as it flashes across the northern sky. Science is still not certain regarding exactly what these lights are and what causes them. But it is believed that the rays are due to discharges of electricity in the rare upper atmosphere. The displays seem to center about the earth´s magnetic poles, and electrical and magnetic disturbances often occur when the lights are especially brilliant. QUESTION: Paragraph 2 mainly discusses northern lights in relation to their:.....
A) cause
B) size
C) location
D) none
E) color
- 26. The northern lights, or the aurora borealis, is one of nature`s most dazzling spectacles. When it appears, there is often a crackling sound coming from the sky. A huge, luminous arc lights up the night, and this arc is constantly in motion. Sometimes, the brilliant rays of light spread upward in the shape of a fan. At other times, they flash here and there like giant searchlights, or move up and down so suddenly that they have been called “the merry dancers”. Farther north the aurora frequently looks like fiery draperies which hang from the sky and sway to and from while flames of red, orange, green, and blue play up and down the moving folds. According to scientific measurements, this discharge of light takes place from 500 to 100 miles above the earth. But it doesn´t reach its greatest brilliance at the North Pole. It is seen at its best around the Hudson Bay region in Canada, Northern Scotland, and in southern Norway and Sweden. It may sometimes be seen even in the United States as it flashes across the northern sky. Science is still not certain regarding exactly what these lights are and what causes them. But it is believed that the rays are due to discharges of electricity in the rare upper atmosphere. The displays seem to center about the earth´s magnetic poles, and electrical and magnetic disturbances often occur when the lights are especially brilliant. QUESTION: From paragraph 3, we learn tha the cause of the northern lights is: .....
A) well established
B) uninvestigated
C) uncertain
D) beyond belief
E) all of the options
- 27. In marine habitats, a number of small creatures are involved in a "cleaning symbiosis". At least six species of small shrimp, frequently brightly colored, crawl over fish, picking off parasites and cleaning indjured areas. This is not an accidental occurrence, because fish are observed to congregate around these shrimp and stay motionless while being inspected. Several species of small fish (wrasses) are also cleaners, nearly all of them having appropriate adaptations such as long snouts, weezer-like teeth, and bright coloration. Conspicous coloration probably communicates that hese animals are not prey. QUESTION: What is the topic of this passage?
A) Cleaning habits of fish.
B) Marine life.
C) How certain sea creatures clean other fish.
D) Why fish need to be cleaned.
E) How fish are adapted to be cleaners.
- 28. In marine habitats, a number of small creatures are involved in a "cleaning symbiosis". At least six species of small shrimp, frequently brightly colored, crawl over fish, picking off parasites and cleaning indjured areas. This is not an accidental occurrence, because fish are observed to congregate around these shrimp and stay motionless while being inspected. Several species of small fish (wrasses) are also cleaners, nearly all of them having appropriate adaptations such as long snouts, weezer-like teeth, and bright coloration. Conspicous coloration probably communicates that hese animals are not prey. QUESTION: Which of the following statements does the passage support?
A) None of the options.
B) Some fish never need to be cleaned.
C) Clean fish are brightly colored.
D) Most fish clean each other at times.
E) Cleaning symbiosis is an important aspect of marine life.
- 29. In marine habitats, a number of small creatures are involved in a "cleaning symbiosis". At least six species of small shrimp, frequently brightly colored, crawl over fish, picking off parasites and cleaning indjured areas. This is not an accidental occurrence, because fish are observed to congregate around these shrimp and stay motionless while being inspected. Several species of small fish (wrasses) are also cleaners, nearly all of them having appropriate ADAPTATIONS such as long snouts, weezer-like teeth, and bright coloration. Conspicous coloration probably communicates that hese animals are not prey. QUESTION: The word "ADAPTATIONS" is closest in meaning to: .....
A) sensitivity
B) attractions
C) none of the options
D) equipment
E) modifications
- 30. In marine habitats, a number of small creatures are involved in a "cleaning symbiosis". At least six species of small shrimp, frequently brightly colored, crawl over fish, picking off parasites and cleaning indjured areas. This is not an accidental occurrence, because fish are observed to congregate around these shrimp and stay motionless while being inspected. Several species of small fish (wrasses) are also cleaners, nearly all of them having appropriate adaptations such as long snouts, weezer-like teeth, and bright coloration. Conspicous coloration probably communicates that hese animals are not prey. QUESTION: The word "CONSPICUOUS" is closest in meaning to:.....
A) dismal
B) discrete
C) unfortunate
D) noticeable
E) changing
- 31. Sometimes called puma, panther, or mountain lion, the agile cougar has a greater natural range than any other mammal in the Western Hemisphere except humans. However, long viewed as a threat to livestock, it has been intensively hunted since the arrival of European colonists to the Americas and was almost extinct by the early twentieth century. While protective measures have been implemented in the United States, humans continue to destroy the cougar´s habitat, further endangering this solitary cat. QUESTION: According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?
A) The cougar inhabits a small area of America.
B) The cougar lives easily with humans.
C) The cougar does not eat cattle.
D) The cougar is an endangered animal.
E) The cougar is extinct.
- 32. Coral reefs are to the seas what rain forests are to the land. Teeming with life, these ecosystems depend upon sunlight and an intricate relationship between plant and animal to survive. The brilliant blue of the Red Sea is an unexpected sight within the dry expanse of the Middle Eastern desert. Even more unexpected, however, is the myriad of colorful marine creatures which thrive in its shallow reefs and deep slopes. Half a world away in Australia´s Coral Sea, a pair of clownfish will find protection in the reef as they patiently guard their eggs until they hatch. Strangely enough, these fish are actually poor swimmers and seldom stray far from the protective cover provided by the sea anemones which dwell in their coral reef homes. Another colorful addition to coral reefs appears as a rose-like creation. It is actually a ribbon of thousands of tiny nudibranch eggs. Nudibranches are a variety of very colorful, strangely shaped gastropods which can be found in the world´s warm seas and which feed on sponges, hydroid polyps, sea anemones, moss animals or sea squirts. QUESTION: What is the topic of the passage?
A) Coral reefs
B) Rain Forests
C) Ecosystems of the world
D) Colorful fish
E) Nemo´s parents
- 33. Coral reefs are to the seas what rain forests are to the land. Teeming with life, these ecosystems depend upon sunlight and an intricate relationship between plant and animal to survive. The brilliant blue of the Red Sea is an unexpected sight within the dry expanse of the Middle Eastern desert. Even more unexpected, however, is the myriad of colorful marine creatures which thrive in its shallow reefs and deep slopes. Half a world away in Australia´s Coral Sea, a pair of clownfish will find protection in the reef as they patiently guard their eggs until they hatch. Strangely enough, these fish are actually poor swimmers and seldom stray far from the protective cover provided by the sea anemones which dwell in their coral reef homes. Another colorful addition to coral reefs appears as a rose-like creation. It is actually a ribbon of thousands of tiny nudibranch eggs. Nudibranches are a variety of very colorful, strangely shaped gastropods which can be found in the world´s warm seas and which feed on sponges, hydroid polyps, sea anemones, moss animals or sea squirts. QUESTION: According to the passage, all of the following statemens about coral reefs are true, EXCEPT:
A) Coral reefs provide an ecosystem to support fish and plant life.
B) Coral reefs develop in the deepest parts of the ocean.
C) Coral reefs are found in warm waters of the world
D) Coral reefs depend on the light of the sun.
E) Coral reefs are colorful..
- 34. Coral reefs are to the seas what rain forests are to the land. Teeming with life, these ecosystems depend upon sunlight and an intricate relationship between plant and animal to survive. The brilliant blue of the Red Sea is an unexpected sight within the dry expanse of the Middle Eastern desert. Even more unexpected, however, is the myriad of colorful marine creatures which thrive in its shallow reefs and deep slopes. Half a world away in Australia´s Coral Sea, a pair of clownfish will find protection in the reef as they patiently guard their eggs until they hatch. Strangely enough, these fish are actually poor swimmers and seldom STRAY far from the protective cover provided by the sea anemones which dwell in their coral reef homes. Another colorful addition to coral reefs appears as a rose-like creation. It is actually a ribbon of thousands of tiny nudibranch eggs. Nudibranches are a variety of very colorful, strangely shaped gastropods which can be found in the world´s warm seas and which feed on sponges, hydroid polyps, sea anemones, moss animals or sea squirts. QUESTION: The word "STRAY" is closest in meaning to: .....
A) live
B) reproduce
C) eat
D) wander
E) shop
- 35. The potato is probably one of the most important vegetable crops in the United States today. The potato´s original home is in the mountainous regions of South America, although it is referred to as the Irish potato. It was cultivated rather extensively by the Inca Indians of Peru as far back as 200 A.D. Early explorers after Columbus introduced the potato to Europe between 1532 and 1550. ///// Not until the potato was introduced to Ireland was it recognized for its great food value rather than as a curiosity, and by the 1600s it was cultivated extensively in that country. For approximately 250 years the potato was a major source of food in most of Europe. In fact the majority of the population Ireland depended on this crop for its existence. ///// When the late blight disease came from America into Ireland (1845-1847), it caused a national disaster. Destruction of the vines and decay of the tubers caused a complete loss of the crop nationwide. The result was the Irish famine in which thousands starved to death. ///// A colony of Presbyterian Irish who settled in New Hampshire introduced the potato to North America in 1719. Soon after the Irish famine, the potato gained importance in the United States. QUESTION: What is the purpose of this passage?
A) To inform us about the history of the potato.
B) To establish the food value of the potato.
C) To convince us of the value of the potato.
D) To compare agriculture in Ireland and in the United States.
E) To clarify that the potato came from South America.
- 36. The potato is probably one of the most important vegetable crops in the United States today. The potato´s original home is in the mountainous regions of South America, although it is referred to as the Irish potato. It was cultivated rather extensively by the Inca Indians of Peru as far back as 200 A.D. Early explorers after Columbus introduced the potato to Europe between 1532 and 1550. ///// Not until the potato was introduced to Ireland was it recognized for its great food value rather than as a curiosity, and by the 1600s it was cultivated extensively in that country. For approximately 250 years the potato was a major source of food in most of Europe. In fact the majority of the population Ireland depended on this crop for its existence. ///// When the late blight disease came from America into Ireland (1845-1847), it caused a national disaster. Destruction of the vines and decay of the tubers caused a complete loss of the crop nationwide. The result was the Irish famine in which thousands starved to death. ///// A colony of Presbyterian Irish who settled in New Hampshire introduced the potato to North America in 1719. Soon after the Irish famine, the potato gained importance in the United States. QUESTION: Which of the following best describes the organizational pattern of the passage?
A) A description of the use of potato.
B) A discussion of chronological events concerning the potato.
C) Random presentation of facts about the potato.
D) The potato transformation into fries and chips.
E) An explanation of the popularity of the potato as a crop.
- 37. The potato is probably one of the most important vegetable crops in the United States today. The potato´s original home is in the mountainous regions of South America, although it is referred to as the Irish potato. It was cultivated rather extensively by the Inca Indians of Peru as far back as 200 A.D. Early explorers after Columbus introduced the potato to Europe between 1532 and 1550. ///// Not until the potato was introduced to Ireland was it recognized for its great food value rather than as a curiosity, and by the 1600s it was cultivated extensively in that country. For approximately 250 years the potato was a major source of food in most of Europe. In fact the majority of the population Ireland depended on this crop for its existence. ///// When the late blight disease came from America into Ireland (1845-1847), it caused a national disaster. Destruction of the vines and decay of the tubers caused a complete loss of the crop nationwide. The result was the Irish famine in which thousands starved to death. ///// A colony of Presbyterian Irish who settled in New Hampshire introduced the potato to North America in 1719. Soon after the Irish famine, the potato gained importance in the United States. QUESTION: Why does the author mention the Irish famine in the passage?
A) To show how did the potato get to the United States.
B) To indicate the effect of vegetable diseases.
C) To illustrate the importance of the potato as a source of food.
D) To explain why potatos can make great chips and fries.
E) To familiarize the reader with the history of Ireland.
- 38. The potato is probably one of the most important vegetable crops in the United States today. The potato´s original home is in the mountainous regions of South America, although it is referred to as the Irish potato. It was cultivated rather extensively by the Inca Indians of Peru as far back as 200 A.D. Early explorers after Columbus introduced the potato to Europe between 1532 and 1550. ///// Not until the potato was introduced to Ireland was it recognized for its great food value rather than as a CURIOSITY, and by the 1600s it was cultivated extensively in that country. For approximately 250 years the potato was a major source of food in most of Europe. In fact the majority of the population Ireland depended on this crop for its existence. ///// When the late blight disease came from America into Ireland (1845-1847), it caused a national disaster. Destruction of the vines and decay of the tubers caused a complete loss of the crop nationwide. The result was the Irish famine in which thousands starved to death. ///// A colony of Presbyterian Irish who settled in New Hampshire introduced the potato to North America in 1719. Soon after the Irish famine, the potato gained importance in the United States. QUESTION: What does he word CURIOSITY mean in the passage?
A) surplus
B) medicine
C) liability
D) novelty
E) food
- 39. Today, going to the beach is not as simple as it used to be. Our shorelines are becoming an environmentalist´s nightmare - and a threat to the swimmers too. How can you decide if a beach is clean? One place to look for help is the local health department of a coastal community. It often monitors chemical and bacterial levels in water which are usually undetectable to the naked eye. Also, consider the amount and type of beach debris. Although there´s no evidence linking debris with water pollution that could harm humans, thousands of marine animals die every year after eating or becoming tangled in plastic six-pack containers, fishnet, and other synthetic matter. Plastics on the beach mean you may find dead marine life in the water. QUESTION: What is the topic of this passage?
A) Life in the ocean
B) Dead marine life
C) Water pollution
D) Deciding if a beach is clean
E) Beaches
- 40. Today, going to the beach is not as simple as it used to be. Our shorelines are becoming an environmentalist´s nightmare - and a threat to the swimmers too. How can you decide if a beach is clean? One place to look for help is the local health department of a coastal community. It often monitors chemical and bacterial levels in water which are usually undetectable to the naked eye. Also, consider the amount and type of beach debris. Although there´s no evidence linking debris with water pollution that could harm humans, thousands of marine animals die every year after eating or becoming tangled in plastic six-pack containers, fishnet, and other synthetic matter. Plastics on the beach mean you may find dead marine life in the water. QUESTION: Which of the following statements does the passage support?
A) The country´s shores are in environmental danger.
B) Beaches are considered clean if there is no plastic waste on the shores.
C) None of the options.
D) It is the job of the local health department to keep the beaches clean.
E) A major health threat to swimmers is beach debris.
- 41. Today, going to the beach is not as simple as it used to be. Our shorelines are becoming an environmentalist´s nightmare - and a threat to the swimmers too. How can you decide if a beach is clean? One place to look for help is the local health department of a coastal community. It often monitors chemical and bacterial levels in water which are usually undetectable to the naked eye. Also, consider the amount and type of beach DEBRIS. Although there´s no evidence linking DEBRIS with water pollution that could harm humans, thousands of marine animals die every year after eating or becoming tangled in plastic six-pack containers, fishnet, and other synthetic matter. Plastics on the beach mean you may find dead marine life in the water. QUESTION: The word DEBRIS is closest in meaning to: .....
A) fish
B) waste
C) shells
D) entertainment
E) personnel
- 42. Today, going to the beach is not as simple as it used to be. Our shorelines are becoming an environmentalist´s nightmare - and a threat to the swimmers too. How can you decide if a beach is clean? One place to look for help is the local health department of a coastal community. It often monitors chemical and bacterial levels in water which are usually undetectable to the naked eye. Also, consider the amount and type of beach debris. Although there´s no evidence linking debris with water pollution that could harm humans, thousands of marine animals die every year after eating or becoming tangled in plastic six-pack containers, fishnet, and other synthetic matter. Plastics on the beach mean you may find dead marine life in the water. QUESTION: The main purpose of this passage is to: .....
A) present suggestions for determining the condition of the beach.
B) publicize the condition of beaches today.
C) give an account of the danger of beach debris to marine animals.
D) suggest methods of detecting bacterial levels in the water.
E) all of the options.
- 43. Today, going to the beach is not as simple as it used to be. Our shorelines are becoming an environmentalist´s nightmare - and a threat to the swimmers too. How can you decide if a beach is clean? One place to look for help is the local health department of a coastal community. It often monitors chemical and bacterial levels in water which are usually undetectable to the naked eye. Also, consider the amount and type of beach debris. Although there´s no evidence linking debris with water pollution that could harm humans, thousands of marine animals die every year after eating or becoming tangled in plastic six-pack containers, fishnet, and other synthetic matter. Plastics on the beach mean you may find dead marine life in the water. QUESTION: The audience for this passage would most likely be: .....
A) potential beach-goers
B) enviornmentalists
C) health department officials
D) tax accountants
E) microbiologists
- 44. The grizzly bear is one of the largest North American brown bears. In the Rocky Mountains, frosted long hairs on the shoulders give this brown bear a “grizzled appearance, and thus the name grizzly bear. Though classed with the carnivores, the grizzly bear is largely vegetarian and rarely eats flesh. During the summer these bears are avid fishers, and comb the waters of mountain streams and rivers to catch salmon swimming upstream./// Even though the name refers to the bear´s appearance rather than to its temper, in can be an imposing and even terrifying beast. Tragic confrontations between people and the grizzly have led to its reputation as an animal to be feared and even destroyed. The grizzly plays a big role in the legends of the North American pioneer, and today visitors to national parks must be CAUTIOUS when they enter the grizzly´s habitat. The grizzly bear is an animal best observed from afar. Cohabitation with mankind is not in its nature. QUESTION: What is the topic of this passage?
A) bears
B) habitats of bears
C) pandas
D) how bears catch fish
E) Grizzly bears
- 45. The grizzly bear is one of the largest North American brown bears. In the Rocky Mountains, frosted long hairs on the shoulders give this brown bear a “grizzled appearance, and thus the name grizzly bear. Though classed with the carnivores, the grizzly bear is largely vegetarian and rarely eats flesh. During the summer these bears are avid fishers, and comb the waters of mountain streams and rivers to catch salmon swimming upstream./// Even though the name refers to the bear´s appearance rather than to its temper, in can be an imposing and even terrifying beast. Tragic confrontations between people and the grizzly have led to its reputation as an animal to be feared and even destroyed. The grizzly plays a big role in the legends of the North American pioneer, and today visitors to national parks must be CAUTIOUS when they enter the grizzly´s habitat. The grizzly bear is an animal best observed from afar. Cohabitation with mankind is not in its nature. QUESTION: The word “cautious” is closest in meaning to …
A) armed
B) corageous
C) scary
D) wary
E) quiet
- 46. The grizzly bear is one of the largest North American brown bears. In the Rocky Mountains, frosted long hairs on the shoulders give this brown bear a “grizzled appearance, and thus the name grizzly bear. Though classed with the carnivores, the grizzly bear is largely vegetarian and rarely eats flesh. During the summer these bears are avid fishers, and comb the waters of mountain streams and rivers to catch salmon swimming upstream./// Even though the name refers to the bear´s appearance rather than to its temper, in can be an imposing and even terrifying beast. Tragic confrontations between people and the grizzly have led to its reputation as an animal to be feared and even destroyed. The grizzly plays a big role in the legends of the North American pioneer, and today visitors to national parks must be CAUTIOUS when they enter the grizzly´s habitat. The grizzly bear is an animal best observed from afar. Cohabitation with mankind is not in its nature. QUESTION:Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A) Grizzly bears can be dangerous and should be respected by humans.
B) Grizzly bears should be destroyed.
C) The grizzly bear is named for its vicious nature.
D) Black bears versus pandas
E) Grizzly bears eat mainly meat or flesh of other animals.
- 47. The grizzly bear is one of the largest North American brown bears. In the Rocky Mountains, frosted long hairs on the shoulders give this brown bear a “grizzled appearance, and thus the name grizzly bear. Though classed with the carnivores, the grizzly bear is largely vegetarian and rarely eats flesh. During the summer these bears are avid fishers, and comb the waters of mountain streams and rivers to catch salmon swimming upstream./// Even though the name refers to the bear´s appearance rather than to its temper, in can be an imposing and even terrifying beast. Tragic confrontations between people and the grizzly have led to its reputation as an animal to be feared and even destroyed. The grizzly plays a big role in the legends of the North American pioneer, and today visitors to national parks must be CAUTIOUS when they enter the grizzly´s habitat. The grizzly bear is an animal best observed from afar. Cohabitation with mankind is not in its nature. QUESTION: Which is the author´s main purpose according to the passage?
A) To entertain readers sharing anecdotes about the grizzly bear.
B) To scare readers about the grizzly bear.
C) To inform readers about the grizzly bear.
D) To warn tourists in national parks about grizzly bears.
E) To describe the grizzly´s habitat.
- 48. Money is an international commodity that moves across continents almost as fast as it moves across the street. One of the things that lures money across international borders is the rate of interest. If interest rates are higher abroad than at home, American businesses and investors will move their money out of the USA and into countries with higher interest rates. When domestic interest rates are higher, the flow of money will reverse. /// This international money flows are another constraint on monetary policy. Suppose the federal government wants to slow the economy by limiting money-supply growth. Such tight-money policies will tend to raise interest rates in the USA. A higher interest rate is supposed to curb domestic investment and consumer spending. But those higher U.S. interest rates will also be an attraction for foreign money. People holding dollars abroad will want to move more money to the United States, where it can earn higher interest rates. Foreigners will also want to exchange their currencies for dollars, again in order to earn higher interest rates. /// As international money flows into the United States, the money supply will expand more quickly than the government desired. This will frustrate the government´s policy objectives and may force it to tighten the money supply even more. Capital inflows will also tend to increase the international value of the dollar, making it more difficult to sell US exports. In sum, the internationalization of money is one more problem the federal government has to worry about when it conducts monetary policies. QUESTION: This passage mainly discusses:...
A) U.S. banking
B) interest rates for foreign investors
C) different types of currency
D) international politics
E) international money and monetary policy
- 49. Money is an international commodity that moves across continents almost as fast as it moves across the street. One of the things that lures money across international borders is the rate of interest. If interest rates are higher abroad than at home, American businesses and investors will move their money out of the USA and into countries with higher interest rates. When domestic interest rates are higher, the flow of money will reverse. /// This international money flows are another constraint on monetary policy. Suppose the federal government wants to slow the economy by limiting money-supply growth. Such tight-money policies will tend to raise interest rates in the USA. A higher interest rate is supposed to curb domestic investment and consumer spending. But those higher U.S. interest rates will also be an attraction for foreign money. People holding dollars abroad will want to move more money to the United States, where it can earn higher interest rates. Foreigners will also want to exchange their currencies for dollars, again in order to earn higher interest rates. /// As international money flows into the United States, the money supply will expand more quickly than the government desired. This will frustrate the government´s policy objectives and may force it to tighten the money supply even more. Capital inflows will also tend to increase the international value of the dollar, making it more difficult to sell US exports. In sum, the internationalization of money is one more problem the federal government has to worry about when it conducts monetary policies. QUESTION: The main idea of the passage is that .....
A) U.S. dollars are valuable all over the world
B) The Fed controls the international money market
C) money is an international commodity
D) interest rates determine the flow of international money
E) internationalization of money will affect moneetary policy
- 50. Money is an international commodity that moves across continents almost as fast as it moves across the street. One of the things that lures money across international borders is the rate of interest. If interest rates are higher abroad than at home, American businesses and investors will move their money out of the USA and into countries with higher interest rates. When domestic interest rates are higher, the flow of money will reverse. /// This international money flows are another CONSTRAIN ON monetary policy. Suppose the federal government wants to slow the economy by limiting money-supply growth. Such tight-money policies will tend to raise interest rates in the USA. A higher interest rate is supposed to curb domestic investment and consumer spending. But those higher U.S. interest rates will also be an attraction for foreign money. People holding dollars abroad will want to move more money to the United States, where it can earn higher interest rates. Foreigners will also want to exchange their currencies for dollars, again in order to earn higher interest rates. /// As international money flows into the United States, the money supply will expand more quickly than the government desired. This will frustrate the government´s policy objectives and may force it to tighten the money supply even more. Capital inflows will also tend to increase the international value of the dollar, making it more difficult to sell US exports. In sum, the internationalization of money is one more problem the federal government has to worry about when it conducts monetary policies. QUESTION: The phrase "constraint on" is closest in meaning to: ...
A) witness to
B) increase for
C) example of
D) advantage of
E) restriction on
- 51. Money is an international commodity that moves across continents almost as fast as it moves across the street. One of the things that lures money across international borders is the rate of interest. If interest rates are higher abroad than at home, American businesses and investors will move their money out of the USA and into countries with higher interest rates. When domestic interest rates are higher, the flow of money will reverse. /// This international money flows are another constraint on monetary policy. Suppose the federal government wants to slow the economy by limiting money-supply growth. Such tight-money policies will tend to raise interest rates in the USA. A higher interest rate is supposed to curb domestic investment and consumer spending. But those higher U.S. interest rates will also be an attraction for foreign money. People holding dollars abroad will want to move more money to the United States, where it can earn higher interest rates. Foreigners will also want to exchange their currencies for dollars, again in order to earn higher interest rates. /// As international money flows into the United States, the money supply will expand more quickly than the government desired. This will frustrate the government´s policy objectives and may force it to tighten the money supply even more. Capital inflows will also tend to increase the international value of the dollar, making it more difficult to sell US exports. In sum, the internationalization of money is one more problem the federal government has to worry about when it conducts monetary policies. QUESTION: What is the purpose of the passage?
A) To argue for lower interest rates internationally
B) To gain support for the federal government
C) To discourage foreign investment
D) to encourage foreign investment
E) To discuss the effect of the flow of international money
- 52. Money is an international commodity that moves across continents almost as fast as it moves across the street. One of the things that lures money across international borders is the rate of interest. If interest rates are higher abroad than at home, American businesses and investors will move their money out of the USA and into countries with higher interest rates. When domestic interest rates are higher, the flow of money will reverse. /// This international money flows are another constraint on monetary policy. Suppose the federal government wants to slow the economy by limiting money-supply growth. Such tight-money policies will tend to raise interest rates in the USA. A higher interest rate is supposed to curb domestic investment and consumer spending. But those higher U.S. interest rates will also be an attraction for foreign money. People holding dollars abroad will want to move more money to the United States, where it can earn higher interest rates. Foreigners will also want to exchange their currencies for dollars, again in order to earn higher interest rates. /// As international money flows into the United States, the money supply will expand more quickly than the government desired. This will frustrate the government´s policy objectives and may force it to tighten the money supply even more. Capital inflows will also tend to increase the international value of the dollar, making it more difficult to sell US exports. In sum, the internationalization of money is one more problem the federal government has to worry about when it conducts monetary policies. QUESTION: Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A) An encouragement for monetary policy
B) An explanation of an issue in monetary policy
C) A classification of monetary policies
D) A response to a proposal for a change in monetary policy
E) A criticism of current monetary policy
- 53. Throughout the year, chimpanzee food is quite varied, but it is mainly vegetable material. At times, however, the Gombe Park is loaded with insects – termites, ants, caterpillars – and the chimpanzees will eat huge amounts of them. The chimpanzees´ remarkable behavior appears when they gather termites. According to Suzuki and van Lawick-Goodall, when chimpanzees see that termites have pushed open THEIR tunnels in the surface, they will go off to find a suitable termiting tool. It may look simple, but the job takes skill and patience. QUESTION: The word “their” in all capital letters, refers to:
A) the chimpanzees
B) the readers
C) the tunnels
D) Suzuky and van Lawik-Goodall
E) the termites
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