Interpretation
Passage:
Many scientists agree that bee populations are in decline due to pesticide use and habitat loss.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the sentence?
A. To argue for stricter environmental regulations
B. To describe a scientific consensus
C. To present a solution to a problem
D. To compare two scientific viewpoints
B. To describe a scientific consensus
'You knew the deadline was approaching, yet you said nothing. The reminders were sent, the schedule was clear, and still—silence. Now the team is left scrambling, and the consequences fall on all of us, not just you.'
The tone of the passage is best described as A) passive B) inspiring C) hateful D) accusatory
D) accusatory
The Runway to Civil Rights [12] (Because it does) mark a kind of leap forward for civil rights, the end of the Civil War was by no means the end of cruel treatment toward African Americans in the United States. In 1896, the US Supreme Court ruled in favor of the practice of what was called “separate but equal” treatment for the races in the United States.
12- A) NO CHANGE B) It does C) While it does D) Really, it does
C) While it does
The survey revealed that 75% of participants preferred remote work to commuting daily.
What conclusion is best supported by the survey?
A. Commuting is faster than remote work
B. Most participants favored working from home
C. All participants disliked commuting
D. The survey was biased toward remote workers
B. Most participants favored working from home
“Climate is what you expect; weather is what you get.”
What distinction is made in the quote?
A. All weather is unpredictable
B. Climate refers to long-term patterns
C. Weather is more reliable than climate
D. Weather and climate are identical
B. Climate refers to long-term patterns
"Although the book was initially dismissed by critics, it has since been recognized as a literary classic."
What does the author suggest about the book’s reception over time?
A. It has remained unpopular
B. It is still considered flawed
C. It has gained appreciation
D. It was misunderstood due to its genre
C. It has gained appreciation
'Across the beach were inestimable shells, scattered among washed-up kelp and fragments of plastics, wood, and other odd materials.'
As used above, "inestimable" most nearly means A) worthy B) infinite C) respectful D) desirable
B) infinite
[12] Because it does mark a kind of leap forward for civil rights, the end of the Civil War was by no means the end of cruel treatment toward African Americans in the United States. In 1896, the US Supreme Court ruled in favor of the practice of what was called “separate but equal” treatment for the races in the United States. [13] The fact of the matter was that things were separate but certainly not equal. African Americans were no longer enslaved, but they were still treated like second-class citizens. Even the anti-lynching laws, which [14] punish the mob killings of African Americans that had been rampant and unpunished since the 1860’s, did not appear until the 1940’s.
13 - Which of the following would provide the most detailed support for the claim made in the previous sentence? A) The case started in Louisiana and went all the way to the Supreme Court! B) The ruling was not to be overturned until Brown v Board of Education in 1954. C) The defendant in the case was Homer Plessy, who was considered "black" because he had one African-American great grandparent. D) Train cars, bathrooms, hotels, even water fountains were marked "White" and "Colored."
D) Train cars, bathrooms, hotels, even water fountains were marked "White" and "Colored."
Historians have long debated whether Cleopatra was more of a shrewd politician or a romantic figure.
What is the focus of the historical debate?
A. Whether Cleopatra ruled well
B. Cleopatra’s primary legacy
C. The decline of Egyptian power
D. Cleopatra’s shrewdness and its cause
B. Cleopatra’s primary legacy
The author uses rhetorical questions to challenge the audience’s assumptions.
What is the author’s likely purpose for using rhetorical questions?
A. To confuse the reader
B. To strengthen a claim
C. To explain technical terms
D. To summarize research
B. To strengthen a claim
The data show a steady increase in electric vehicle sales over the past five years, but the same does not apply for public electric charging station usage.
What does the data most strongly suggest?
A. Electric vehicles are becoming less affordable
B. Consumer interest in electric vehicles is rising
C. Gas-powered vehicles are being banned
D. The government is discouraging electric vehicles
B. Consumer interest in electric vehicles is rising
At the time of the church document’s writing, Texas remained firmly under the jurisdiction of the Mexican government, which expected settlers in the region—many of whom had emigrated from the United States—to obey its laws and customs. The authors of the document, while expressing grievances, did not challenge Mexico’s ultimate authority over the territory, instead appealing to the government for reforms and a redress of their concerns.
The passage most strongly suggests that authors of the document and the Mexican government share which of the following assumptions?
A) The state of Texas is under the rule of the Mexican government.
B) Compromise is necessary in order to repair the mistrust created by each side's actions.
C) The creation and maintenance of a Federal Republican Constitution is the best way in which to ensure everyone's rights are guaranteed.
D) The importance of the federal government and the priesthood cannot be overstated.
A) The state of Texas is under the rule of the Mexican government.
For the early part of the twentieth century, another manifestation of this legal segregation was in the military. Black and white men could not serve in the same companies, and [15] in particular they were barred from assuming certain military positions. For example, during World War I, [16] (sometimes called "The Great War,") there was not a single African American pilot in the entire air force. Which of the following best maintains the focus of this sentence? A)
16 - NO CHANGE B) a war fought in large part in the air, C) which the US joined kind of late, D) during which President Woodrow Wilson declared war on Germany,
A) NO CHANGE
In the experiment, the plants exposed to music grew taller than those in silence.
What inference is best supported by the experiment?
A. Music harms plant growth
B. Silence is ideal for plants
C. Music may enhance growth
D. All plants prefer sound
C. Music may enhance growth
Heather's tone was cool and detached, even as the courtroom grew tense.
What does the author’s description suggest about Heather's demeanor?
A. She was timorous
B. She remained poised
C. She was bewildered
D. She appeared evocative
B. She remained poised
“Art is not a mirror held up to reality but a hammer with which to shape it.” — Bertolt Brecht
Which idea is most supported by this quote?
A. Art reflects the real world
B. Art is a kind of 'real decoration'
C. Art can be a tool for change
D. Art should avoid controversy
C. Art can be a tool for change
Though initially presenting himself as a champion of constitutional reform, Santa Anna quickly abandoned such ideals when they no longer suited his aims. His leadership was marked by rigid centralization and a refusal to entertain regional concerns, particularly those voiced by Texan settlers. Rather than seek compromise, he consolidated power and dismissed opposition, insisting that uniformity across the nation was paramount—even at the cost of rising unrest.
The position General Santa Anna takes is best described as that of A) a democratically appointed leader of an unstable nation. B) a strong and fearless leader of an army. C) an uncompromising ruler. D) a bloodthirsty dictator.
D) an uncompromising ruler.
The bravery of the Tuskegee Airmen and others brought the humanity and patriotism of African Americans to [19] (our) attention. Even though white Americans should've been much more welcoming much earlier, the Tuskegee Airmen overwhelmed prejudice and led to some real changes.
19 - A) NO CHANGE B) the nation's C) the national people's D) people's
B) the nation's
Despite low ticket sales, the director released the sequel, believing in the story’s potential.
What does the director’s action suggest?
A. He wanted to avoid criticism
B. He hoped to profit quickly
C. He had confidence in the story
D. He was pressured by fans
C. He had confidence in the story
Researchers found that sleep-deprived teens made more risky decisions in simulations.
Which conclusion is best supported by the research?
A. Teens make better choices when tired
B. Risk-taking decreases with less sleep
C. Sleep deprivation impairs judgment
D. Simulations are not realistic
C. Sleep deprivation impairs judgment
Some biologists argue that urban green spaces play a crucial role in sustaining bird populations.
What claim does the author make?
A. Green spaces increase pollution
B. Cities are harmful to all species
C. Birds thrive only in rural areas
D. Green areas help urban birds survive
D. Green areas help urban birds survive
The convention featured many poster sessions, classes, and meetings.
As used above, "convention" most nearly means A) trend B) habit C) conference D) contract
C) conference
The Civil Rights decade - the era of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X - is really considered the 1960's. However, that era would not have been possible without the bravery of African American soldiers who fought valiantly in World War II. Radio comedian Jack Benny spoke for many Americans when he said, "When the black man's fight for equal rights and fair play became an issue after the war. I would no longer allow Rochester - a black character on his show - to say or do anything that an audience would consider degrading to the dignity of a modern Afro-American. The bravery of the Tuskegee Airmen and others brought the humanity and patriotism of African Americans to our attention. Even though white Americans should've been much more welcoming much earlier, [20] (the Tuskegee Airmen overwhelmed prejudice and led to some real changes.)
20 - Which of the following would best conclude this paragraph by restating its main idea? A) NO CHANGE B) the Tuskegee Airmen fought hard whether anyone knew it or not. C) the military is now integrated, and it has been for a while. D) prejudice still exists in many forms in the United States today.
A) NO CHANGE
Recent studies indicate that mindfulness training improves focus and reduces stress in students.
What is the likely benefit of mindfulness training, according to the passage?
A. It guarantees academic success
B. It prevents sleep disorders
C. It boosts focus and lowers stress
D. It replaces the need for therapy
C. It boosts focus and lowers stress
“Of all the inventions of the 20th century, the internet has perhaps been the most transformative.”
What does the author imply about the internet?
A. It caused many problems
B. It’s less useful than other tools
C. It greatly changed society
D. It was not truly invented
C. It greatly changed society