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Which excerpt from "How Should One Read a Book?” best states the author’s purpose?

A
Most commonly we come to books with blurred and divided minds, asking of fiction that it shall be true, of poetry that it shall be false, of biography that it shall be flattering, of history that it shall enforce our own prejudices.
B
But if you open your mind as widely as possible, then signs and hints of almost imperceptible fineness, from the twist and turn of the first sentences, will bring you into the presence of a human being unlike any other.
C
Thus to go from one great novelist to another—from Jane Austen to Hardy, from Peacock to Trollope, from Scott to Meredith—is to be wrenched and uprooted; to be thrown this way and then that.
D
But a glance at the heterogeneous company on the shelf will show you that writers are very seldom “great artists”; far more often a book makes no claim to be a work of art at all.
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Read the passage from "Physicians and Surgeons.”EducationMost applicants to medical school have at least a bachelor's degree, and many have advanced degrees. Although no specific major is required, all students must complete undergraduate work in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and English. Students also take courses in the humanities and social sciences. Some students volunteer at local hospitals or clinics to gain experience in a healthcare setting.

A
She should take science courses and do extracurricular science activities.
B
She should study a variety of disciplines and do healthcare volunteer work.
C
She should round out her schedule by adding several liberal arts classes.
D
She should obtain a job working in the healthcare industry after school.
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A
compassion
B
leadership skills
C
patience
D
physical stamina
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Read the subheadings from "Physicians and Surgeons.”Important QualitiesCommunication skills.Compassion.Detail oriented.Dexterity.Leadership skills.Organizational skills.Patience.Physical stamina.Problem-solving skills.

A
focusing mainly on developing strong mental abilities.
B
having great sympathy and understanding for patients.
C
having a blend of physical, mental, and emotional skills.
D
developing physical coordination, endurance, and strength.
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Read a list of the headings from "Physicians and Surgeons.”How to Become a Physician or a SurgeonImportant QualitiesTrainingLicenses, Certifications, and Registrations

A
How to Become a Physician or a Surgeon
B
Important Qualities
C
Training
D
Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
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According to "How to Think Like a Researcher," a chapter from How to Find Out Anything, one should begin research by asking answerable questions rather than open-ended questions. Based on the guidelines in the text, which is an appropriate research question?

A
Which state has the most days of nice weather in a year?
B
Is a year-round school calendar a better option for students?
C
What is the most difficult thing about taking a trip abroad?
D
What is the average income of a dentist in the United States?
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Which career cluster is the job of Elementary School Principal most likely a part of?

A
the Health Science cluster
B
the Finances cluster
C
the Government and Public Administration cluster
D
the Education and Training cluster
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Read the sentence.A decision was reached by scientists about when the experiment would begin.Which revision changes the sentence so that it uses the active voice?

A
Before the experiment by scientists, a decision was reached.
B
Scientists reached a decision about when to begin the experiment.
C
A decision was reached with scientists about beginning the experiment.
D
The beginning of the experiment is a decision that was reached by scientists.
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Look at the informational text.

Question illustration
A
how the railway companies helped those in need
B
how railways dealt with people riding the trains without paying
C
how railway profits suffered during the Great Depression
D
how much the railway companies charged customers
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Which sentence contains a split infinitive?

A
It is important to wear plenty of sunscreen at an outdoor swim meet.
B
The coach tells the swimmers how to improve their performance.
C
Parents drive to the local swim club so they can watch the competition.
D
Swimmers must be sure to completely follow all of the team guidelines.
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What are the three main purposes for writing?

A
to inform
B
to persuade
C
to impress
D
to entertain
E
to prevent
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Read the paragraph.The process is simple, but the results could be extraordinary. Fill out an application at Lakeside Park today. Working as a park monitor will provide hours of fun in the sun this summer and a glimpse of a career in forestry. Full- and part-time jobs are now available. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy life at the lake. Seize this opportunity now!

A
to entertain readers with an anecdote about working at a park
B
to inform readers about the responsibilities of a park monitor
C
to inform readers about careers in the forestry industry
D
to persuade readers to apply for employment at the park
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Which sentence uses passive voice?

A
We arrived early for our annual dental check-ups.
B
Dr. Gomez greeted us warmly and took X-rays.
C
Calm music played quietly in the dentist’s office.
D
We were given new toothbrushes by the hygienist.
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Read the chart from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."

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A
education
B
communication
C
engineering
D
business
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Which are common elements found in procedural texts? Check all that apply.

A
list of necessary materials
B
a place for comments
C
a section of definitions
D
a page of success stories
E
a series of steps
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Read the paragraph.North Run High School hosts a wide variety of clubs. Some clubs are academic, such as the debate club, foreign-language clubs, and the chess team. Other clubs are service-oriented, such as the Key Club. The most popular club at North Run is the Future Business Leaders of America, which boasts 165 members.

A
to persuade readers to join a high school club
B
to persuade readers that the business club is the best
C
to inform readers about North Run’s club offerings
D
to entertain readers with a story about club activities
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Select 3 options.Writers should avoid splitting an infinitive when

A
the sentence is already clear.
B
it sounds awkward to split the infinitive.
C
using one makes the sentence stronger.
D
doing so is necessary to avoid confusion.
E
too much information is inserted between the two parts of the infinitive.
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Which are examples of a person changing careers? Check all that apply.

A
a home insurance salesman decides to start selling home warranties instead
B
a farmer decides to start practicing real estate and selling local land
C
a biology teacher moves to teach the elective cooking classes for that school year
D
a factory worker who manufactures linens moves to a new factory that manufactures pencils
E
a crab fisherman decides to start a business maintaining local boats
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Read the table of contents.The Traveler’s Guide to JapanTable of Contents1. Japan’s History: Then and Now…………..32. Itineraries for Must-See Cities…………..273. Getting Around…………………………...464. Basic Greetings………………………….635. Traveling on a Budget……………………89

A
Chapter 2: Itineraries for Must-See Cities
B
Chapter 3: Getting Around
C
Chapter 4: Basic Greetings
D
Chapter 5: Traveling on a Budget
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Read the sentence.Someone sang a solo during the holiday concert.The best reason to revise this sentence using the passive voice is that

A
the name of the singer is unknown.
B
the kind of song being performed is unknown.
C
the length of the concert is unknown.
D
the type of holiday being celebrated is unknown.

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