Question 1

The word mixing is not the most effective word to use in sentence 6. Which word best replaces mixing in the sentence?

Accepted Answer

combination

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mingling

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merger

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connection

Question 2

What is the most effective way to combine sentences 8 and 9?

Accepted Answer

Early attempts to provide provisions to troops left them weakened, malnourished, and susceptible to disease, which could be fatal.

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Early attempts to provide provisions to troops left them weakened, and were also malnourished and susceptible to disease, which could be fatal.

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Early attempts to provide provisions to troops left them weakened; troops were also left malnourished and susceptible to disease, which could be fatal.

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Early attempts to provide provisions to troops left them weakened and troops were also left malnourished and susceptible to disease, which could be fatal.

Question 3

Larry wants to add this sentence to the third paragraph (sentences 11–20).

Where should he insert this sentence?

Accepted Answer

After sentence 17

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After sentence 16

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After sentence 14

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After sentence 15

Question 4

What is the correct way to write sentence 26?

Accepted Answer

Freeze drying is frequently used in preserving coffee and making it “instant.”

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Making it “instant,” freeze drying is frequently used in preserving coffee.

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Preserving coffee and making it “instant,” freeze drying is frequently used.

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Frequently used in preserving coffee is freeze drying and it makes it “instant.”

Question 5

April wants to add a supporting sentence to the third paragraph(sentences 11–18). Which sentence should be added after sentence 13?

Accepted Answer

Stevenson used his knowledge of shaping surfboards and applied it to shaping skateboards.

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Stevenson saw a way to improve skateboards.

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Stevenson witnessed surfers riding skateboards.

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Stevenson, however, was not the only inventor who significantly improved the design of skateboards.

Question 6

The pronoun in sentence 18 is unclear. Which word should replace they to create a more effective sentence?

Accepted Answer

skateboarders

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surfboards

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inventors

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kicktails

Question 7

Which sentence is extraneous and should be deleted from the fourth paragraph (sentences 19–24)?

Accepted Answer

Sentence 20

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Sentence 21

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Sentence 22

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Sentence 19

Question 8

April does not think a way is the best phrase to use in sentence 28. Which phrase is the best replacement for a way in the sentence?

Accepted Answer

an opportunity

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a break

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a room

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an opening

Question 9

April would like to add the following detail to the sixth paragraph(sentences 30–34).

It provided skateboarding with unprecedented coverage and led to the general public’s viewing of skateboarders as professional athletes.

Where should this sentence be placed?

Accepted Answer

After sentence 30

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Before sentence 30

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After sentence 32

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After sentence 31

Question 10

What change is needed in sentence 6?

Accepted Answer

Change fell to falls

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Delete the comma after ground

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Change explained to has explained

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Change then to than

Question 11

What change should be made in sentence 25?

Accepted Answer

Change they are to it is

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Delete the comma after Furthermore

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Change widely to wildly

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Change than to then

Question 12

What change should be made in sentence 27?

Accepted Answer

Delete the apostrophe after environments

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Change presents to presenting

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Change have to has

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Change diversity to divercity

Question 13

What change is needed in sentence 29?

Accepted Answer

Change the comma after drinkable to a semicolon

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Change process to prosess

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Change can to could

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Change quickly to quick

Question 14

What change needs to be made in sentence 33?

Accepted Answer

Change assessible to accessible

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Change will be to will have been

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Change purified to purifying

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Delete the comma after Soon

Question 15

What change, if any, is needed in sentence 9?

Accepted Answer

Change middle school to Middle School

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Delete the comma after Sonneborn

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Change he was to they were

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No change is needed.

Question 16

What change should be made in sentence 14?

Accepted Answer

Insert a comma after enough

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Change that to these

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Delete not

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Change surprising to surprises

Question 17

What change needs to be made in sentence 20?

Accepted Answer

Change those to him

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Change there to their

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Insert a comma after ages

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Change aspirations to asperations

Question 18

What change needs to be made in sentence 31?

Accepted Answer

Change commited to committed

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Delete the comma after leaders

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Change those to these

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Insert a comma after issues

Question 19

What is the author’s primary purpose for writing the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together”?

Accepted Answer

To inform how a new business model is influenced by the behavior of one generation

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To explain how individuals can participate in co-working and co-living situations

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To discuss how the actions of young people impact older generations

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To explore how the socializing behaviors of people are different between generations

Question 20

Which sentence from the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together” best supports the idea that co-working spaces result in positive interactions?

Accepted Answer

Today’s co-working spaces give everyone the daily opportunity to socialize and collaborate. (paragraph 6)

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In many ways, co-living and co-working environments operate in loco parentis. (paragraph 8)

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In recent years, the co-working movement—along with its newer cousin, co-living—has turned into a frenzy. (paragraph 1)

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These individuals or groups rent or pay a membership fee (monthly or daily) to work in a shared space with others. (paragraph 3)

Question 21

Why does the author of the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together” include a question and an answer in paragraph 5?

Accepted Answer

To introduce a discussion of Millennial traits and why they contribute to the rise of co-working and co-living arrangements

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To prove that co-working and co-living arrangements only attract members of the Millennial generation

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To reveal how various types of businesses can capitalize on a single generation to increase profits

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To demonstrate that he will solve a difficult problem throughout the rest of the selection

Question 22

How does the author organize the excerpt from the article“ Millennials. . . So Happy Together”?

Accepted Answer

The author describes a current business phenomenon and then explains how it hinges on Millennial traits.

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The author offers statistics about some of the most successful startups marketed at Millennials and then explains how they succeed.

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The author explains why co-working and co-living spaces only appeal to Millennials and then describes how companies are involved.

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The author outlines characteristics of the Millennial generation and then demonstrates how Millennials apply them to their work lives.

Question 23

Based on the selection from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together,” with which statement would the author most likely agree?

Accepted Answer

Millennials want numerous opportunities to socialize in their work and everyday lives.

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The movement toward co-living spaces began with generations prior to the Millennials.

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Millennials seek out community but are mostly living and working in isolated situations.

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The most successful companies focus primarily on meeting Millennials’ needs.

Question 24

In paragraph 9 of the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together,” why does the author point out the difference in how Gen-X and Millennial children were parented?

Accepted Answer

To examine why Millennials seek more dependent and supervised work and living spaces

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To understand why Millennials prefer a safety net in case they
cannot achieve their goals

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To question why Millennials do not mind community policing in either work or living spaces

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To explain why Millennials want the convenience of working any time of day or night

Question 25

Which quotation foreshadows the end of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint”?

Accepted Answer

“And I can’t write with someone sitting waiting.” (paragraph 3)

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“Maybe she’s a writer,” Desmond’s wife whispered to him. . . .(paragraph 2)

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“Adjust,” his wife said, and flicked at his nose. (paragraph 4)

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She will know exactly the moment he sets down his next word on that top sheet of paper. (paragraph 1)

Question 26

Read this dictionary entry.

Which definition best matches the use of the word plucked in paragraph 1 of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint”?

Accepted Answer

Definition 3

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Definition 2

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Definition 1

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Definition 4

Question 27

Which quotation from the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint” best supports the idea that Desmond’s wife is more easygoing than he is?

Accepted Answer

She who could adjust to anything, or absorb it. (paragraph 4)

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“I can’t live with someone listening to me breathe,” Desmond said.(paragraph 3)

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she may even believe that he is glad to be rid of her for the day, after all those weeks of unavoidable closeness. (paragraph 5)

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“Maybe she’s making notes on us. Maybe she’s writing a book. . . .”(paragraph 2)

Question 28

In the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint,” which archetype does Desmond most resemble?

Accepted Answer

Creator

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Hero

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Hero

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Caregiver

Question 29

In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint,” what can the reader infer based on the description of Mrs. O’Sullivan?

Accepted Answer

Desmond feels overwhelmed by Mrs. O’Sullivan’s presence.

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Desmond is prejudiced against elderly people.

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Mrs. O’Sullivan reminds Desmond of a relative he doesn’t like.

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Desmond is quick to judge people by their appearances.

Question 30

Which phrase from paragraph 6 of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint” best supports the idea that Desmond is struggling with his writing?

Accepted Answer

hoping that the pen will go on by itself to write the next words

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has seen it all in his mind a hundred times

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prefers to work his way in gently

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he has never been one for plunging into things

Question 31

What is a major theme of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint”?

Accepted Answer

External factors can hinder one’s creativity.

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Acceptance of others leads to understanding.

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Real life can turn out just like a story does.

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Creative thoughts must be discussed to find expression.

Question 32

In the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint,” how does the tone of the wife’s dialogue influence the way the character of Desmond is perceived?

Accepted Answer

Her light-hearted attitude only emphasizes Desmond’s internal struggle.

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Her repeated criticism makes the reader sympathetic towards Desmond.

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Her focus on the factual creates a strong contrast to Desmond’s artistic sense.

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Her ease at coping makes Desmond appear lazy in comparison.

Question 33

What is one difference between the two excerpts?

Accepted Answer

“Millennials. . . So Happy Together” explains why Millennials prefer to live and work in shared spaces, while “The Leper’s Squint” describes a man who prefers to work alone.

Answer

“Millennials. . . So Happy Together” describes the places where Millennials prefer to work, while “The Leper’s Squint” explains why a man has left his country to work.

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“Millennials. . . So Happy Together” reveals why Millennials trust all new situations and people, while “The Leper’s Squint” presents the views of a skeptical character

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“Millennials. . . So Happy Together” argues that Millennials find it easier to share living and work situations, while “The Leper’s Squint” proves that writers must work alone.

Question 34

In both of the excerpts from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together” and “The Leper’s Squint,” how is privacy described?

Accepted Answer

As something everyone needs at certain times

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As the source of problems in most relationships

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As a concept younger generations fail to experience

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As a precious commodity to people of any generation

Question 35

In the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint,” how is Desmond’s opinion about his current situation different from how Millennials feel about co-living in the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together”?

Accepted Answer

Desmond is bothered by sharing a home with a stranger.

Answer

Desmond is irritated that his family is sharing his workspace.

Answer

Desmond is curious to experience co-living in another country.

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Desmond is relieved to be co-living in a home for a short time.

Question 36

With which statement would both the author of the excerpt from the article “Millennials. . . So Happy Together” and the author of the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint” most likely agree?

Accepted Answer

Co-living and co-working can be stressful in the wrong circumstances.

Answer

People can save a great deal of money through co-living and co-working.

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Co-living and co-working is an idea from the past on to which new groups have latched.

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People can still feel isolated when co-living or co-working in shared spaces.

Question 37

What is one similarity between the excerpt from “Millennials. . . So Happy Together” and the excerpt from “The Leper’s Squint”?

Accepted Answer

Both excerpts indicate that co-living situations require the ability to adapt to the environment.

Answer

Both excerpts declare shared living and working spaces as beneficial to all.

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Both excerpts include different generations questioning the idea of co-living.

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Both excerpts discuss how much money can be saved by sharing living and working spaces.

Question 38

What do lines 9 through 11 reveal about Wolfgang?

Accepted Answer

He desires his father’s approval.

Answer

He is frightened by his father’s attitude.

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He worries about his father’s abilities.

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He is frightened by his father’s attitude.

Question 39

Which quotation from the play best reveals Anna Maria’s reason for becoming angry with Leopold?

Accepted Answer

ANNA MARIA: You have never let him be a child—always pushing him to live up to your dreams. (line 54)

Answer

ANNA MARIA: But we have done very well in London, Leopold.

Why is this one night keeping you in such a fuss? (line 5)

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ANNA MARIA: Honestly, Leopold. I should think you would be more concerned over all the dreadful rumors about Wolferl’s abilities. (line 8)

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ANNA MARIA: Mr. Barrington, how would such a test be given? (line 35)

Question 40

What is the meaning of refuted as it is used in line 33?

Accepted Answer

Proven false

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Thought predictable

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Judged unfairly

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Agreed on

Question 41

Which line from the play exhibits the archetype of the hero having a special quality?

Accepted Answer

BARRINGTON: Because, Madam, I believe your son may have a brilliant future. Possibly more brilliant than any of us can imagine.(line 44)

Answer

ANNA MARIA: I understand. I understand that Wolfgang no longer matters to you. (line 50)

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BARRINGTON: I realize that the visitations to the child prodigy are scheduled to conclude at two but I imagine you might spare a few moments for me. (line 16)

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LEOPOLD: What’s this? You are the one who was always so impressed by the glitter of the court. (line 59)

Question 42

Read line 60.

What does Anna Maria’s reaction in line 60 of the play suggest about how she feels concerning Leopold’s insistence?

Accepted Answer

Leopold is ambitious.

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Leopold is discouraged.

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Leopold is confused.

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Leopold is protective.

Question 43

Read the following dictionary entry.

Which definition best matches the use of the word exercises in line 36?

Accepted Answer

Definition 4

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Definition 2

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Definition 3

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Definition 1

Question 44

Read line 17.

What does the line suggest about Anna Maria?

Accepted Answer

She is cordial in order to promote Wolfgang’s success.

Answer

She is solely responsible for exploiting Wolfgang’s musical talent.

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She is untrusting of those who come to visit Wolfgang.

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She is hopeful Wolfgang will help the family win a place in society.

Question 45

In the play, how does the motif of the concert contribute to the plot?

Accepted Answer

It establishes the conflict.

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It introduces the characters.

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It suggests the resolution.

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It propels the action.

Question 46

What is the most likely reason the author wrote this article?

Accepted Answer

To describe an experiment designed and completed by a young scientist

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To explain some surprising uses of household products

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To promote an award-winning science fair attended by a young scientist

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To provide an example of how easy it is to win a science award

Question 47

What key idea about experimentation do the details in paragraph 7 support?

Accepted Answer

Experimentation does not necessarily require expensive lab materials.

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Experimentation cannot be completed in multiple steps.

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Experimentation requires careful timing to ensure accuracy.

Answer

.Experimentation needs to be conducted in a scientific laboratory.

Question 48

What is the most likely reason the author presents paragraphs 8 through 14 chronologically?

Accepted Answer

To emphasize the methodical nature of scientific experiments

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To show that planning requires a significant amount of time

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To suggest that the course of an experiment can change over time

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To indicate the difficulty in documenting research results

Question 49

What is the most likely reason the author includes the photograph in the article?

Accepted Answer

To provide a visual reference of an unfamiliar term

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To show why Nathan focused his experiment on surface tension

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To illustrate why surface tension is commonly misunderstood

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To show a step in the process Nathan followed

Question 50

Read this quotation from paragraph 13.

What can the reader infer from the quotation?

Accepted Answer

Altering factors in an experiment may not change the outcome.

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Expected results can still provide valuable information.

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Common substances could have beneficial uses.

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Making errors is common when working alone.

Question 51

What is the best summary of the article?

Accepted Answer

Nathan Deng’s use of simple experimentation to answer basic questions about dish washing won him the Lemelson Award for Invention. Curious about why hot water and soap were needed to clean dishes, Nathan set up an experiment to test surface tension. Nathan tested drops of water at different temperatures as well as the use of a soap ingredient to determine their effects on surface tension. He found that soap and hot water are most effective.

Answer

Inspiration for science projects can come from everyday life. For this reason, anyone can complete a science project. Nathan Deng investigated the way soap and hot water affect the cleanliness of dishes. There are often tiny cracks in dishes that are difficult to reach when washing dishes. Surface tension keeps water out of these spaces. Nathan’s experiment showed that using soap and hot water would be effective.

Answer

Nathan Deng was able to construct an experiment that determined why hot water and soap are used to clean dishes. He kept the experiment simple by only testing the surface tension of water. The surface tension of water is the effect that results when molecules bond to each other on the surface of the liquid. Nathan found that hot water and soap reduce surface tension.

Answer

Every year Broadcom MASTERS awards the Lemelson Award for Invention to a middle school student. MASTERS, which stands for Math, Applied Science, Technology and Engineering for Rising Stars, is an event that recognizes middle school students for their scientific achievements. Nathan Deng won the award by creating an experiment that tests how well hot water and soap clean dishes. He wants other teams to conduct the same experiment.

Question 52

What is the most likely reason the author included paragraphs 1 through 6?

Accepted Answer

To introduce background information about a science experiment

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To highlight the topic of a science experiment

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To promote the scientific goals of an experiment

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To emphasize the value of winning an award for a science experiment

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