Question: After gathering all of the ingredients for the box turtle’s mash, which of the following is the next step?

Answer Options:

A. Include crumbled eggshells in the finished product.
B. Clean fruits such as berries or apples.
C. Add some water for extra moisture.
D. Cook raw proteins without adding seasonings.

Answer: D. Cook raw proteins without adding seasonings. 14

Question: Which of the following statements from the passage reflects an opinion rather than a fact?

Answer Options:

A. It is good practice to add vitamins.
B. Cook any raw proteins, but do not add any seasonings or oils.
C. Plant matter can be safe greens, fruits, vegetables, or flowers.
D. Eggshells can be included in the mash for extra calcium.

Answer: A. It is good practice to add vitamins. 15

Question: Which of the following accurately describes the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

Answer Options:

A. To encourage turtle owners to add more fruit to their pets’ diets
B. To inform turtle owners about a do-it-yourself method of preparing turtle food
C. To help turtle owners determine appropriate portion sizes for turtle mash
D. To dissuade turtle owners from using commercial turtle food

Answer: B. To inform turtle owners about a do-it-yourself method of preparing turtle food 16

Question: Which of the following is evidence presented in the passage to make the author’s point?

Answer Options:

A. Only 225 units of pebbles of the 500 ordered were delivered to headquarters.
B. Glass beads will be acceptable instead of pebbles if 275 units are delivered.
C. No refund is required if the rest of the order is delivered by the end of the week.
D. The event will be canceled if the rest of the order is not received.

Answer: C. No refund is required if the rest of the order is delivered by the end of the week. 17

Question: Which of the following describes Mr. Garcia’s tone in the passage?

Answer Options:

A. Hostile
B. Pleading
C. Indifferent
D. Rational

Answer: D. Rational 18

Question: Which of the following would be evidence to make the claim in the passage more relevant?

Answer Options:

A. A phone call from Mr. Garcia to Mr. Wilson
B. A shipping inventory for 250 units of pebbles shipped to headquarters
C. A photo of the interior of the venue where the event on Saturday will take place
D. A list of other companies from which Mr. Garcia could order pebbles

Answer: B. A shipping inventory for 250 units of pebbles shipped to headquarters 19

Question: Which of the following is a key point that the text offers about the passage?

Answer Options:

A. This house will make your friends jealous.
B. This house offers amenities such as multiple swimming pools.
C. This house requires a lot of upkeep.
D. This house will not be on the market long.

Answer: B. This house offers amenities such as multiple swimming pools. 20

Question: Which of the following is a supporting detail in this passage?

Answer Options:

A. This house offers myriad amenities for a reasonable price.
B. There are two separate kitchens, both adorned with marble countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances.
C. This house will retain its value on the real estate market.
D. All information listed is deemed reliable by the listing agent but cannot be guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Answer: B. There are two separate kitchens, both adorned with marble countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. 21

Question: Which of the following details is an irrelevant idea that would not fit in an objective summary of this passage?

Answer Options:

A. The house is the best in the Tulip Drive neighborhood.
B. The house is spacious with a variety of rooms to enjoy.
C. The house has well-maintained landscaping.
D. The house is suitable for drinking coffee and reading books.

Answer: A. The house is the best in the Tulip Drive neighborhood. 22

Question: Which of the following visuals would be most relevant to include with this advertisement?

Answer Options:

A. An image of the Tulip Drive street sign
B. An architectural floor plan of the first floor of the house and the grounds
C. A bar graph of mortgage interest rates from 1990 to 2010
D. An infographic of hurricane tracks along the southeast coast of the United States

Answer: B. An architectural floor plan of the first floor of the house and the grounds 23

Question: Which of the following statements is a fact about the passage?

Answer Options:

A. This house is overpriced for its location.
B. This house offers a view of the ocean from nearly every room.
C. This house is the most beautiful one in the neighborhood.
D. This house should be divided into multi-family units.

Answer: B. This house offers a view of the ocean from nearly every room. 24

Question: Based upon the evidence presented in the text, which of the following conclusions can be drawn?

Answer Options:

A. The house requires a full staff to keep it clean.
B. The house is suitable for fitness-oriented residents.
C. The house is centrally located for short commutes into the city.
D. This house has a rental unit available in the summer.

Answer: B. The house is suitable for fitness-oriented residents. 25