Question: Which of the following phrases from the passage indicates a sequence or order of presentation about pet cleanliness?

Answer Options:

A. “First, cats are cleaner than dogs.”
B. “Except in one particular circumstance, one should always choose the cat.”
C. “Dogs will drool on your freshly laundered linens all the time.”
D. “If a cat starts licking you, it’s because you are dirty.”

Answer: A. “First, cats are cleaner than dogs.” 2

Question: Based on the passage, which of the following is a conclusion made by the author?

Answer Options:

A. Fish can be considered as pets only if one is allergic to cats.
B. Cats only lick humans when the cat needs to be cleaned.
C. Cats are superior to dogs in cleanliness and protectiveness.
D. Dogs are the worst pets because they can do tricks.

Answer: C. Cats are superior to dogs in cleanliness and protectiveness. 3

Question: In which of the following types of media would a reader likely find this passage?

Answer Options:

A. The opinion section of a newspaper
B. A humorous blog about pets
C. A specialty magazine for cat owners
D. An animal rescue newsletter

Answer: B. A humorous blog about pets 4

Question: Which of the following is the author’s purpose?

Answer Options:

A. To define
B. To persuade
C. To entertain
D. To inform

Answer: B. To persuade 5

Question: Which of the following conclusions does the phrase, “it will leap into action immediately to defend you,” imply about cats in the passage?

Answer Options:

A. Cats possess a supernatural ability to detect unusual activity.
B. Cats are attentive and respond to threats.
C. Cats are playful and enjoy jumping.
D. Cats are physically fit and capable of quick movements.

Answer: B. Cats are attentive and respond to threats. 6

Question: When the author states that dogs “will use your shoes or favorite rug so that you know they mean business,” which of the following definitions best interprets the meaning of the phrase “mean business”?

Answer Options:

A. Show they are hard workers
B. Intend to be serious or determined
C. Plan to start a commercial enterprise
D. Negotiate a tough deal

Answer: B. Intend to be serious or determined 7

Question: Based on the passage, which of the following can be inferred about the availability of fruits in different seasons? Select all that apply.

Answer Options:

A. Apples and pears are typically harvested in the fall.
B. Cherries are a popular choice for winter pies.
C. Strawberries and rhubarb are most readily available in spring.
D. Peaches and blueberries are summer fruits.
E. Citrus fruits are best used for pies in the fall.

Answer: A. Apples and pears are typically harvested in the fall. C. Strawberries and rhubarb are most readily available in spring. D. Peaches and blueberries are summer fruits. 8

Question: Which of the following best evaluates the effectiveness of the author’s argument regarding the use of seasonal fruits in pie baking?

Answer Options:

A. It explains how seasonal fruit is the most cost-effective.
B. The author highlights the availability of fruits in each season.
C. The author fails to provide statistical evidence on the nutritional benefits of using seasonal fruits.
D. It does not address possible shortages of seasonal fruits due to climatic changes.

Answer: B. The author highlights the availability of fruits in each season. 9

Question: Which of the following is a theme about meditation expressed in both paragraphs?

Answer Options:

A. Meditation is no substitute for therapy.
B. Meditation helps soothe anxiety.
C. Meditation can prevent a heart attack.
D. Meditation works best under professional guidance.

Answer: B. Meditation helps soothe anxiety. 10

Question: Which of the following is a theme that occurs in Paragraph 2?

Answer Options:

A. Walking, meditation, yoga, and therapy can help lower stress.
B. Stress can be controlled with a positive outlook.
C. Walking, meditation, yoga, and therapy help maintain a healthy body mass index.
D. Stress can bring on a heart attack.

Answer: A. Walking, meditation, yoga, and therapy can help lower stress. 11

Question: Which of the following conclusion statements indicates the military campaign was unsuccessful?

Answer Options:

A. Despite their pleas, the Australian Government refused to help the farmers.
B. The emu population severely declined after sustained, strategic involvement.
C. The tactical team developed and employed complicated guerrilla strategies.
D. In the final months of the Great Emu War, the emus were successfully contained and separated from the farmland.

Answer: A. Despite their pleas, the Australian Government refused to help the farmers. 12

Question: Which of the following results of the Great Emu War can be predicted based on the passage?

Answer Options:

A. Development of improved pest management techniques
B. Farmers adopting different crops that are less appealing to emus
C. Government officials dismantling the Australian armed forces
D. Damaged relations between local farmers and the Australian government

Answer: D. Damaged relations between local farmers and the Australian government 13