Exam 6: Process, Comparison and Contrast, and Classification

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) According to some addiction treatment experts, there are four types of drinkers. (2) The first type is the abstainer who rarely uses alcohol. (3) Sometimes known as a "teetotaler," this person might sip wine at a special celebration but then go a few months without any alcohol at all. (4) The second type of drinker is the social drinker. (5) This man or woman drinks regularly, in amounts varying from a couple drinks a month to five drinks per week. (6) The important distinction is that these people know when to stop and do not use alcohol to self-medicate. (7) While these first two types of drinkers have less risk of becoming alcohol dependent, types three and four are at much higher risk. (8) The third type of drinker is far too common on college campuses: the binge drinker. (9) Although binge drinking usually occurs in a social setting, this user regularly consumes large, dangerous amounts of alcohol that can actually be fatal. (10) The fourth type of drinker is dependent on alcohol; frequent drinking to excess causes worsening problems in both his or her relationships and professional life. (11) As one recovering dependent drinker says, "I had one tool in my toolbox to fix all of life's problems-alcohol." (12) If you or a friend falls into one of the last two categories, you might consider checking out an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in your area. How many categories are there?

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) With the disturbing news that nearly all of the brains of deceased football players tested for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) indeed had this terrible brain disease, the National Football League and the Canadian Football League are taking steps to curb head hits on the field. (2) The new Canadian rules differ from the NFL's in three ways. (3) The first difference is in their practice methods. (4) The CFL has barred players from full contact practices, meaning that players cannot ram into each other. (5) While Canadian players must wear helmets during practice, they do not wear protective padding, which makes them less likely to hit each other. (6) Americans, on the other hand, have not been as cautious; instead they have merely limited the number of padded, full-contact practices to fourteen during the regular season. (7) The second difference is time off. (8) The CFL recently added a third "bye week," or week off, to its 18-game season to give players more time to recuperate. (9) The NFL, however, allows only one bye week in its 16-week season, giving its players less resting time. (10) Finally, while the CFL plans an ongoing evaluation of these new rules and their effects on player's brain health, the NFL says simply that it will consider the data collected by our neighbor to the north. Does this paragraph compare, contrast, or both?

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) If your vehicle plunges off a road or bridge into a body of water and begins to sink, you can survive if you follow a set of steps to escape. (2) First of all, don't panic. (3) You'll need to remain calm to be able to make the right decisions. (4) Second, unbuckle your seatbelt. (5) Third, don't try to open the door; instead, roll down your window. (6) If the window won't open, you'll have to break it by hitting it with a heavy object or kicking it with your feet. (7) Then, if water is not yet rushing in through the open window, climb out and swim away from the sinking vehicle. (8) If water is gushing in too fast for you to get out, you'll have to wait until it fills the car. (9) When the car is about to submerge, take a deep breath and hold it as you go underwater. (10) Finally, swim out through the open window and away from the vehicle.   Which of the following sentences in the paragraph does NOT contain a transitional expression that indicates time?

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) A plate of nachos is a delicious and crowd-pleasing dish that's very easy to make.  (2) First, spread a single layer of medium-thick tortilla chips on a baking sheet.  (3) Second, brown ground beef or ground turkey in a skillet and mix in taco seasoning.  (4) When the meat is fully cooked, spread it evenly over the tortilla chips.  (5) If you like, add a layer of beans or refried beans.  (6) Third, sprinkle on a thick layer of shredded cheese.  (7) A blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses adds a lot of flavor.  (8) The fourth step is to cover the nachos with tin foil and bake them in the oven at 350 degrees until the cheese melts.  (9) Finally, before serving the nachos, add your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or jalapeño peppers, and enjoy! Select the number of the topic sentence in the paragraph above.

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) Because hikers, campers, and others who love the outdoors may encounter snakes, they need to know the main differences between venomous snakes and non-venomous snakes. (2) Venomous snakes and non-venomous snakes differ in several ways. (3) Venomous snakes such as copperheads and rattlesnakes usually have triangle-shaped heads instead of the elongated oval-shaped heads of non-venomous snakes. (5) The eyes of venomous snakes usually have elliptical-shaped pupils instead of the rounded pupils that non-venomous snakes have. (6) Venomous snakes also have fangs, which non-venomous snakes do not have. (7) A snakebite made by a venomous snake will consist of two close-set puncture marks. (8) In contrast, a non-venomous snake's bite mark will look ragged. (9) If the snake is swimming in the water, a venomous snake such as a water moccasin will swim with its entire body visible on the water's surface. (10) However, a non-venomous snake, such as a harmless water snake, will swim with only its head above water. Select the number of the topic sentence in the paragraph above.

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) According to some addiction treatment experts, there are four types of drinkers. (2) The first type is the abstainer who rarely uses alcohol. (3) Sometimes known as a "teetotaler," this person might sip wine at a special celebration but then go a few months without any alcohol at all. (4) The second type of drinker is the social drinker. (5) This man or woman drinks regularly, in amounts varying from a couple drinks a month to five drinks per week. (6) The important distinction is that these people know when to stop and do not use alcohol to self-medicate. (7) While these first two types of drinkers have less risk of becoming alcohol dependent, types three and four are at much higher risk. (8) The third type of drinker is far too common on college campuses: the binge drinker. (9) Although binge drinking usually occurs in a social setting, this user regularly consumes large, dangerous amounts of alcohol that can actually be fatal. (10) The fourth type of drinker is dependent on alcohol; frequent drinking to excess causes worsening problems in both his or her relationships and professional life. (11) As one recovering dependent drinker says, "I had one tool in my toolbox to fix all of life's problems-alcohol." (12) If you or a friend falls into one of the last two categories, you might consider checking out an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in your area. Select the number of the topic sentence in the paragraph above.

Each of the following groups has been divided according to a single basis of classification. However, one item in each group does not belong; it does not fit that single basis of classification. Read each group of items carefully; then, select the letter of the one item that does not belong.   Types of pain

Each of the following groups has been divided according to a single basis of classification. However, one item in each group does not belong; it does not fit that single basis of classification. Read each group of items carefully; then, select the one item that does not belong. Next, select the single basis of classification that includes the rest of the group. Sweaters

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) Because hikers, campers, and others who love the outdoors may encounter snakes, they need to know the main differences between venomous snakes and non-venomous snakes. (2) Venomous snakes and non-venomous snakes differ in several ways. (3) Venomous snakes such as copperheads and rattlesnakes usually have triangle-shaped heads instead of the elongated oval-shaped heads of non-venomous snakes. (5) The eyes of venomous snakes usually have elliptical-shaped pupils instead of the rounded pupils that non-venomous snakes have. (6) Venomous snakes also have fangs, which non-venomous snakes do not have. (7) A snakebite made by a venomous snake will consist of two close-set puncture marks. (8) In contrast, a non-venomous snake's bite mark will look ragged. (9) If the snake is swimming in the water, a venomous snake such as a water moccasin will swim with its entire body visible on the water's surface. (10) However, a non-venomous snake, such as a harmless water snake, will swim with only its head above water. Does this paragraph compare, contrast, or both?

Read this paragraph and answer the questions that follow it. ​ (1) With the disturbing news that nearly all of the brains of deceased football players tested for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) indeed had this terrible brain disease, the National Football League and the Canadian Football League are taking steps to curb head hits on the field. (2) The new Canadian rules differ from the NFL's in three ways. (3) The first difference is in their practice methods. (4) The CFL has barred players from full contact practices, meaning that players cannot ram into each other. (5) While Canadian players must wear helmets during practice, they do not wear protective padding, which makes them less likely to hit each other. (6) Americans, on the other hand, have not been as cautious; instead they have merely limited the number of padded, full-contact practices to fourteen during the regular season. (7) The second difference is time off. (8) The CFL recently added a third "bye week," or week off, to its 18-game season to give players more time to recuperate. (9) The NFL, however, allows only one bye week in its 16-week season, giving its players less resting time. (10) Finally, while the CFL plans an ongoing evaluation of these new rules and their effects on player's brain health, the NFL says simply that it will consider the data collected by our neighbor to the north. What three things are being compared and/or contrasted?