Exam 3: ATI-TEAS-Reading

Marie Curie Marie Curie (1867 - 1934) was a famous Polish scientist and Nobel Prize winner. While she is often regarded as an important historical figure, most people may not realize the extent of Curie's accomplishments in the scientific field, let alone the remaining impact these effects have had on modern scientific developments. Originally named Maria Sklodowska, the famous scientist was born in Warsaw, Poland in 1867. Due to her family's involvement in government affairs, the Sklodowska family suffered a significant economic loss and they were forced to give up their property during the Polish national uprisings. Despite the economic challenges faced by her family, Marie was adamant in pursuing her education and was known for her prodigious memory from a young age. After working diligently as a teacher in Poland, Marie made her way to Paris in 1891 to study at the Sorbonne (the University of Paris). Brought together by their mutual passion for science, Marie met her future husband, Pierre Curie, in 1894. Their marriage the following year marked the beginning of a series of scientific breakthroughs. The pair seemed destined to make a difference in the scientific field due to their passion for physics and chemistry. Together, they discovered two new elements: polonium and radium. Marie devoted her research towards obtaining a pure form of radium in the metallic state, but struggled to finalize the project. In the meantime, she penned the term "radioactivity" after following Henri Becquerel's discovery of the phenomenon in 1896. Soon after, Marie, along with her husband Pierre and Becquerel, won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1903. After Pierre's sudden death in 1906, Marie continued her experiments and research mostly on her own, all while raising her two daughters, Irene and Eve. During the years after her husband's death, Curie was installed as the first female professor at the Sorbonne in 1906 and was awarded the Nobel Prize for Chemistry for the isolation of a pure form of radium in 1911. When it comes to Curie's varied achievements, her research on the use of X-radiography is most often hailed as her greatest, as it would later pave the way towards treating illnesses and advancing the medicinal field. Due to the nature of her research and her time as a radiologist in field hospitals, Curie was often unprotected when exposed to X-rays. Decades of this exposure lead to her death from leukemia in 1934. Despite the initial adversity and hardship faced by Curie, she contributed groundbreaking findings in the scientific field. Her immense contributions have not just made an impact when it comes to science, though. Curie is also an important symbol for women's history, as she was able to defy traditional stereotypes of women during her lifetime, and was the first woman in history to win a Nobel Prize. By realizing the hurdles that Curie faced in her early years, her desire to change the scientific field for the better, and her astounding accomplishments, one can come to truly understand and appreciate Curie's achievements. Which of the following statements contains only opinion?

Use the taxonomy outline below to answer the question. Cetacea Whale Dolphin Porpoise Elasmobranchii Sharks Skates Sawfish Passerine Ravens Finches Canaries Which of the following statements is correct based on the outline above?

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever There's a silent killer stalking unsuspecting victims in the woodlands of North America. The killer is tiny-often small enough to fit on the head of a pin-but it packs a powerful punch. Who is this villain? It's a blood-sucking tick whose bite can cause Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) in humans. RMSF is not actually caused by the tick itself. Rather, it can occur after the tick is infected with a pathogenic bacterium known as Rickettsia rickettsii. Thus, the tick is merely a vector, or carrier, of the disease-causing bacteria. Ticks that carry these bacteria are the most common source of infection. In order for the infection to be passed on from insect to human, an infected tick must attach itself to the skin for six to ten hours. Many people who are infected with Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria become sick after about one week. Others, however, might not display any symptoms of RMSF for up to fourteen days. The initial signs and symptoms are nonspecific and can mimic those of other illnesses. These include high fever, chills, severe headache, achy muscles, nausea or vomiting, and general confusion. Three to five days after these initial symptoms occur, a distinctive non-itchy rash can appear. The rash-bright red spots about five millimeters across-usually first appears on the wrists and ankles, and then spreads outwards. Nonetheless, some people never develop these spots at all, making diagnosis tricky. RMSF damages the lining of the body's smallest blood vessels, causing clots to form as well as leaks to occur. This, in turn, can cause other problems including inflammation of the brain, inflammation of the lungs, or kidney failure. In some cases, amputation of the fingers and toes may be necessary due to blood vessel damage. If left untreated, the disease can cause death. Historically, the death rate for the disease was as high as eighty percent. With modern antibiotics, there is a sure cure for the disease. Doxycycline is the recommended antibiotic treatment for RMSF in adults and children of all ages. But you can decrease the chances of getting RMSF by taking a few simple precautions. First, always wear long pants and sleeves when you're out in the woods. Products containing DEET can often repel ticks. But more than anything else, check yourself for ticks from head to toe after being in a wooded or grassy area. Still, care must be taken because ticks can be tiny and easily overlooked. Taking this step has a distinct payoff. After all, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Which of the following is the main idea of the fourth paragraph?

Which could serve as a non-scholarly source for a student writing a research paper on online journalism?

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During the 18th century, toll roads began appearing all over England, spreading from London all the way to Scotland. But these roads were made of small stones piled on top of mud, so even a light rain could render them impassable. A blind engineer named John Metcalf came up with a solution. He insisted that roads have a strong stone foundation. He "crowned" the roads too, meaning that he made them higher in the middle than on the sides. He added a ditch on either side, providing proper drainage to keep the roadways from caving in due to excess moisture. This also prevented potholes. But his methods proved costly and many local governments were loath to pay the construction costs. Undeterred, Metcalf challenged a colonel to race him to London. Thanks to the lousy road conditions, he made it to the city on foot faster than the colonel could get there in his horse-drawn buggy. As a result, towns across England began adopting Metcalf's engineering ideas. Even today, many of these ideas are still in use not only in England but around the world. What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?

Use the taxonomy outline below to answer the question. Cetacea Whale Dolphin Porpoise Elasmobranchii Sharks Skates Sawfish Passerine Ravens Finches Canaries Which of the following statements is correct based on the outline above?

In the days when the Church dominated everyday life, troubadours became well-known secular entertainers who could move beyond religious themes and explore love and politics. They were most popular between 1100 and 1350 A.D. Troubadours often entertained kings and queens at court and frequently enjoyed many of the pleasures and privileges enjoyed by the wealthiest members of society, which was at the time a very much a male-dominated world. But interestingly, entertaining as a trobairitz, or female troubadour, gave some women the opportunity to enjoy a prominent career in what began as a "males-only" field. Although their work is less prolific than that of male troubadours, surviving manuscripts clearly show that women were highly capable poets and musicians. Female poetry pertaining to love tended to offer a less idealized and more accurate conception than the poetry of their male counterparts. In addition, it showed a more conversational and less flourished style of writing. In this way, it intended to more closely depict a more grounded vision of relationships. In what way did trobairitz differ from troubadours, according to the passage?

Use the recipe below to answer the question. HOMEMADE BRIOCHE HAMBURGER BUNS Makes 4 buns INGREDIENTS: ● 1/2 c. warm whole milk ● 1 tbsp. warm water ● 2 eggs ● 1 tsp. active dry yeast ● 1 tbsp. granulated sugar ● 1 egg ● 1 3/4 c. bread flour ● 1/2 tsp. kosher salt ● 1 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature FOR THE TOPPING: ● 1 egg yolk ● 1/2 tsp. water ● 2 tbsp. sesame seeds (optional) DIRECTIONS: 1)   In a medium mixing bowl, whisk warm water, milk, yeast and sugar; then beat in the eggs. 2)   Mix flours, salt and butter. Pour yeast mixture into the bowl and mix. 3)   Put out on counter and knead for 10 minutes. 4)   Let rise for 2 to 3 hours. 5)   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. Punch the dough down and divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (you can use a kitchen scale to be exact). 6)   Form into balls and place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Cover with a greased piece of plastic wrap. Rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until puffy and slightly risen. 7)   Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 8)   To make the egg wash, in a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water. Brush generously on each bun, covering the entire surface, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. 9)      Place the buns in the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until they turn a deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. How much butter should be added this recipe?

Jason is extremely honest, so the suggestion that he stole the money is absolutely preposterous. Which of the following is the closest in meaning to "preposterous" as used in the sentence above?

Use the recipe below to answer the question. HOMEMADE BRIOCHE HAMBURGER BUNS Makes 4 buns INGREDIENTS: ● 1/2 c. warm whole milk ● 1 tbsp. warm water ● 2 eggs ● 1 tsp. active dry yeast ● 1 tbsp. granulated sugar ● 1 egg ● 1 3/4 c. bread flour ● 1/2 tsp. kosher salt ● 1 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature FOR THE TOPPING: ● 1 egg yolk ● 1/2 tsp. water ● 2 tbsp. sesame seeds (optional) DIRECTIONS: 1) In a medium mixing bowl, whisk warm water, milk, yeast and sugar; then beat in the eggs. 2) Mix flours, salt and butter. Pour yeast mixture into the bowl and mix. 3) Put out on counter and knead for 10 minutes. 4) Let rise for 2 to 3 hours. 5) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking mat. Punch the dough down and divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (you can use a kitchen scale to be exact). 6) Form into balls and place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Cover with a greased piece of plastic wrap. Rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until puffy and slightly risen. 7) Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 8) To make the egg wash, in a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water. Brush generously on each bun, covering the entire surface, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. 9) Place the buns in the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until they turn a deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. How long should the second rising of the dough take?

Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2 oz. (56 mg.) Servings per container: 3 Amount per serving Calories                        200    Calories from fat          5 _____________________________                                % Daily Value * Total Fat 0.5g                  1%      Saturated fat 0g         0%      Trans Fat 0g                  Cholesterol 0mg               0% Sodium 1000mg                42%   Potassium 105mg              3%       Total Carb 40g                  13%        Dietary Fiber 1g          5%        Sugars 3g Protein 5g _____________________________ Vitamin A                         0% Vitamin C                          0% Calcium                             0% Iron                                    8% Thiamin                             15% Riboflavin                           6% Niacin                                10% Folic Acid                           15% * Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.                             Calories:            2,000       2,500 Total Fat            Less than          65g            80g Sat Fat               Less than          20g            25g Cholesterol        Less than          300mg      300mg Sodium              Less than          2,400mg   2,400mg Total Carb                                     300g          375g Dietary Fiber                                 25g            30g Which of the following is true, according to information found on the label?

Use the nutrition fact label below to answer the question. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2.5 oz. (70 mg.) Servings per container: 2 Amount per serving Calories                        250   Calories from fat           2 __________________________________                                % Daily Value* Total Fat 3g                      5%      Saturated fat 1.5g      8%      Trans Fat 0g                  Cholesterol 10mg            3% Sodium 550mg                23% Total Carb 46g                 15%      Dietary Fiber 3g         12%      Sugars 7g Protein 9g __________________________________ Vitamin A                           2% Vitamin C                          30% Calcium                             10% Iron                                    10% * Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.                              Calories:           2,000        2,500 Total Fat                 Less than          65g             80g Sat Fat                   Less than          20g             25g Cholesterol             Less than         300mg        300mg Sodium                   Less than         2,400mg     2,400mg Total Carb                                        300g           375g Dietary Fiber                                    25g             30g Which of the following statements is true, based on information found on the food label?

Use the taxonomy outline below to answer the question. Phylum Porifera (Sponges) Hexactinellida (Glass sponges) Venus flower basket Staurocalyptus Demospongia Red volcano sponge Spongilla lacustris Geodia barretti Calcarea Sycon capricorn Leucetta chagosensis Clathrina heronensis Which of the following statements is correct based on the outline above?

Rachel Carson Rachel Carson (1907-1964) was an American marine biologist, conservationist, and author. She was born on a family farm in Pennsylvania and spent her youth exploring the countryside and writing stories, often about animals. It seems as if Carson was born to be an author. By the age of ten, she had already had her first book published. She began her adult career as an aquatic biologist in the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries, but became a full-time writer by the 1950s. More than anything else, she was interested in what can happen when, as she put it, "Things go out of kilter." Because of this, she began work on her groundbreaking book Silent Spring. Developed in 1939, DDT was the most potent pesticide that world had ever known. It showed just how vulnerable nature was to the actions of humanity. While most pesticides of the day killed only one or two types of insects, DDT could kill hundreds. Originally used only by the military to clear South Pacific islands of malaria-causing insects during World War Two, it was cleared for civilian use in 1945. Carson grew justifiably more and more concerned about DDT as its effects on the environment slowly became known. She tried to publish magazine articles to raise the alarm about the poison, but no one would publish her work. Having gathered a vast amount of research on the subject, Carson started a four-year writing odyssey that culminated with the publishing of Silent Spring in 1962. Carson described how a single application of DDT could poison the environment for weeks or even months. It could enter water sources and remain toxic even when diluted. Ultimately, it accumulated in the fatty tissues of animals-including human beings-and caused cancer and genetic damage. The book's most famous chapter, "A Fable for Tomorrow," described an American town where all life-even human children-had been "silenced" from the deleterious effects of the poison. The reaction from the chemical industry was immediate. A major chemical manufacturer published a response to Silent Spring with a brochure that made fun of Carson's work. It described a world that was plagued by famine, disease, and insect swarms because chemical pesticides had been banned. In spite of this backlash, her careful work paid off. DDT was ultimately banned after President John F. Kennedy ordered a committee to investigate the effects of the chemical on the environment. But perhaps the most important legacy of her book was a new awareness of humanity's potential to inflict damage on the environment. Before the book, conservation had never garnered much public interest. But the problems that Carson wrote about-water contamination, cancer, and mass extinction-could not be ignored. For the first time, the urgent need to regulate industry to protect the environment became accepted. And from this, the modern environmental movement was born. What is the meaning of "deleterious," as used in the third paragraph of the passage?

The senator is a tireless advocate of political reform and genuinely wants to change the system.  Which of the following is the closest in meaning to "advocate" as used in the sentence above?

Arachnophobia: The Fear of Spiders Have you ever jumped at the unexpected sight of a black eight-legged spider? If you have, you are not alone. It has been estimated that as many as one in three women and one in four men have experienced varying degrees of arachnophobia, more commonly known as a fear of spiders. Since the term phobia means an extreme fear of a particular object or idea, not everyone who dislikes spiders has a phobia. In fact, the level of fear experienced by people with classic cases of arachnophobia include interruptions of daily life, such as refusing to clean the house in fear of finding a spider or cobweb. Although the exact reason behind society's fear of spiders is still up to question, scientists have provided various theories that shed light on the possible reasonings behind the phenomenon. One theory, for example, dates back to our ancestors. While most spiders do not pose a serious risk to humans, they are in some way venomous, and a fear of spiders in Paleolithic times may have helped humans survive and reproduce. Other scientists, however, disagree with this theory, since fears of deadlier animals and insects (such as scorpions and tigers) are not as common as arachnophobia. Some scientists have also posited that the fear of spiders came about from negativity regarding the species that has been passed down through generations. In other words, even if most spiders aren't deadly, people have been taught to have strong, negative reactions to them throughout history. Psychologists have put forth two major cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT) aimed at helping those experiencing the potentially debilitating effects of arachnophobia, which can include not being able to go to work or perform daily tasks. The first CBT technique, known as Cognitive Reframing, helps change the way a patient perceives various triggers. The goal of this technique is to change one's physical reaction to spiders, thus eliminating the severity of the phobia. Those who undergo this therapy are encouraged to challenge the fearful thoughts associated with spiders and replace them with positive thoughts. Systematic Desensitization, on the other hand, is a product of classical conditioning and behavioral therapy. This therapy includes relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation, which seek to calm stressful physical responses to the phobia. In more intense cases of arachnophobia, however, antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications are prescribed as a way to coincide with the effects of CBT therapy and offer additional support. Psychologists believe that the combination of medication and CBT therapy could lead to quicker, more stable results in patients. Interestingly, virtual reality therapy, which includes fake, virtual representations of phobias, may be just as effective as traditional treatments. However, a virtual eight-legged spider is not as scary as the real thing! Which of the following describes the author's purpose for writing the passage?

Use the map below to answer the question. Which of the following structures is located closest to Ocean Center?

The politician's remarks only inflamed an already dangerous situation. What is the meaning of the word "inflamed" in the sentence above?

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