1. Which of the following best orders these sentences to form a well-organized paragraph?
A. 4, 1, 3, 5, 2 Correct
B. 1, 4, 2, 3, 5
C. 2, 4, 1, 3, 5
D. 2, 1, 3, 5, 4
Explanation
The correct order to form a well-organized paragraph is: 4, 1, 3, 5, 2. Sentence 4 introduces the focus of the research project, followed by sentence 1, which provides an overview of the major systems explored. Sentence 3 then explains the discovery made, linking the systems together. Sentence 5 concludes the paragraph by explaining the choice made based on the new relationships, and sentence 2 provides the purpose and impact of the work, creating a coherent flow of ideas.
2. The athlete enjoyed the accolades of her teammates when she scored the winning goal. Which of the following words is the best synonym for the word 'accolades' in the sentence above?
A. Gratitude
B. Help
C. Songs
D. Praises Correct
Explanation
In this context, 'accolades' refers to expressions of approval or praise given to the athlete for scoring the winning goal. 'Praises' is the best synonym as it conveys the idea of admiration and recognition for the athlete's achievement, aligning with the positive recognition received by the athlete from her teammates for her success.
3. After being released from prison, she applied her felonious talents to bank robbery. Which of the following words is the definition of 'felonious' in the sentence above?
A. Expert
B. Criminal Correct
C. Financial
D. Prolific
Explanation
In the context provided, 'felonious' is used to describe talents applied to bank robbery, indicating criminal behavior. Therefore, the correct definition of 'felonious' in this context is 'Criminal.' Felonious is an adjective that refers to something related to or constituting a felony, a serious crime. The word 'criminal' aligns closely in meaning with 'felonious' in this context, making it the correct choice.
4. Which of the following statements requires a source citation?
A. In 2011, 736 million pounds of turkey were consumed in the United States. Correct
B. We have more than 10 types of pumpkin pie on our Thanksgiving menu each year.
C. In 2020, we slowly cooked our turkey over 200-degree heat in a hickory smoker.
D. It is common knowledge that millions of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving.
Explanation
Statement A provides a specific numerical figure regarding the consumption of turkey in 2011, which is a factual claim that would need to be supported by a credible source citation to verify its accuracy. Without a source citation, this information could be considered unsubstantiated. In contrast, statements B, C, and D do not present specific data or facts that would require a source citation. Statement B is a general claim about the types of pumpkin pie on a menu, statement C describes a cooking method without specific data, and statement D refers to common knowledge, which does not necessitate a source citation.
5. Which of the following is a complete sentence?
A. Walking away was Depak's response to a ridiculous request from his boss. Correct
B. None of the apartments that we visited today with the realtor.
C. Going to the store dressed in a Halloween costume with a full face of make-up.
D. Marked-down prices on all items at the garage sale.
Explanation
A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate. The sentence 'Walking away was Depak's response to a ridiculous request from his boss.' contains both a subject ('Walking away') and a predicate ('was Depak's response to a ridiculous request from his boss'), making it a complete sentence. In contrast, choices B, C, and D are sentence fragments as they are missing either a subject, a predicate, or both, making them incomplete sentences.