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For numbers 1 - 5, read the paragraph.
Then choose the sentence in each that does not belong.
1. Paragraph A
(1) Accidents often occur if tools and materials are used carelessly. (2) For example, if safety guards on a power tool are not in place, you might be seriously injured. (3) If safety becomes a habit, your job will be safe. (4) Adjust the tool before plugging it in.
Answer: D
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
2. Paragraph
B
(1) Childcare workers deserve higher pay. (2) Raising children
can be a full-time occupation. (3) They work hard all day taking
care of our most precious possessions. (4) They are not justly compensated
for the demanding work they do.
Answer: B
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
3. Paragraph
C
(1) Textbooks have reference pages to help you find what you need. (2) Using the table of contents and the index will assist you in finding information in the book. (3) The last entry in the glossary is X-ray. (4) Using the glossary will help you find out what a word means.
Answer: C
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
4. Paragraph
D
(1) The doctor performing the procedure is prescribing medication.
(2) Procedure manuals help you to solve a problem. (3) They give
possible solutions. (4) To use them correctly, you need to interpret
them and draw appropriate conclusions.
Answer: A
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
5. Paragraph
E
(1) Electricity has two forms. (2) One of them is "static;" it
stays in the same place. (3) The other form is "current;" it flows
through things. (4) We use electricity to light our homes.
Answer: D
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
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For numbers 6 - 15, read the paragraph.
Then choose the sentence that best serves as the topic sentence.
6. Paragraph
F
_______________. Look at Jack. First, he worked as a travel agent.
Then he worked as a tour guide and part-time travel writer. Now,
he runs his own company, which specializes in off-beat vacations.
Answer: A
A. Many people have more than one career in the course of their lives.
B. Have you ever thought of being a travel agent?
C. Think about what kind of career you would like before you start your course of study.
D. A career as a travel agent was the only one Jack wanted.
7. Paragraph
G
_______________. If a car won't start, check to make sure the battery is charging properly. Next, check the battery cables to make sure they are tightly connected. Then, check the terminals to see if they are clean. If that doesn't work, test the electrical system.
Answer: C
A. The problem is a small amount of corrosion.
B. At this point, there is enough electrical energy in the battery.
C. As a mechanic, you must trouble shoot.
D. Replace the positive terminal cable first.
8. Paragraph
H
_______________. A cant hook helps to move logs short distances. A peeling spud looks like a shovel. Log dogs are iron bars with a pointed end. These tools can be found in antique shops.
Answer: D
A. Antique shops are often made of logs.
B. Chain saws are dangerous if you don't know how to use them.
C. Abe Lincoln lived in a log cabin in Illinois.
D. The chain saw has replaced many of the tools that were once used to construct log houses.
9. Paragraph
I
_______________. Juvenile diabetes, or type one, occurs in children and teenagers. Adult onset diabetes, or type two, affects people over thirty. Gestation diabetes is seen in pregnant women.
Answer: C
A. Some types of diabetes are temporary afflictions.
B. Many cases of diabetes go undiagnosed.
C. There are several types of diabetes.
D. Diabetes is a treatable disease.
10. Paragraph
J
_______________. First, I studied to be a stonemason. The building
industry slowed down and I was let go. Then, I tried a sales position,
but the company that hired me went bankrupt. Now, I'd like to go
into my own business, but I can't afford the start-up costs.
Answer: C
A. For me, staying on a job is easy.
B. I used to want to be an electrician.
C. I can't seem to select a job that will give me security.
D. I have liked working outdoors.
11. Paragraph
K
_______________. To be an employee at his firm, a person must have at least five current references. He or she must have at least three years' experience in the advertising field. He or she must go through an intense interview. In addition, the person must create a "mock" advertising campaign.
Answer: B
A. My husband advertises his firm.
B. My husband's advertising firm is very particular about whom it hires.
C. A "mock" campaign would be interesting.
D. Five current references are necessary for an intense interview.
12. Paragraph
L
_______________. There has been an increase in single-parent families. More women are working and infants are being put in day care. Also, many couples are having children later in life.
Answer: D
A. Many contemporary families have only one child.
B. Day care is an American structure.
C. Working women are increasing the economic structure of America.
D. The structure of American family life has changed.
13. Paragraph
M
_______________. After measuring and mixing the ingredients, he has to work the dough. The dough then has to rise. After the dough rises, it needs to be covered. Two hours later, it has to be kneaded again. At last, the dough is ready to be put in the oven and baked.
Answer: A
A. It takes the baker almost a day to bake bread.
B. The bread is baked for thirty minutes at 250 degrees.
C. The baker places the bread in a warm area before he adds the yeast.
D. If you want to make bread, be a baker.
14. Paragraph
N
_______________. The paint is peeling. There are two broken windows. It needs new tires. Even the horn and windshield wipers don't work.
Answer: B
A. My car needs a new transmission.
B. My car is in terrible shape.
C. My car gets great mileage.
D. My car has an engine problem.
15. Paragraph
O
_______________. Each patient is returning to a different type of home life. Some might need more discharge planning than others. Hospital workers must be aware of the needs of each patient. As much patient assistance as necessary must be provided.
Answer: C
A. Discharge planning may include services outside the hospital.
B. A written discharge order is needed before the patient is released.
C. Discharge from the hospital may be a difficult time for the patient.
D. The discharge planning requires a doctor's written order.
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