Many teachers across the country are noticing the importance of film in the modern classroom. No longer is putting a movie on meant as an invitation for students to check out while the teacher does work at their desk. Films are a versatile medium, and can function as textbooks, pieces of literature, or pieces of art that can bring a new dimension to a student's learning. The teachers leading this charge know that teaching a film effectively means preparing lessons with the same amount of time and effort as any other days. A teacher could simply shut the lights and throw on the first 20 minutes of Steven Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan" because the class is studying World War II. Or, the teacher could spend a class period analyzing the scene with the class, looking at how Spielberg builds anxiety and tension, how he creates the chaos of the beach, and how he gets the audience to care for characters they haven't even met yet.   Which of the following is the author's overall conclusion concerning teachers using film in the classroom?

A. young teachers who use film in the classroom are doing their students a disservice

B. more teachers should show the opening scene of "Saving Private Ryan" in their classes

C. film can be great learning tools if they are used effectively in the classroom

D. films are a good tool for students who had reading difficulties

Answer Explanation:

This is supported by statements in the paragraph such as: Many teachers across the country are noticing the importance of film in the modern classroom. Films are a versatile medium, and can function as textbooks, pieces of literature, or pieces of art that can bring a new dimension to a student's learning. A teacher could simply shut the lights and throw on the first 20 minutes of Steven Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan" because the class is studying World War II. Or, the teacher could spend a class period analyzing the scene with the class, looking at how Spielberg builds anxiety and tension, how he creates the chaos of the beach, and how he gets the audience to care for characters they haven't even met yet.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.

Q #1: Start with the word MELIORATE. Remove the letter E from the end of the word.  Remove the letter E from the middle of the word. Remove the letter L from the middle of the word. Remove the letter I from the middle of the word. Add the letter A to the beginning of the word. Replace the letter T with the letter L. What new word has been spelled?

A. AMERCE

B. AMORAL

C. AMENITY

D. MELODY

Answer Explanation
Q #2: But man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible. Therefore, though the situation seems dark in the context of the confrontation between the superpowers, the silver lining is provided by amazing phenomenon that the very nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.   The phrase "Go to the brink" in the passage means __________

A. retreating from extreme danger

B. declare war on each other

C. advancing to the stage of war but not engaging in it

D. commit suicide

Answer Explanation

The passage suggests advancing to the stage of war by stating that: Nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.
Q #3: But man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible. Therefore, though the situation seems dark in the context of the confrontation between the superpowers, the silver lining is provided by amazing phenomenon that the very nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.   In the author's opinion _________________

A. huge stockpiles of destructive weapons have so far saved mankind from a catastrophe

B. superpowers have at last realized the need for abandoning the production of lethal weapons

C. mankind is heading towards complete destruction

D. nations in possession of huge stockpiles of lethal weapons are trying hard to avoid actual conflict

Answer Explanation

This is supported by the statements in the passage that: nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.
Q #4: A blood glucose test, or fasting PG test, is given after a patient has gone without food for at least eight hours. It's widely considered to be a reliable test, and it appears the results aren't affected by patient age or physical activity. Many doctors prefer this method of testing because it's easy, fast and inexpensive. In this context, RELIABLE means __________

A. noteworthy

B. benign

C. considerate

D. accurate

Answer Explanation

Accurate: consistently good quality or performance
Q #5: Attempted Assassination of Secretary Seward DETAILS OF THE DREADFUL TRAGEDY Official War Department, Washington April 15, 1:30 AM. Maj. Gen. Dis. This evening at about 9:30 PM. at Ford's Theatre, the President, while sitting in his private box with Mrs. Lincoln, Mr. Hamis, and Major Rathburn was shot by an assassin, who suddenly entered the box and appeared behind the President. The assassin then. leaped upon the stage, brandishing a large dagger or knife, and made his escape in the rear of the theatre. The pistol ball entered the back of the President's head and penetrated nearly through the head The wound is mortal The President has been insensible ever since it was inflicted, and is now dying. The pretense of having a prescription, was shown to the Secretary's sick chamber. The assassin immediately rushed to the bed, and inflicted two or three stabs on the throat and two on the face. It is hoped the wounds may not be mortal. My apprehension is that they will prove fatal. The nurse alarmed Mr. Frederick Seward, who was in an adjoining room, and hastened to the door of his father's room, when he met the assassin, who inflicted upon him one or more dangerous wounds. The recovery of Frederick Seward is doubtful. It is not probable that the President will live throughout the night. Gen. Grant and wife were advertised to be at the theatre this evening, but he started to Burlington at 6 o'clock this evening. At a Cabinet meeting at which Gen. Grant was present, the subject of the state of the country and the prospect of a speedy peace was discussed. The President was very cheerful and hopeful, and spoke very kindly of Gen. Lee and others of the Confederacy, and of the establishment of government in Virginia. All the members of the Cabinet except Mr. Seward are now in attendance upon the President. I have seen Mr. Seward, but he and Frederick were both unconscious. Edwin M. Stanton, Secretary of War.   Which of the following is NOT evidence of the author's credibility?

A. The author's position as the Secretary of War

B. The author's distinction between personal thoughts and known facts

C. The publication of the article in a reputable newspaper

D. The author's doubts that those who were injured will survive

Answer Explanation

The statement: The author's doubts that those who were injured will survive does not prove of the authors credibility
Q #6: Disequilibrium at the interface of water and air is a factor on which the transfer of heat and water vapor from the ocean to the air depends. The air within about a millimeter of the water is almost saturated with water vapor and the temperature of the air is close to that of the surface water. Irrespective of how small these differences might be, they are crucial, and the disequilibrium is maintained by air near the surface mixing with air higher up, which is typically appreciably cooler and lower in water vapor content. The turbulence, which takes its energy from the wind mixes the air. As the speed of wind increases, so does the turbulence, and consequently the rate of heat and moisture transfer. We can arrive at a detailed understanding of this phenomenon after further study. The transfer of momentum from wind to water, which occurs when waves are formed is an interacting-and complicated phenomenon. When waves are made by the wind, it transfers important amounts of energy-energy, which is consequently not available for the production of turbulence. The wind over the ocean usually does which of the following according to the given passage I. Leads to cool, dry air coming in proximity with the ocean surface. II. Maintains a steady rate of heat and moisture transfer between the ocean and the air. III. Results in frequent changes in the ocean surface temperature.

A. I only

B. II only

C. I and II only

D. I, II, and III

Answer Explanation

The air within about a millimeter of the water is almost saturated with water vapor and the temperature of the air is close to that of the surface water. Irrespective of how small these differences might be, they are crucial, and the disequilibrium is maintained by air near the surface mixing with air higher up, which is typically appreciably cooler and lower in water vapor content. The turbulence, which takes its energy from the wind mixes the air. As the speed of wind increases, so does the turbulence, and consequently the rate of heat and moisture transfer.
Q #7: Swimming has developed from a primal mode of movement to an advanced hobby and competitive sport. Exercising nearly every muscle group, swimming is a rigorous sport and requires intense training. In competitions swimmers typically contend for the fastest time to complete a certain distance by performing a specific swimming stroke. Also, swimmers work to build endurance and an ability to swim over long distances. Because swimming has developed into a highly intricate competitive sport, where one wrong technique can disqualify a participant, it is interesting to ponder how the sport will evolve for people in the future, either advancing into a progressive purpose or regressing to a primal mode of movement.   The structure of this passage could be best described in what way?

A. an activity narrowed to a specific purpose and expanded to consider future implications

B. an activity narrowed to a specific purpose and expanded to consider future deviations

C. a hypothesis tested against certain conditions, developed into a larger thesis

D. a supposition regarding the prospect of an activity, analyzed for viability

Answer Explanation

The paragraph begins by describing swimming and its evolution from a primal mode of movement to its development into an intricate competitive sport. The paragraph then expands to consider future deviations of whether swimming will advance into a progressive purpose or regressing to a primal mode of movement.
Q #8: Fasting PG test is most likely used to ___________

A. encourage the consumption of less sugar

B. identify blood disorders not detected by other tests

C. measure plasma glucose levels

D. save money on more costly medical procedures

Answer Explanation

Fasting PG test likely tests blood glucose levels in blood plasma when a person has gone without food
Q #9: But man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible. Therefore, though the situation seems dark in the context of the confrontation between the superpowers, the silver lining is provided by amazing phenomenon that the very nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.   "Irrepressible" in the second line means ____________

A. incompatible

B. strong

C. oppressive

D. unrestrainable

Answer Explanation

But man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible.
Q #10: An individual reading a book about the first emperor of China wants to find the first reference in the book to the Terracotta Army. Where should he or she look?

A. glossary

B. table of contents

C. afterword

D. index

Answer Explanation

An index is a list of items pulled together for a purpose.

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