I sit on the headlands of Neah Bay, Washington, and watch a mother humpback and her calf slip through the icy Pacific waters. I recognize this whale by her distinctive tail pattern, as unique to this humpback as my fingerprints are to me. Once, heavy hunting using harpoons extirpated the species from the region, and only a ban on whaling allowed populations of humpbacks to recover As this gray female rises to the surface, she exhales, sending up a spout nearly 20 feet high. She rolls on her side and lifts her scalloped-edge flipper in salute, then slaps it on the water. I adjust my lens and take my shot. This is the only type of whale hunting i find acceptable-hunting with a camera. Which of the following statements conveys the main idea of the passage?

A. Humpback whale populations are finally recovering after nearly being wiped out.

B. This particular humpback whale has never been seen previously by the author

C. Humpback whales travel in waters near Washington.

D. Cameras and harpoons are both ways of hunting humpback whales

Answer Explanation:

This statement captures the central theme of the passage, which discusses the recovery of humpback whale populations in the region after facing severe threats from hunting.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

Q #1: What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United States? You might be wondering why the media has featured it, but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas themselves from their underground refuge. Let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. What is a cicada? A typical definition will at least tell you that the cicada is a large, loud insect with long transparent wings, mostly found in warm countries. A more detailed response might also inform you that cicadas have short antennae and wide-set eyes that jut out, with delicate, translucent wings and that not only is the cicada loud, but few creatures make a louder sound. In fact, it is male cicadas that are the noisy ones, to the tune of 80 to 100 decibels, which is like the roar of a loud engine. This is because male cicadas make a strident, high buzzing by vibrating two membranes on its abdomen called tymbals, effectively turning its body into a kind of echo chamber or drum, Female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing, though they respond with a clicking sound when they are ready to mate. Although there are several species of cicada, mating typically takes place in trees whereafter the female deposits the eggs into the bark. Wher the eggs hatch, the larval cicadas, called nymphs, drop to the ground and burrow. They then live as nymphs for most of their lives over 6 feet underground, with both male and female cicadas dying within weeks of their emergence from the soil. This is particularly true for North American cicadas, especially the Magicicodo, or periodical cicadas, which regularly emerge in intervals of 13 or 17 years, depending on the species and the location. This is why talk of cicadas in the media is as predictable as their emergence in the US. Which of the following perspectives can be inferred from the passage?

A. Cicadas and public interest about cicadas are inexplicable.

B. Cicadas and public interest about cicadas are inspirational

C. Cicadas and public interest about cicadas are cyclical,

D. Cicadas and public interest about cicadas are global

Answer Explanation

This inference can be drawn from the passage's mention of the predictability of cicadas' emergence from underground and the regular intervals at which periodical cicadas emerge. Additionally, the passage notes that the discussion about cicadas in the media emerges predictably, suggesting a cyclical pattern of public interest in cicadas.
Q #2: Question 45 of 45 Bakers' Heating & Air Conditioning Service We specialize in home air, water, and heat problems. No HVAC residential job is too big or small for our experienced team. Certifications: Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Call 1-800-555-1313 for fast service. Don't delay, call today. *St. Louis & Kansas City areas only*   For which of the following situations would this advertisement be useful?

A. A Kansas City business office has a problem with mold spores in its ventilation system.

B. A St. Louts resident's water heater just stopped working

C. A homeowner in Detroit wants to have a new shower installed.

D. A commercial builder needs electrical work performed for a national chain of restaurants.

Answer Explanation

The advertisement specifies that the services are for the St. Louis and Kansas City areas only, and it specializes in home air, water, and heat problems, which aligns with the issue of a malfunctioning water heater.
Q #3: Which of the following is the main purpose of a newspaper editorial written in support of education reform?

A. To persuade readers

B. To explain something

C. To express feelings or ideas

D. To entertain readers

Answer Explanation

Editorials often aim to convince readers of a particular viewpoint or course of action, in this case, advocating for education reform.

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