Letter from the Chair of Elkinsville Ecological Society Many of you have heard about the proposed northward expansion of the interstate, which currently ends just south of Elkinsville, in the recent debate over how this work will go forward, the focus has been on weighing economic costs and benefits. Indeed, many local politicians claim to favor the project because it will bring jobs in the short term and more visitors to Elkinsville in the long term. These politicians also argue that the proposed plan is the least environmentally damaging way to expand the highway farther upstate. This cannot be true, however, since the proposed expansion involves not just the widening of existing roads, but also the construction of more than a dozen miles of new-terrain highway     Which of the following statements can be supported by evidence from the passage?

A. Politicians in Elkinsville will win their efforts to approve the northern expansion of the interstate highway.

B. A detailed environmental study of the northern expansion of the interstate has been conducted by the Elkinsville Ecological Society.

C. There are no Elkinsville Environmental Society members among the city's politicians

D. The Elkinsville Ecological Society will continue to oppose the northern expansion of the interstate.

Answer Explanation:

This is evident from the passage where the Chair of the Elkinsville Ecological Society expresses disagreement with the claim that the proposed expansion is the least environmentally damaging way to expand the highway, citing concerns about the construction of new-terrain highway.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.

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 statements from the passage offers evidence that female cicadas do not have tymbals attached to their abdomen?

A. "The cicada is a large, loud insect

B. "The female deposits the eggs into the bark."

C. "Female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing..."

D. "The male cicada makes a strident, high buzzing by vibrating two membranes on its abdomen called tymbals."

Answer Explanation

This statement explicitly states that female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing sound produced by male cicadas, which is created by vibrating the tymbals on their abdomen. This implies that female cicadas do not possess these structures.
Q #2: Letter from the Chair of Elkinsville Ecological Society Many of you have heard about the proposed northward expansion of the interstate, which currently ends just south of Elkinsville, in the recent debate over how this work will go forward, the focus has been on weighing economic costs and benefits. Indeed, many local politicians claim to favor the project because it will bring jobs in the short term and more visitors to Elkinsville in the long term. These politicians also argue that the proposed plan is the least environmentally damaging way to expand the highway farther upstate. This cannot be true, however, since the proposed expansion involves not just the widening of existing roads, but also the construction of more than a dozen miles of new-terrain highway.     Where is it most likely that readers would encounter this text?

A. The opinion section of the Elkinsville Daily Eagle newspaper

B. A brochure from the Elkinsville Chamber of Commerce

C. A tenth-grade science textbook at Elkiraville High School

D. A flyer on a bulletin board at Elkinsville City Hall

Answer Explanation

The passage presents a viewpoint from the Chair of the Elkinsville Ecological Society regarding the proposed expansion of the interstate highway, which is typically the kind of content found in opinion sections of newspapers, where various perspectives on current issues are shared and discussed.
Q #3: Dear Aunt Suzanne I have a few minutes before I get on the bus from Galway back to Dublin and wanted to tell you how my class trip to Ireland is going. We just spent 2 days on Inis Mor, the largest of the Aran Islands, which are just off the central west coast of Ireland. We took a ferry from Galway, a ride that takes about an hour and was quite gray and stormy. For an island that is only about 12 square miles, there is a lot to do and see on Inis Mor! After eating steak and vegetable stew and brown bread with butter, we went to the sweater market, where all kinds of woolen products are sold. The Aran Islands are known for their wool because sheep thrive here and generations have used woolen sweaters and hats to survive long cold days of fishing on the open sea. In fact, I learned that each family or clan has its own signature knitting pattern and some are able to tell which family someone belongs to by the pattern of their sweater! The Healy pattern is an interesting combination of twists and braids, and I found you a birthday souvenir with a beautiful example The next day, we rented bicycles and toured the island. We say ancient ruins, a prehistoric hill fort, and a white sand beach. We also cimbed down to a mysterious rack formation known as "The Worm Hole." a rectangular hole in a stone shore that fills with thrashing waves and looks like it houses a terrible serpent (see attached photo). The Worm Hole was difficult to find, and when we stopped someone for directions, she only spoke Gaelic! Sometimes this island seems stuck in an earlier time. I'm excited to see you when I get home. I have lots more pictures to share! Which of the following sentences accurately summarizes the passage?

A. In an email to her aunt, Eva reports that the Aran Islands contain a strong agricultural community with long-standing traditions

B. In an email to her aunt, Eva brags about touring Ireland and the extravagant purchases she has made there.

C. In a personal trip abroad, Eva is focused on seeing as much as possible in a short amount of time and gathering souvenirs for everyone she knows.

D. On a school trip to Ireland, Eva has spent time in the Aran Islands, where she has learned about the culture and visited several significant

Answer Explanation

This summary accurately captures the main points of the passage. It highlights that Eva is on a school trip to Ireland, specifically mentioning her time on the Aran Islands. It emphasizes Eva's cultural experiences and visits to significant sites, such as the sweater market, ancient ruins, hill fort, and the Worm Hole. Additionally, it reflects Eva's enthusiasm for sharing her experiences with her aunt.

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