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Section 71<br />

Practice Test Three<br />

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16. Which example would be most appropriate to add<br />

to <strong>the</strong> list of bacteria's effects in paragraph 4?<br />

(A) Bacteria contribute carbon dioxide to <strong>the</strong><br />

atmosphere.<br />

(B) Bacteria produce enzymes used to manufacture<br />

laundry detergent.<br />

(C) Bacteria are responsible <strong>for</strong> mildew in humid<br />

places.<br />

(D) Bacteria are used to aid in digestion.<br />

(E) Bacteria coat different surfaces with a slimy<br />

substance called a "biofilm."<br />

17. Which of <strong>the</strong> following industries are both helped<br />

and harmed by bacteria, according to <strong>the</strong> passage?<br />

I. Agriculture<br />

II. Cheese manufacture<br />

III. Canning foods<br />

18. The passage indicates that which industry is<br />

supported by <strong>the</strong> actual dangers of bacteria?<br />

(A) mining<br />

(B) cheese manufacture<br />

( C) sewage treatment<br />

(D) <strong>the</strong> antibacterial industry<br />

(E) agriculture<br />

19. The tone of <strong>the</strong> passage is primarily one of<br />

(A) scientific exhilaration<br />

(B) dry humor<br />

( C) conservative criticism<br />

(D) in<strong>for</strong>med appreciation<br />

(E) mild disapproval<br />

(A) I only<br />

(B) II only<br />

(C) II and III only<br />

(D) I and II only<br />

(E) I, II, and III<br />

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