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Part V: Practice-Review-Analyze-Practice
however, one can secure a vasculum (a metal
container to keep specimens fresh) and a
plant press. One can substitute any fairly airtight
bag or box for the vasculum and make a
press of scrap wood and blotters held together
by straps. A roll of newspaper or even
a large magazine often does as well as a carrier
of specimens that are merely being carried
for early identification.
14. Which of the following is the best
definition of paraphernalia as it is used
in the first sentence?
A. technical knowledge
B. experience
C. manual skill
D. equipment
E. stamina
15. According to the passage, why is it
preferable to make identifications in the
field?
A. to avoid having to transport
specimens
B. to have more specimens at hand
C. to prevent the deterioration of
specimens
D. to take advantage of natural light
E. to eliminate carrying heavy
equipment
16. A plastic bag is a suitable replacement
of a vasculum because it is
A. lightweight.
B. easy to see through.
C. inexpensive.
D. disposable.
E. airtight.
Read the passage below and answer the
question that follows.
The Jesuit Antonio Vieira, missionary, diplomat,
voluminous writer, repeated the triumphs
he had gained in Bahia and Lisbon in
Rome, which proclaimed him the prince of
Catholic orators. His 200 sermons are a mine
of learning and experience, and they stand
out from all others by their imaginative
power, originality of view, variety of treatment,
and audacity of expression.
17. The author’s attitude toward Vieira may
be described as
A. spiritual.
B. idolatrous.
C. indifferent.
D. admiring.
E. critical.
Read the passage below and answer the
question that follows.
The 55-mile-per-hour speed limit has not
only lowered the number of accidents, it has
also saved many lives. Yet, auto insurance
rates have not reflected this decrease.
Therefore, insurance companies are making
profits rather than lowering premiums.
18. This argument implies that
A. the 55-mile-per-hour limit is unfair.
B. auto manufacturers agree with
insurance companies’ policies.
C. insurance companies are taking
advantage of drivers.
D. saving lives is of more importance
than lowering premiums.
E. driving skills have improved
greatly since the 55-mile-per-hour
limit has been in effect.
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