fgg Questions 1-10 The White House, the official home of the United States president, was not built in time for George Washington to live init Tt was begun in 1792 and was ready for its first inhabitants, President ‘and Mrs, John Adams, who moved in on November 1, 1800. When the Adamses moved in, the White {Line House was not yet complete, and the Adamses suffered many inconveniences; for example, the main (5) staircase was incomplete, which hindered movement from floor to floor, and the future laundry yard was merely a pool of mud, so wet laundry was hung in the unfinished East Room to dry. Thomas Jefferson, the third president, improved the comfort of the White House in many respects and added ‘new architectural features such as the terraces on the east and west ends. : ‘When the British forces burned the White House on August 24, 1814, President Madison was (10) forced to leave. Al that remained after the fire was the exterior walls; the interior was completely destroyed. It was not until December of 1817 that the following president, James Monroe, was able to ‘move into a rebuilt residence. Since then, the White House has continued to be modified but has been ‘continuously occupied by each succeeding U.S. president. 1. Which of the following would be the most 4. It can be inferred from the passage that appropriate title for this passage? John Adams was (A) George Washington's Life in the (A) the first president of the United White House States. (B) The Buming of the White House (B)_ the second president of the United (©) The Early History of the White House States {D) Presidential Policies of Early US. (C) the third president of the United Presidents States (D) the fourth president of the United 2. Why did George Washington NOT live in States the White House? 5. The author most likely discusses the {A)_ Ithad been burned by the British. Lahn tir meest borsete (B) He did not like the architectural features, (A) show the elegance of the new White (©) He did not want to suffer the House inconveniences that the Adamses had (B) explain the architectural features suffered, ‘added by Jefferson (D)_ .Construction had not yet been (©) demonstrate what had to be rebuilt ‘completed. after the fire (D) provide an example of an 3. The word “inhabitants” in line 2is closest inconvenience in the White House (A) modifications 6. The word “hindered” in line 5 is closest in (8) moves: ane (©) residents (A) obstructed (D) celebrations (B) reinforced (©) retuned (D) favored Ea) (= )rmcnearerom3A3A4A34A343434343 7. The word “forces” in line 9 could best be replaced by (A) power (B) effort (©) military (D) energy According to the passage, which of the following best describes Thomas Jefferson's tenure in the White House? He had to flee the White House because of the war with the British. He was accepting of the many He removed the terraces that had bbeen added by Adams, He worked to improve the appearance and convenience of the White House. According to the passage, when James Monroe came to the White House, it had been (A) repressed {B) reconstructed (©) relocated (D) reserved ‘The paragraph following the passage most likely discusses (A) modifications by presidents who followed (B) the details of the destruction of the ‘White House by the British (©). James Monroe's policies as president (D) other presidents who were unable to occupy the White HouseLine 6) (10) (as) Fr) 3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3 Questions 11-22 Algae is a primitive form of life, single-celled or simple multiple-celled organism that is able to conduct the process of photosynthesis. Its generally found in water but can also be found elsewhere, {growing on such surfaces as rocks or trees. The various types of algae are classified according to pigment, ‘Blue-green algae, or Cranophyta, can grow at very high temperatures and under high-intensity light. This is a microscopic type of algae, and some species consist of only one cell. Blue-green algae is the oldest form of life with photosynthetic capabilities, and fossilized remains of this type of algae ‘more than 3.4 billion years old have been found in parts of Africa. : ‘Green algae, or Chlorophyta, is generally found in fresh water. It reproduces on the surfaces of ‘enclosed bodies of water such as ponds or lakes and has the appearance of a fuzzy green coating on the srater In large quantities, this type of algae may reproduce enough to give a green color to an entire lake. Brown algae, or Phaeophyta, grows in shallows, temperate water. This type of algae is the largest in size and is most recognizable as a type of seaweed: kelp is a type of brown algae that has grown to lengths of up to 200 feet. Its long stalks can be enmeshed on the ocean floor, or it ean float freely on the ‘oceans surface. Red algae, or Rhodophyta, isa small, delicate organism found in the deep waters ofthe subtropics, where it often grows with coral. This type of algae has an essential role in the formation of coral reefs {tsecretes lime from the seawater to foster the formation of limestone deposits 11, What is the author's main purpose? 15. Algae remnants found in Africa are (A). To show what color algae is (A) still flourishing {B) To differentiate the various {B) photogenic classifications of algae (©) extremely old (©) Todeseribe where algae is found (D)tedin color (D) To clarify the appearance ofthe different types of algae 16, Green algae is generally found (A) on the ocean floor 12. Which of the following is NOT true about Movil ea topiot newest need (©) throughout ponds and lakes (A) _Alltypes have only one cell. {D) surrounding enclosed bodies of water (B) It can be found out of water. (©) Itcan use photosynthesis 17, The word “coating” in line 10 could best be (D) tis not a relatively new form of life. replaced by " "in line 4 means. (A) clothing 13. The word “pigment” in line 4 tah ceo size (©) warmth (B) shape (D) sweater (©) composition (D) color 18. Brown algae would most likely be found a * epee (A) ontrees 14 Toe word cron in line 6 is closest te) Paes ese alee (©) onrocks (A) mechanical (D) inthe ocean (B) tiny (©) visual (D) bacterial PRACTICE TEST ONEa 3 AZAZAZ43A34343 19, The word “stalks” in line 15 is closest in 21. tt can be inferred from the passage that meaning to limestone deposits serve as the basis of (A) stems (A) coral reefs (B) eaves (B) red algae (©) flowers (©) subtropical seawater (©) branches (D) secret passages 20. According to the passage, red algae is 22. This passage would most probably be ieee assigned reading in a course on (B) huge (A) chemistry (©) fragile (B) physics (©) found in shallow water (©) botany @) zoology Ea PRACTICE TESTONE 35Line (5) (10) sp 36 3A3A3A343434343 Questions 23-31 Niagara Falls, one of the most famous North American natural wonders, has long been a popular tourist destination. Tourists today flock ta see the two falls that actually constitute Niagara Falls: the 173-foohigh Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side of the Niagara River in the Canadian province of ‘Ontario and the 182-foot-high American Falls on the U.S. side of the river in the state of New York. [Approximately 85 percent of the water that goes over the falls actually goes over Horseshoe Falls, with the rest going over American Falls. ‘Most visitors come between April and October, and itis quite a popular activity to take a steamer ‘out onto the river and right up to the base of the falls For a close-up view. Itis also possible to get a spectacular view of the falls from the strategic locations along the Niagara River, such as Prospect Point or Table Rock, or from one of the four observation towers which have heights up to 500 feet. ‘Tourists have been visiting Niagara Falls in large numbers since the 1800's, annual visitation now averages above £0 million visitors per year. Because of concern that all these tourists would inadvertently destroy the natural beauty of this scenic wonder, the State of New York in 1885 created ‘Niagara Falls Park in order to protect the land surrounding American Falls. A year later Canada ‘created Queen Victoria Park on the Canadian side of the Niagara, around Horseshoe Falls. With the Srea surrounding the falls under the jurisdiction of government agencies, appropriate steps could be taken to preserve the pristine beauty of the area. 23, Whatis the major point that the author is 25. According to the passage, which of the making in this passage? following best describes Niagara Falls? (A). Niagara Falls can be viewed from (A) Niagara Falls consists of two rivers, either the American side or the ‘one Canadian and the other Canadian side American {B)AWipto the US. isn't complete (B) American Falls is considerably higher ‘without a visit to Niagara Falls, than Horseshoe Falls. (©). Niagara Falls has had an interesting (C) The Niagara River has two falls, one history in Canada and one in the US. {D)_Ithas been necessary to protect (D) Although the Niagara River flows ‘Niagara Falls from the many through the U.S. and Canada, the tourists who go there. falls are only in the US. 24, ‘The word “flock” in line 2 could best be 26, A“steamer" in tine 7 is probably pee (a) abus (A) come by plane (B) aboat (B) come in large numbers (©) awalkway (©) come out of boredom () apark {D) come without knowing what they will see PRACTICE TEST ONE3A3A3ZA3A43434343 27. 29. ‘The expression “right up” in line 8 could 30. best be replaced by (A) tumto the right (B) follow correct procedures (©) travel upstream (D)allthe way up ‘The passage implies that tourists preferto. 31 a ® © o visit Niagara Falls during warmer ‘weather see the falls from a great distance take a ride over the falls come to Niagara Falls for a winter ‘vacation ‘According to the passage, why was Niagara Park created? (A) Toencourage tourists to visit Niagara Falls ‘To show off the natural beauty of Niagara Falls, ‘To protect the area around Niagara Falls ‘To force Canada to open Queen Victoria Park @ © o PAR Sic ‘The word “pristine” in line 17 is closest in meaning to a @ © @) pure and natural highly developed well-regulated overused, ‘The paragraph following the passage most probably discusses (A) additional ways to observe the falls (B) steps taken by government agencies to protect the falls {© a detailed description of the division of the falls between the U.S. and Canada (D)_ further problems that are destroying. the area around the falls,343 48 OA Questions 32-41 Herman Mehille, an American author best known today for his novel Moby Dick, was actually ‘more popular during his lifetime for some of his other works. He traveled extensively and used the knowledge gained during his travels as the basis for his early novels. In 1837, at the age of eighteen, Line Melville signed as a cabin boy on a merchant ship that was to sail from his Massachusetts home to (5) Liverpool. England. His experiences on this trip served as a basis for the novel Redburn (1849). In 1841 Melville set out on a whaling ship headed for the South Seas. After jumping ship in Tahiti, he wandered around the islands of Tahiti and Moorea. This South Sea island sojourn was a backdrop to the novel ‘Omoo (1847). After three years away from home, Melville joined up with a U.S. naval frigate that was returning to the eastern United States around Cape Horn. The novel White Jacket (1850) describes this (40) lengthy voyage as a navy seaman. With the publication of these carly adventure novels, Melville developed a strong and loyal following among readers eager for his tales of exotic places and situations. However, in 1851, with the publication of Moby Dick, Melville's popularity started to diminish. Moby Dick, on one level the saga of the hunt for the great white whale, was also a heavily symbolic allegory of the heroic struggle of (25) humanity against the universe. The public was not ready for Melville's literary metamorphosis from romantic adventure to philosophical symbolism. Its ironic that the novel that served to diminish | ‘Melville's popularity during his lifetime is the one for which he is best known today. |! 32. The main subject of the passage is 35. The word "basis" in line 5 is closest in (A) Melville's travels et (B) the popularity of Melvill’s novels (A) foundation (©) Melville's personal background (B) message (D) Moby Dick (©) bottom (D) theme 33. According to the passage, Melville's early novels were 36. The passage implies that Melville stayed in (A) published while he was traveling Sateateadaeee (B) completely fictionat (A) he had unofficially left his shi (©) all about his work on whaling ships (B) he was on leave while his ship was in (D) based on his travels port (©) he had finished his term of duty 34, In what year did Melville's book about his (D)_ he had received permission to take a ‘experiences asa cabin boy appear? vacation in Tabi @ ter 37. AVrigate™ inline 8 is probably (c) 1347 (A) an office (D) 1849 (B) aship (©) atroop (D) atrain fesovoresics } 38 PRACTICE TEST ONEZB AZ AZ AZ A3ZA3 A343 38, 39. The expression “a strong and loyal 40, following” in lines 11-12 could best be replaced by (A) anending (B) aresolution (©) results (D) fans aL How did the publication of Moby Dick affect Melville’ popularity? (A) His popularity increased immediately. (B) _Ithad no effect on his popularity. (©) It caused his popularity to decrease. (D) His popularity remained as strong as. ‘According to the passage, Moby Dick is (A) a romantic adventure (B) a single faceted work (C) a short story about a whale (D) symbolic of humanity fighting the environment ‘The word "metamorphosis" in line 15 is closest in meaning to (A) circle (B) change (C) mysticism (D) descent > PRACTICE TEST ONE 39343434343434343 Questions 42-50 The Works Progress Administration (WPA) was formed in 1935 during the height of the Great Depression as part of President Franklin Delano Roosevelts New Deal package to bring the economy around and provide relief for the millions of unemployed throughout the country: the eval of the 115) Taam was © maintain peoples skills and respect by providing work to as many as possible during (6) ‘this period of massive unemployment, For the cight years that the WPA was in enwtenee fag tates 1943 the WPA was responsible for providing jobs to approximately cight million people ats cose af ‘more than eleven billion dollars. [One of the more controversial programs of the WPA was the Federal Arts Project, a program to employ artists fulltime at such tasks as painting murals in libraries, theaters, train stations, and (10) sicports; teaching various techniques of art: and preparing a comprehensive study of Anenican aft, 42. This passage mainly discusses 46. The word “controversial” in line 8 is closest (A) the Great Depression Tee eter (B) the benefits of Franklin Delano (A) disputed Roosevelt's New Deal (B) successful (C) the New Deal and one of its (©) creative controversies (D) comprehensive (D) bankruptcy courts and soup kitchens. : 47. All the following probably helped to make 43. The word “package” in line 2 could best be the Federal Arts Project controversial replaced by EXCEPT that, (A) carton (A) the Federal Arts Project employed (B) secret gift many who would otherwise have (©) box been out of work {D) bundle of related items (B) train stations and airports were decorated with murals 44. According to the passage, the stated (©) the Federal Arts Project Purpose of the WPA was to (D) a tremendous study of American (A) create new American masterpieces (B) raise the standard of American art Shee eens (©) introduce new art techniques to the 48. The expression “centered on” in line 11 See rable: could best be replaced by () improve the economy (A) encircled 45. The word “massive” in line 5 is closest in (B) located on ‘meaning to (©) focused on (A) tremendous eras (B) rocky (©) clustered (D) dangerous E> 40 PRACTICE TEST ONE34343434343A343 49. When the author states that"... all that 50, Where in the passage does the author give could flourish were bankruptcy courts and examples of artsti Soup kitchens" he or she probably means aes (B) Lines 5-7 (A) banks and restaurants did well during (©) Lines 8- the Depression (D) Lines 11 (B) the poor could not afford to use nks or eat soup (C)_ the only organizations to thrive were those that dealt with the poor () many restaurants declared bankruptcy during the Depression This is the end of Section 3. CGO OOO Ityou finish in less than 55 minutes, check your work on Section 3 only. Do NOT read or work on any other section of the test.