1 Module 1 Reading Test 27 QUESTIONS | 32 MINUTES ‘The questions in this section address a number of important reading and writing skils. Each ‘question includes one or more passages, which may include a table or graph. Read each passage and question carefully, and then choose the best answer to the question based on. the passage(s) All questions in this section are multiple-choice with four answer choices. Fach question has a single best answer. ‘A mother’s mitochondria, an organelle found in many of the body’ cells, may be able to help her ailing children. A suggestion has been put forth to soak the blood cells of children with, mitochondrial disease in the mother’ healthy mitochondria, As early research shows . follov-up clinical trials will follow: ‘Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? A) aspiration B) potential ©) ability D) improbabilty Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions ‘Videoconferencing through platforms like Zoom and Google Hangouts has become a necessary form of communication in light of a greater move toward remote work. Along with this trend, a has developed which has become known as “videoconferencing fatigue?” resulting from a lack of work-life balance and family conflicts while working from home. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? A) miracle B) phenomenon ©) disaster D) caseAmerican painter Georgia O'Keeffe was for her beautiful and bright depictions of flowers. Though these gained her fame and recognition, a biographical essay of he life ‘written by Joan Didion, reflects the idea that (O'Keeffe may have been frustrated by the constant «demand from the public and her contemporaries 10 paint more flowers, when she was capable of painting a wider variety of objects and landscapes. ‘Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? A) B) ° D) despised renowned commended infamous werncvbranipublishers.com Module 265 Rococo att spread during the 1730s in Paris and was characterized by its pastel colors, depictions of frivolous scenes, ethereal atmosphere, and display of the aristocratic lifestyle. While these depictions were well-liked fora time, their popularity waned while the disparity among French classes created tension. Eventually this style fell out of grace completely once the French. Revolution began, and the lower classes revolted, resenting the difficult lifestyle they were forced to endure while the upper classes enjoyed a leisurely existence. Which choice bes states the main purpose of the text? A) To prove thatthe French Revolution was a direct reslt of Rococo art falling out of style B) To demonstrate that Rococo art was only appreciated for a brief time due to rising tension in French society of the 1700s, ©) To argue that Rococo art would have become more popular had it not been for the French Revolution. D) Toexplain that the aristocratic lifestyle of the upper classes displayed in Rococo art was unfair and needed to be overthrown.‘An experimental gene-editing therapy that alters the DNA of donor cells has proven effective in treating leukemia, The first patient to be treated ‘with this therapy, a 13-year-old giel who had. acute lymphoblastic leukemia, i in emission after receiving the genetically modified T-cell. ‘Though she still needs to be closely monitored, six ‘months after receiving the treatment she still had ‘no detectable cancer in her body. ‘Which choice best states the function of the underlined sentence inthe text as a whole? |A) Itelaborates on a claim that a new gene therapy that alters T-cells can cure various types of cancer B)_Itnotes a possibility of the new gene therapy ‘not having long-Tasting curing results ©) It provides further details about the success ‘of the new gene therapy in treating a specific type of cancer, D) Ivillustrates an example ofthe new gene therapy having long-lasting success in treating cancer, Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions Module 266 Scholars have analyzed the period of the Italian Renaissance (approximately 1350-1550 CE.) for aa number of diferent factors including its cause. ‘This erais particularly known fo interest in the arts, literature, and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome, with many ofits scholars becoming known as humanists. Asa result, numerous experts believe that one of the ‘most significant contributions to the growing love of individual earning during this ime period can be traced back to the invention ofthe printing press by Johannes Gutenberg, After its creation, ‘over the coming years, movable type allowed for the production of multiple copies of books that could be bought, sold, and distributed across Europe. increased, ‘Which choice best states the main purpose of the text? A) It argues that the Italian Renaissance is one of the most important time periods in world history. B)_Itexplains that most scholars believe that there are numerous reasons why the Italian Renaissance saw many people inspired to It discusses expert opinions on the origin of the Italian Renaissance with emphasis on the invention of the printing press. D) It presents findings that the invention of the printing press was the sole reason why the era of the Italian Renaissance transpired.bats have experienced both food shortage and habitat loss due to deforestation and climate change. This scarcity has led to bats relocating to urban and agricultural settings ‘where they can infect intermediate hosts with the Hendea virus. From there, the virus can be spread ‘to humans living closer to the bats, proving that climate change isa danger to not only wildlife but also humanity. Text 2 ‘The Hendra virus was first discovered in infected horses in Australia during the 1990s. Meanwhile, ‘horse trainer experienced flu-like symptoms and was diagnosed with the viru, later passing away from the illness. In the years following, ‘more outbreaks occurred with a least seven. people infected and four others dying from the disease, IFhumans experience further exposure to the disease it wil likely result in more deaths. Based on the texts, how would the author of Text 2 most likely respond to the theory discussed in Text 1? A) Itis inaccurate as it does not properly interpret the observations. B) It could be true, but more proof of bat migration into habitats near people needs to be found. ©) tis most ikely untrue since climate change ‘may not be the reason for Australian bat migration, D) It is most likely true as climate change further exposes humanity to the Hendra virus, werncvbranipublishers.com Module 267 Text 1 After the American Revolution, the frst wave of feminism gained popularity as proponents urged that women’ suffrage must exist ifthe nation were to be equal. Many of these feminists also began to argue for abolition of slavery. Some have theorized the reason these two injustices were supported by many ofthe same advocates was because both were associated with freedom and equality Text2 Many early feminists such as Susan B. Anthony and Lucretia Coffin Mott argued for a woman's right to vote and for an end to slavery. In her speech, The Law of Progress (1848), Mott argued that though slavery was increasing in America, people could still take heart that racial equality ‘was beginning to spread in other counties as slaves were being freed. Mott spent much of her life supporting freedom for her own sex and for the enslaved peoples of America Based on these texts, how would Mott and her peers (Text 2) most likely view the theories presented in Text 17 A) It is mostly accurate, as one can hardly advocate for the equality of a group of people ‘without supporting another that experiences injustice B)_Itmay seem believable; however, there are not ‘enough instances of early feminists arguing for abolition in order to prove the theory. ©) tis not reasonable despite some of the concrete examples provided. D) Itis probably true, but only applies to specific carly feminists and cannot be applied to the movement asa whole,1 Module Archeologist Thomas Rune Knudsen led a team that discovered remnants ofa Viking-era hall that likely dates back to the mid~"900s CE, He theorizes the area the hall was found on belonged to a family whose name is engraved on a runestone nearby. He anticipates evidence of adjacent houses will be found, along with land ‘that was farmed, ‘Which choice best states the main idea of the text? 'A) Evidence ofa Viking hall was found, while ‘more nearby Viking-era discoveries are being searched for. B) Remnants ofa Viking-era house and farmed Jand were discovered by an archeologist and his team, ©) Archeologist Thomas Knudsen hopes to find evidence of a Viking hall dating back to the “9008 CE, D) Thomas Rune Knudson believes that a Viking-era hall dating back to the ‘900s CE. belonged to a family whose name was inscribed on a stone nearby. Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions 268 ‘The following text is from Margaret Mitchells 1936 novel, Gone with the Wind, Scarlet O° Hara is the daughter of a Southern family in Georgia before the start of the American Civil War. “Scarlett © Hara was not beautiful, but men seldom realized it when caught by her charm as the Tarleton twins were. In her face, were too sharply blended, the delicate features ofher mother, a Coast aristocrat of French descent, and the heavy ones of her florid Irish father. But it was an arresting face, pointed of chin, square of jaw. Her eyes were pale green without a touch of hazel, starred with bristly black lashes and slightly tilted at the ends. [Above them, her thick black brows slanted upward, cutting a startling oblique line in her ‘magnolia-white skin —that skin so prized by Southern women and so carefully guarded ‘with bonnets veils, and mittens against hot, Georgia suns” Which choice best reflects the main idea of the text? A) The main character is not beautiful, but her features and grace still appeal to men, B) The main characteris beautiful and many amen give her attention as a result. ©) The main character has obtained her good looks from her Irish father and French mother. D) Her physical features are the aspect of her that most draws attention from men, like the Tarleton twins.“The Road Not Taken” ia poem written by Robert Frost in 1915. The poem reflects on the ‘theme that the decisions one makes can have a far-reaching impact on one’s future. ‘Which quotation from the poem most effectively reflects the theme? A) “Two roads diverged ina yellow wood And sorry I could not travel both’ And be cone traveler, long I stood) And looked down fone as far as Icould/ To where it bent in the undergrowth” B) “Then took the other, as ust as fair And hhaving perhaps the better claim,/ Because it was grassy and wanted wears/ Though as for that the passing there/ Had worn them really about the same” ©) “And both that morning equally lay/ In leaves no step had trodden black/ Oh, I kept the first for another day!/ Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if| should ever come back” D) “shall be telling this with a sigh/ Somewhere ages and ages hence:/ Two roads diverged in wood, and I—/I took the one less traveled by/ And that has made all the difference” werncvbranipublishers.com Module Economic sociologists have compiled data over the years of 1989-2010 to determine the potential connections between parental status and wealth, Findings suggest that due to societal pressure for home ownership when married and raising a family, these adults were more likely to own a home. Since home ownership isa key factor in Increasing wealth in the United States, evidence found that married parents had a greater amount cof wealth when compared to other household types. ‘Median wealth a by household type, 2016 and 2019 Which choice best describes data from the graph that support the researchers’ conclusion? A) Couples living together whether parents or nonparents had the lowest median wealth in the years 2016 and 2019. B)_ Parents’ average median wealth was higher in 2016 and 2019 than the average median ‘wealth of nonparents. ©) Married parents had a median wealth of over $90,000 in the years 2016 and 2019, D) Married nonparents had a median wealth of neatly $60,000 in the years 2016 and 2019.1 Module 1 Estimated Human Injuries and Deaths Caused by Captive Exotic Animals From 1990-2022 Animals Injuries [Deaths Big Cats 2a 20 Reptiles” 57 28 ‘All Other Exoctic [361 8 Animals Total 662 3 + Reptiles include sakes, jguanas, water dragons, and bearded dragons Advocates of owning exotic pets believe that by keeping unusual animals such as snakes, alligators, and chimpanzees they are providing safe home for these wild creatures that would otherwise live in dangerous habitats, However, ‘though they may be providing these animals with 4 safer home, most owners do not realize that they are puting thee own health and safety at risk. For instance, monkeys can transmit the ebola Virus, mos reptiles carry salmonella, and many others carry diseases lke rabies, herpes, and even the bubonic plague. However, there are safety concerns much more worrisome than disease ‘Which choice most effectively uses data from the table to complete the example? A) Owning reptiles like snakes have accounted {or roughly $7 injuries over approximately 30 years. B) Captive big cats have resulted in the death of approximately 20 people from 1990-2022. ©) Many types of exotic pets, other than big cats and reptiles, have injured 361 people in 32 years. D) The total number of deaths that have occurred by captive exotic animals is 91 over the last 32 years. Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions Studies have found that students who do not get enough sleep are ata higher risk for a number of health problems including obesity and diabetes, among other diseases and issues. Furthermore, the CDC found that anywhere between 30-40% of students are not geting the recommended amount of sleep. Despite this, most schools start the school day before 8:30 a.m. These findings imply that ‘Which choice most logically completes the text? A) The start ofthe average school day is not affecting a student’ sleep schedule as there are many other factors to consider. B)_ Obesity and diabetes in students can be directly linked to the school day starting too carly ©) Alater start time would most likely help students get the additional sleep they are missing and lead to a healthier life asa result. D) If schools started even earlier, it would encourage students to go to bed earlier and therefore, get more of the recommended amount of sleep.[Between 2011 and 2019, the US. dollar appreciated by approximately 23 percent and has continued this trend in the years following. Factors that, alobal investing, the US. central bank policy, and investor demands leaning towards the US. to this rise include ‘Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) have contributed B) ° D) contribute contributes will contribute Roughly 70 percent of Nigerian inmates are still awaiting trial. Some theorize that creating a portal system with a stored database would speed up this process due to its easy access, available materials related to the trials, and ability ‘Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) twallocating B) allocating ©) wallocate D) allocate wncranipublishers.com Module 271 Previously, geologists thought the Bering Land Bridge emerged earlier in the last Ice Age, Recent studies place it much later, in the Ice Age known as the Last Glacial Maximum, 35,700 years ago. around Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) appear B) appeared ©) appearing D) to appear A new method for creating crystalline materials using two or more elements by chemists, By using these elements, one of which cannot be meta, they can produce improved superconductors, batteries, magnets, and more Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) developed B) had developed ©) will develop D) hasbeen developed“Author Jean Craighead George’ time in the Alaskan wilderness observing the language of ‘wolves influenced her award-winning novel, Julie of the Wolves. Her first-hand experience with these animals taught her oftheir pack mentality ‘and the non-verbal communication they use to establish order. This was also noted by her main whose life was saved by these lessons while she was lost in the tundra ‘Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? |A) character, Julie B) character, Juli, ©) character Julie D) character Julie, ‘The stories of Greek mythology date back to the Bronze Age. The Greek gods such as Zeus and Aphrodite, who most are familiar with today, did not originate in the well-known tales by they were introduced in the 7th Century in Hesiod Theogony. Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) Homer: instead, B) Homer, instead, ©) Homer; instead D) Homer instead, Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions Module 272 During the Industrial Revolution, many factories ‘moved from rural areas to large cities. While this meant more opportunity and a better life for others, For example, an abundantly populated city life required people to live in small, crowded areas with poor health standards, Additionally, children. from impoverished families worked in dangerous environments for up to fifteen hours a day to help support their families it made life much more difficult for ‘Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? A) some B) some: ©) some, D) some: ‘An issue with our immunity as we age has been discovered as playing a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. the cerebrospinal fluid coats the brain in nutrients and immune protection, but can become dysregulated as people get older. ‘Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? A) Sill, B) Specifically, © Thus, D) Ultimately,For many years, astronomers believed that gamma-ray bursts (GRB) either lasted no longer than 2 seconds or for even less time. they were shocked when two NASA telescopes observed a GRB that lasted for 50 seconds. Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? AA) Understandably 3B) Surprisingly, ©) Interestingly, D) Conclusive American lawyer and politician Elliot Abrams stated that frst impressions are lasting and important. Sociologists have, studied the effect of first impressions. Research has been conducted to determine whether or not one’s clothing had an impact on treatment. The results determined that when individuals went into high-end retail stores dressed more formally, they ‘were given assistance immediately, while they received delayed assistance or even no assistance atall when dressed in clothing that appeared old, snexpensive, or substandard ‘Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition® A) although, B) also, ©) nevertheless, D) infact, werncvbranipublishers.com Module 273 While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: ‘© New observations found that particular supermassive black holes project jets of high energy partieles into space. ‘© Shockwaves are produced along the jets and contort magnetic fields, ‘© This accelerates the speed of light as particles escape. ‘* Astronomers observing this believe this is the reason why some black holes shine so brightly. ‘© Further research needs to be done to determine the details of how the light particles flow. “The student wants to explain the insights these new observations have provided. Which choice _most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal? A)_ New observations show that particles of light ‘escape from jets launched from some black holes B) Jets shooting from supermassive black holes project light that increases the speed of light. (©) By observing jets launching from supermassive black holes, astronomers have realized a possibility as to why certain black holes shine so intensely D) Astronomers have witnessed shockwaves from black holes that explain why the light particles accelerate the speed of light.Module 2 ‘While researching atopic, a student has taken the following notes: ‘© Demographic trends show that during the COVID-19 pandemic, minority groups ‘were disproportionately impacted in the US. ‘© Measures taken like lockdowns and social distancing created social and economic challenges despite contributing to public safety. ‘© A study was conducted from April 2020 to September 2022 noting a loss of ‘employment, food scarcity, housing insecurity, and unmet health services, Online surveys were taken from approximately 117 million US. households, ‘© Findings showed that non-Hispanic Black, non-Hispanic other minorities, and Hispanics were more likely to report struggles in these areas, “The student wants to make a generalization about the conclusions reached from a study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal? A) Social distancing and lockdowns implemented in the US. during the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to public safety ) Demographic research found that from April 2020 to September 2022, minority {groups were unequally affected economically and socially a a result of the COVID-19 pandemic measures. ©) Studies were conducted with roughly 117 million US, housing units during the COVID-19 pandemic. D) Research during the COVID-19 pandemic noted loss of employment, food scar housing insecurity, and limited health services at 117 million US. households. Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Questions 274Module 2 While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: ‘+ In 1983, Howard Gardner published an educational book teaching that people have eight intelligences ‘+ These intelligences ae Linguistic, Logical/Mathematical, Spatial, Bodily-Kinesthetic, Musical, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, and Naturalist ‘© He theorized that students have one or more intelligences. ‘© Gardner believed that many students struggled in school not because of lack of Intelligence, but because teachers were not engaging their intelligences. ‘© Gardner argued that in order to teach effectively, one must engage all ofthese intelligences in the classroom through various strategies. ‘The student wants to present this topic and its theory, Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal? AA) Students struggle in school because they are not being taught well, therefore, teachers ‘must doa better job in the classroom, B) Howard Gardner taught that students have multiple intelligences and that teachers need to use strategies to incorporate them into the classroom. ©) Howard Garnder taught that people have multiple intelligences and that to have more success, they must engage them. 1D) In 1982, Howard Gardner wrote a book about people having multiple intelligences and that no one is truly unintelligent. wncranipublishers.com 275