Choose the letter of the statement which is TRUE, based on the information provided in the sentence in italics. She can hardly see it.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows. Passage #1:  Those who specialize in the study of language claim that no two people speak a language in precisely the same way. An individual’s version of a language is called an idiolect. Groups of speakers–separated from other groups by geographical, social, or economic barriers–also develop language habits peculiar to their own group. Such group differences are called dialects. Each person in a small town in Maine might speak his or her own idiolect, but the people of the town as a group will speak a dialect quite different from that spoken in a small town in Kentucky. Question:  The main purpose of the passage is to _____.

Do you think it is important for people to know how to read well? Explain. Your answer should be a minimum of five grammatically complete sentences.  Check the grammar carefully.

Below, the two sentences have an implied logical relationship. Read each pair of sentences and the question that follows.  Choose the letter of the answer that identifies the relationship. The Navajos work with turquoise to make Native American jewelry of unparalleled quality. The Zunis use inlaid materials such as carnelian and mother-of-pearl to create the finest Native American jewelry. How are these sentences related?

Choose the letter of the best word or phrase to substitute for the (blank). Because the evidence is now overwhelming, there can ____________ be any doubt that Moseby is guilty.

Choose the letter of the statement which is TRUE, based on the information provided in the sentence in italics. You can’t come without a ticket.

Read the passage and answer the question that follows. Choose the letter of the answer. Passage #3: With all those vast mesas and miles of open land in the Southwest, you might think that finding a private resort, where you can relax in the calm stillness of the desert landscape, would be a simple matter. Unfortunately, this is not the case. There are many mirages out there; during a recent trip, I saw scores of so-called desert resorts where cars outnumbered the cacti and neon outshone the stars. If you are looking for a calm vacation spot, far away from fast food restaurants, traffic, and the bustle of ordinary life, you might need to look elsewhere.  Question:  The author uses the word “mirages” in the last sentence to suggest _____.

Choose the letter of the best word or phrase to substitute for the (blank). After all other attempts failed, the police were ____________ able to solve the mystery with the help of a psychic.

Why have some countries prospered economically while others have not?  Your response should integrate at least three or four of the main themes and topics studied in this class.  Use specific examples of advanced, emerging market, and developing countries in your response.

Which term was defined as the withdrawal of a part from its normal position?