A. There are no Elkinsville Environmental Society members among the city's politicians.
B. Politicians in Elkinsville will win their efforts to approve the northern expansion of the interstate highway.
C. The Elkinsville Ecological Society will continue to oppose the northern expansion of the interstate.
D. A detailed environmental study of the northern expansion of the interstate has been conducted by the Elkinsville Ecological Society.
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The statement that can be supported by evidence from the passage is that "The Elkinsville Ecological Society will continue to oppose the northern expansion of the interstate." This can be inferred from the passage's focus on the Chair of the Elkinsville Ecological Society addressing the society's concerns about the environmental impact of the proposed highway expansion and the assertion that the proposed plan is not the least environmentally damaging option.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.
What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United States? You might be wondering why the media has featured it, but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas themselves from their underground refuge. Let's get oriented with some background on cicadas.
What is a cicada? A typical definition will at least tell you that the cicada is a large, loud insect with long transparent wings, mostly found in warm countries. A more detailed response might also inform you that cicadas have short antennae and wide-set eyes that jut out, with delicate, translucent wings - and that not only is the cicada loud, but few creatures make a louder sound. In fact, it is male cicadas that are the noisy ones, to the tune of 80 to 100 decibels, which is like the roar of a loud engine. This is because male cicadas make a strident, high buzzing by vibrating two membranes on their abdomen called tymbals, effectively turning its body into a kind of echo chamber or drum. Female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing, though they respond with a clicking sound when they are ready to mate.
Although there are several species of cicada, mating typically takes place in trees whereafter the female deposits the eggs into the bark. When the eggs hatch, the larval cicadas, called nymphs, drop to the ground and burrow. They then live as nymphs for most of their lives over 6 feet underground, with both male and female cicadas dying within weeks of their emergence from the soil. This is particularly true for North American cicadas, especially the Magiccodo, or periodical cicadas, which regularly...
Which of the following words does the author use to express a derogatory tone?
A. Noisy
B. Delicate
C. Roar
D. Predictable
The Correct Answer is A.The author uses the word "predictably" to convey a derogatory tone, suggesting that the cicadas are a nuisance.
Which of the following statements about the passage is true?
A. Folding in peanut butter must be done with an electric appliance.
B. Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously.
C. These cookies can be cooked in a microwave oven.
D. These cookies should be cooled on a baking rack.
The Correct Answer is B.in the passage, it is mentioned to "Beat egg white until foamy," which implies stirring them vigorously to achieve the desired consistency for the cookie recipe.
Peanut Butter Cookies
Grandma Harry 30 minutes Cookies/Desserts Makes 1 dozen
1 egg white
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup flour
Beat egg white until foamy. Stir in sugar, and beat again until softpeaks form. Gently fold in peanut butter and vanilla. Add flour in small increments until dough forms. Chill dough for at least 2 hours. Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on the cookie sheet. These are very fragile.
Which of the following statements is true?
A. After adding flour, the cookies are baked for 10 to 12 minutes.
B. Each ball of dough must be pressed down with a fork before baking.
C. The egg white and vanilla are beaten together in a bowl.
D. When beating the eggs and sugar, you shouldn't stop until soft peaks form.
The Correct Answer is B.Choice B: Each ball of dough must be pressed down with a fork before baking.
In the provided recipe for Peanut Butter Cookies, it mentions rolling the dough into balls, rolling them in sugar, and then pressing them down with a fork before baking. This step is necessary to create the classic crisscross pattern on peanut butter cookies and to help the cookies bake evenly. The other statements do not accurately represent the instructions given in the recipe.
Which of the following information sources contains copyright information for a given book?
A. Index
B. Table of contents
C. Publication page
D. Title page
The Correct Answer is C.Copyright information for a given book is typically found on the publication page, which is often located on the reverse side of the title page. It includes details about the copyright holder, publication date, and any copyright notices related to the book.
"The Santa Barbara Journal": Exciting news today from Vandenberg Space Force Base as it has ended its Delta IV Heavy rocket program to make way for the new Atlas V program. Riddled with difficulties, Delta IV Heavy saw only moderate success throughout its 21-year history. Developed on the heels of the last tragic Space Shuttle flight, expectations for the Delta IV Heavy have far exceeded their reality. Future hopes now lie with the Atlas V program developed by Lockheed Martin.
A social media post: @ggh723 The space program is an outdated use of taxpayer funds. We have enough problems on Earth to worry about what's happening in the universe.
Which of the following themes do the two above passages share?
A. Space travel inspires the populace to look beyond our planet.
B. Economics play an important role in society.
C. Technical innovation can sometimes lead to tragedies.
D. The space program evokes a variety of reactions.
The Correct Answer is D.The two passages share the theme that the space program evokes a variety of reactions. In the first passage, there is excitement about the new Atlas V program and disappointment over the challenges faced by the Delta IV Heavy program. In the second passage, there is criticism of the space program as an outdated use of taxpayer funds. Both passages reflect differing reactions and perspectives related to the space program.