Question 1

On each side of the body, the brachiocephalic veins are formed by the union of which two veins?

Science

Options :

A : external jugular veins and subclavian veins

B : external jugular and internal jugular veins

C : common carotid and subclavian veins

D : internal jugular veins and subclavian veins

Answer: D

Question 2

According to the paragraph, how can students locate tutors/tutoring services?

When faced with a difficult academic task, many students turn to tutors for assistance. Tutors range widely

in specialty and cost, including tutors who focus exclusively on reading, and others who work in broad

categories such as general math. Tutors may be found in variety of ways, including checking with your local

school and seeking out prospective tutors online. When searching for a tutor, however, recognize that

different specialties may incur additional fees or charges. When selecting a tutor, consider establishing a

trial period to ensure personality types mesh well and services deliver what they promise.

Reading Practice

Options :

A : seeking out help from the student’s school and searching for tutoring services online

B : seeking help online or seeking help from a trusted friend or family member

C : reliable tutors are only found through local school tutoring programs

D : seeking help from a trusted friend or family member and contacting the local schools for tutoring services

Answer: A

Question 3

Sam is now 5 times as old as his son Paul. Four years ago, the product of their ages was 52.

Find their present ages.

Mathematics

Options :

A : Sam: 30 years; Paul: 6 years

B : Sam: 15 years; Paul: 2 years

C : Sam: 5 years; Paul: 30 years

D : Sam: 60 years; Paul: 30 years

Answer: A

Question 4

The artistry of cellist Yo Yo Ma is essentially __________; the melodic line rises __________, imbued with feeling and totally lacking in apparent calculation.

Reading Practice

Options :

A : carefree; stiffly

B : reserved; involuntarily

C : lyrical; passionately

D : detached; carefully

E : deliberate; methodically

Answer: C

Question 5

His brilliant prose style is sometimes __________ by his lapses into __________ respecting and pretentious languages.

Reading Practice

Options :

A : achieved; facile

B : extended; whimsical

C : disrupted; understated

D : anticipated; personal

E : marred; banal

Answer: A