McGraw-Hill's 3 Evolve Reach (HESI) A2 practice tests

Kathy A. Zahler

Chapter 3 A2 Practice Test 1 - all with Video Answers

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Section 1

Reading Comprehension

03:05

Problem 1

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The American Medical Association has identified preferred sweeteners.
B. High fructose corn syrup may be contributing to obesity in America.
C. Refined table sugar is a natural product, whereas corn syrup is manufactured.
D. Rats show a decided preference for high fructose corn syrup over other sweeteners.

Brenda Sanchez

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01:50

Problem 2

Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage?
A. HFCS and sugar share a biological structure.
B. HFCS is cheaper to use than sugar is.
C. HFCS is now used to sweeten a variety of products.
D. HFCS contains more calories than aspartame does.

Qudsiya Anis

Numerade Educator

Problem 3

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this essay?
A. To inform
B. To persuade
C. To entertain
D. To analyze

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03:05

Problem 4

Choose the best summary of the passage.
A. After extensive studies of HFCS and its effect on humans, scientists recommend its removal from grocery products.
B. A recent study on rats seems to confirm doctors' suspicions that HFCS is contributing to people's unhealthful weight gains.
C. Until more research is done on HFCS, people are better off using it than replacing it with refined sugar.
D. The AMA suggests that avoiding HFCS can have immediate, healthful results on overweight patients.

Brenda Sanchez

Numerade Educator

01:39

Problem 5

What does the term elasticity mean, as used in the second paragraph?
A. Firmness
B. Compactness
C. Flexibility
D. Rigidity

Ajay Singhal

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02:29

Problem 6

Which is the best title for this passage?
A. "How to Manage Hypertension Successfully"
B. "Doctors Discover the Hidden Dangers of Hypertension"
C. "Doctors Work to Understand the Causes of Hypertension"
D. "Causes, Symptoms, Complications, and Management of Hypertension"

Qudsiya Anis

Numerade Educator

02:29

Problem 7

Which of the following statements is an opinion?
A. Obese people are at risk for hypertension.
B. Losing weight can decrease blood pressure.
C. Older people must pay attention to their blood pressure.
D. Blurred vision or dizziness may be a sign of hypertension.

Qudsiya Anis

Numerade Educator

Problem 8

Which statement would not be inferred by the reader?
A. Maintaining a healthy weight may help to prevent hypertension.
B. There is presently no reliable treatment for hypertension.
C. Your ethnicity may contribute to your risk for hypertension.
D. A 60-year-old is more likely to have hypertension than a teenager is.

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Problem 9

Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage?
A. Football and lacrosse players suffer the most concussions.
B. More than a million Americans a year suffer concussions.
C. Concussions may result in diminished alertness.
D. It may take longer to recover from a second concussion.

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01:51

Problem 10

What is the meaning of the word diminished as used in the first paragraph?
A. Miniature
B. Reduced
C. Recurrent
D. Hollow

Leonardo Filgueiras

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01:55

Problem 11

Choose the best summary of the passage.
A. No two concussions are alike. Some people may recover easily from concussion, while others may take weeks or months. In any case, receiving a second concussion too soon may mean a lengthy recovery.
B. When baseball players receive concussions, some take a long time to recover. Some may try to return to play too soon and receive a second concussion that ends their careers.
C. Although most athletes shrug off concussions, they would be wise to take them seriously. Multiple concussions can cause serious harm to the brain, which is rattled around in the skull with each injury.
D. Recovery from concussion is possible, but it is not always a good idea to return to play too soon. Some head injuries are called concussions but do not really qualify as such.

Joanna Quigley

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Problem 12

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this essay?
A. To entertain
B. To analyze
C. To reflect
D. To inform

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Problem 13

Which statement would not be inferred by the reader?
A. Athletes should be careful after a first concussion.
B. Severe headache after a fall may be a sign of concussion.
C. Sports-related concussions are riskier than other kinds.
D. Symptoms of concussion may linger for more than six months.

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04:27

Problem 14

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Bone pain is a typical sign of sickle-cell anemia.
B. Without enough oxygen, the body can break down.
C. Genetically inherited diseases affect thousands.
D. Sickle-cell anemia is a painful, inherited disease.

Caroline Jones

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Problem 15

What is the meaning of the word diligent as used in the last paragraph?
A. Dispersed
B. Incensed
C. Painstaking
D. Demanding

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Problem 16

Identify the overall tone of the essay.
A. Informal
B. Insensitive
C. Grim
D. Uplifting

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02:47

Problem 17

Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage?
A. People of African descent may be prone to sickle-cell anemia.
B. Symptoms of sickle-cell anemia may include abdominal pain.
C. The red blood cells of sickle-cell patients are unusually shaped.
D. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies may result in some anemia.

Dennis Howard

Numerade Educator

Problem 18

A reader might infer from this passage that ____________
A. most dangerous lead exposure happens later in life
B. doctors are concerned about what happens to the brain during aging
C. shinbones are good indicators of many health ailments or conditions
D. blood tests are the best way to measure individuals' lifetime lead exposure

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01:30

Problem 19

Which of the following statements is an opinion?
A. Smoking cigarettes today may lead to lung cancer later.
B. Doctors are studying the results of exposure to toxic elements.
C. People with dementia should be tested for lead exposure.
D. Researchers test the shinbone to look for built-up toxins.

Joanna Quigley

Numerade Educator

01:37

Problem 20

What is the meaning of the word exposed as used in the first paragraph?
A. Uncovered
B. Subjected
C. Visible
D. Divulged

Hubert Agamasu

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Problem 21

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Environmental toxins may have dire health effects over time.
B. Of three toxins studied, lead has the worst effect on health.
C. Toxins may accumulate in the bones of older patients.
D. Johns Hopkins University has discovered a new use for lead.

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Problem 22

Identify the overall tone of the essay.
A. Earnest
B. Negative
C. Self-satisfied
D. Skeptical

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Problem 23

What is the meaning of the word tolerance as used in the last paragraph?
A. Open-mindedness
B. Approval
C. Endurance
D. Generosity

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00:35

Problem 24

The passage lists all of these benefits of yoga EXCEPT.
A. improved circulation
B. strengthening of core muscles
C. stress reduction
D. fortification of immune system

Jessica Reyna

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Problem 25

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this essay?
A. To persuade
B. To entertain
C. To analyze
D. To reflect

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Problem 26

The passage mentions all of the following claims for the health benefits of super foods EXCEPT ________
A. lowering cholesterol
B. stabilizing insulin levels
C. building muscle mass
D. reducing blood pressure

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01:21

Problem 27

What is the meaning of the word unprocessed as used in the first paragraph?
A. Natural and untreated
B. Made of vegetable matter
C. Home grown
D. Uncirculated or undigested

Ishu Khandelwal

Numerade Educator

01:20

Problem 28

Which statement would not be inferred by the reader?
A. Instant oatmeal can be part of a healthful breakfast.
B. Blueberries are an especially healthful food.
C. Certain grains and dairy products are super foods.
D. Super foods are more expensive than processed foods.

Joanna Quigley

Numerade Educator

00:48

Problem 29

Which of the following statements is an opinion?
A. Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids.
B. Lentils are high in both protein and fiber.
C. Pomegranates are delicious and healthful.
D. Oats move slowly through the digestive tract.

Joanna Quigley

Numerade Educator

Problem 30

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Super foods are low in calories but provide essential nutrients that have enormous health benefits.
B. U.S. supermarkets should make a point of stocking up on powerful super foods.
C. Blueberries are a super food that contains a natural inflammatory as well as important vitamins and minerals.
D. Doctors now believe that daily inclusion of super foods in the diet can reverse the aging process.

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01:29

Problem 31

Which of the following is a conclusion that a reader can draw from this passage?
A. Aromatherapy is not a legitimate therapy by anyone's standards.
B. Lemon and lavender are not healthy scents to inhale or use.
C. More studies are needed to determine if aromatherapy is truly beneficial.
D. Adding aromatherapy to regular treatment will help speed healing.

Chris Dingman

Numerade Educator

00:47

Problem 32

What is the meaning of the word touted as used in the first paragraph?
A. Revealed
B. Glorified
C. Overcome
D. Deceived

Hubert Agamasu

Numerade Educator

Problem 33

Identify the overall tone of the essay.
A. Congratulatory
B. Uncertain
C. Annoyed
D. Distressed

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00:35

Problem 34

Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage?
A. Subjects were given mild stressors.
B. Lemon and lavender scents were tested.
C. Vanilla worked better than lemon for stress.
D. The study took place at Ohio State University.

Jessica Reyna

Numerade Educator

01:59

Problem 35

Which might be a good title for this passage?
A. "Everyone Should Run Barefoot"
B. "How to Prevent Running Injuries"
C. "Modern Road Surfaces Versus Barefoot Running"
D. "The Debate over Barefoot Running"

Brenda Sanchez

Numerade Educator

00:19

Problem 36

What is the meaning of the word consensus as it is used in the last paragraph?
A. Investigation
B. Purpose
C. Trepidation
D. Unanimity

Emily Himsel

Numerade Educator

02:57

Problem 37

Which statement would not be inferred by the reader?
A. Runners who take their shoes off may face some hazards.
B. Modern running shoes may increase the odds for injury.
C. Walking barefoot is good for the muscles and tendons.
D. Before 1950, even Olympic runners ran barefoot.

Meghan Mulcahy

Numerade Educator

04:30

Problem 38

Which of the following statements is an opinion?
A. Running barefoot is natural and advantageous.
B. The cost of modern running shoes keeps increasing.
C. Concrete sidewalks are harder than dirt paths.
D. The arch of the foot gives a spring to the step.

Samriddhi Singh

Numerade Educator

Problem 39

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Insufficient sleep can lead to obesity.
B. Insufficient sleep inhibits the natural release of human growth hormone in the human body.
C. Getting the proper amount of uninterrupted sleep plays a major role in the development of muscle.
D. Developing muscle growth is an effective way to stay healthy as we get older.

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00:44

Problem 40

The term satiety, as used in the last paragraph, can best be defined as ____________
A. a state of tiredness
B. a state of being satisfied
C. a state of being overloaded
D. a state of confusion

Liuxi Sun

Numerade Educator

03:41

Problem 41

In this passage, which of the following is not mentioned as a role of HGH in the human body?
A. Regulating the metabolism
B. Stimulating the immune system
C. Regulating leptin, an appetite-controlling hormone
D. Facilitating calcium retention

Norma Kimmel

Numerade Educator

Problem 42

What conclusion can the reader draw after reading this passage?
A. Getting uninterrupted sleep is more important than getting enough sleep.
B. Insufficient sleep may result in an increased risk for obesity.
C. Human growth hormone is not essential for muscle development.
D. Leptin is essential for building muscle.

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Problem 43

What is the main idea of the passage?
A. There are many positive effects of receiving direct exposure to sunlight.
B. The negative impacts of sunlight should not be ignored.
C. Vitamin D is integral for maintaining healthy bones and preventing diseases.
D. Vitamin $\mathrm{D}$ is synthesized by our bodies in reaction to direct sunlight.

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01:46

Problem 44

The term compelling, as used in the second paragraph, can best be defined as ___________
A. reasonable
B. convincing
C. common
D. worthwhile

Chris Dingman

Numerade Educator

Problem 45

What is the author's primary purpose in writing this essay?
A. To persuade
B. To reflect
C. To entertain
D. To analyze

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Problem 46

Identify the overall tone of the essay.
A. Confused
B. Confident
C. Disheartened
D. Disapproving

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01:49

Problem 47

Choose the best summary of the passage.
A. Light-skinned people need a maximum of 15 minutes a day in direct sunlight to achieve the benefits of the sun's rays. Darkskinned people may need far more time in the sun to reap the same benefits.
B. Spending too much time indoors can wreak havoc with your circadian rhythms, leach vitamin D from your bones, and damage your immune system. Exercising outdoors in direct sunlight or in a room with clear glass is recommended.
C. Although negative effects of sunlight are well known, people should be aware that some sunlight is necessary and beneficial. Exposure to sunlight increases vitamin D, improves sleep, and prevents hyperactivity of the immune system.
D. You can avoid direct sunlight but still reap the benefits of a day in the sun by using sunscreen or tinted glass. The effects of vitamin $\mathrm{D}$ are beneficial, so it is wise to spend some time outdoors while being fully protected from the dangerous rays.

Chris Dingman

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