Question

reading and writing
33 questions
the questions in this section address a number of important reading and writing skills. 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. each question has a single best answer.
1
in the early 1800s, the cherokee scholar sequoyah created the first script, or writing system, for an indigenous language in the united states. because it represented the sounds of spoken cherokee accurately, his script was easy to learn and thus quickly achieved ______ use: by 1830, over 90 percent of the cherokee people could read and write it.
which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
a) widespread
b) careful
c) unintended
d) infrequent
2
researchers have struggled to pinpoint specific causes for hiccups, which happen when a person’s diaphragm contracts ______. however, neuroscientist kimberley whitehead has found that these uncontrollable contractions may play an important role in helping infants regulate their breathing.
which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
a) involuntarily
b) beneficially
c) intentionally
d) smoothly

Explanation:

Question 19

The context states that by 1830, over 90 percent of Cherokee people could read and write the new script. This shows the script was used by almost all members of the group, so the word should describe widespread adoption.

Hiccups are described as "uncontrollable contractions" in the text, so the word should match this description of involuntary, unplanned movement.

Answer:

A) widespread

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Question 20