Question

15 what is the main idea of this passage?
a winning athletes have always used mental imaging.
b mental imaging can be used to enhance one’s athletic performance.
c mental imaging can and should be practiced by everyone.
d mental imaging is known to make athletes less anxious.

16 how does the author support her central argument?
a she quotes an expert and gives a real - life example.
b she uses statistics about mental imaging.
c she arranges her information from most to least important.
d she explains why the process is called imaging and not visualization.

17 in which lines does the author least explain how to practice imaging?
a lines 1 through 4
b lines 7 and 8
c lines 18 through 42
d lines 43 and 44

18 which of the following sentences shows that mental imaging is not just for professional athletes?
a “... experts agree that imaging has noticeable, positive effects.” (lines 26 and 27)
b “... mental imaging is used by nearly all top - level athletes and coaches...” (lines 14 and 15)
c “that it works just as effectively for weekend warriors.” (lines 7 and 8)
d “positive imagery creates a desirable mental state.” (line 28)

Explanation:

Question 15

• Option A: The passage likely doesn't claim winning athletes "always" used mental imaging (too absolute).
• Option B: The main idea should relate to mental imaging enhancing athletic performance, which is a common theme in such passages.
• Option C: The passage probably doesn't say it "should be practiced by everyone" (focus is on athletes).
• Option D: The passage's main idea isn't about reducing anxiety but enhancing performance.

• Option A: Authors often support arguments by quoting experts and giving real - life examples, which is a common persuasive technique.
• Option B: There's no indication the passage uses statistics about mental imaging.
• Option C: The passage structure isn't about ordering from most to least important.
• Option D: The passage's support isn't about explaining the name "imaging" vs "visualization".

• Option A: Lines 1 - 4 are likely introductory and don't focus on explaining how to practice imaging.
• Option B: Lines 7 - 8 may have some info on practice.
• Option C: Lines 18 - 42 are a large section, likely with more details on practice.
• Option D: Lines 43 - 44 may also have relevant info.

Answer:

B. Mental imaging can be used to enhance one’s athletic performance.

Question 16