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Read the following passage. Then choose the best answer to each question.
There are many distinct profiles of the average American voter who participates in local, regional, or national elections. Some vote strictly by party lines; many simply mirror the political persuasion of parents or grandparents. Others will randomly “Christmas tree” in their choices for public office. Still others spend months absorbed in the political process: party primaries, debates, analyzing political ads, studying policies and voting records of candidates and of the party affiliations. In spite of these different approaches to voting, all who actually pull the lever or punch the chads are participating in a great American privilege.
1.
What does the author believe concerning voters in American society today?
A.
Most voters are only slightly aware of the issues surrounding a candidate running for office.
3.
How many different voting profiles does the author list?
A.
One
B.
Two
C.
Three
D.
Four
B.
Most voters are likely to vote based on influences from parents and grandparents.
C.
There are many different approaches to voting habits.
D.
People get turned-off by slanderous ads and choose not to vote.
4.
Which statement best describes those voters who spend months deciding on how to vote on candidates or policies?
A.
B.
They are probably taking valuable time from their work or personal lives.
They will probably end up using the “Christmas tree” method of voting.
2.
Regardless of the approach a person uses to cast votes during an election, all voters are:
A.
Exercising the rights and privileges to vote.
B.
C.
Aware that voting is a uniquely democratic process.
Are only interested in local government affairs.
C.
They probably take the weight of their vote very seriously.
D.
They would probably prefer a standardized electronic system of voting so they don’t make mistakes casting votes.
D.
Mirror the viewpoints of the household they were raised in.
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5.
A person who votes strictly by party lines is also likely to:
A.
Research the differences between policy and issue statements of every candidate.
B.
Appreciate the impact of even one vote.
C.
Vote only in national elections.
D.
Analyze political debates.
6. According to this passage, the profile of the person who votes only in local elections is:
A.
Similar to those who vote in regional but not in national elections.
B.
Distinctly different from those who vote in national elections.
C.
Probably difficult to describe.
D.
Similar to those who vote at any level of elections.
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Flex hrs. Please call 555-555-5555 between 9-4 M-F.
Certified Nursing Assistant needed FT for elderly male in-home care. M-F 8-5 $200/wk. Drug test required.
Must be certified. Call 555-555-5512
LIKE TO WORK WITH LUXURY CARS?
Shop helper – M-F 1pm-6pm, alt Sat 10-4
Fall/Spring Must be at least 21, clean driving record, drug free, pers ref, pre-emp screening. Some exp nec. Live close. Please call 555-555-5551.
7.
What similarities do the three advertisements share?
A.
B.
Applicants can expect to do a drug test.
Salary is just above minimum wage.
C.
All must be 21 or older.
D.
All offer flexible hours.
8.
Which two ads might appeal to a full-time college student with morning classes?
A.
All three positions are possible for consideration.
B.
Animal Care and Certified
Nurses Assistant
C.
Certified Nurses Assistant and Shop Helper
D.
Animal Care and Shop
Helper
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9.
Which position does not require previous training or experience?
A.
Animal Care Technician
B.
Certified Nurses Assistant
C.
Shop Helper
D.
Both Animal Care
Technician and Shop Helper
10.
A student considering going into the health sciences field might be interested in applying for which two positions in order to gain relevant experience?
A.
Certified Nursing Assistant and Luxury Car Shop Helper
B.
Certified Nursing Assistant and Animal Care Technician
C.
Animal Care Technician and
Car Shop Helper
D.
Only the Certified Nursing
Assistant would be beneficial
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5.
B
6.
D
7.
A
8.
D
9.
A
10.
B
Answer Key
1.
C
2.
A
3.
D
4.
C
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