ASVAB Paragraph Comprehension Practice Test 380559 Results

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Six years ago, lawyer-banker-scholar Charles Morris wrote a prophetic book - 'Two-Trillion-Dollar Meltdown: Easy Money, High-Rollers and the Great Credit Crunch' - that foresaw the 2008 Great Recession before it clobbered America and the world. Now Morris has reversed course and sees good times ahead. His forthcoming book, 'Comeback,' predicts that surging U.S. energy independence will bring a buoyant rise in American manufacturing and jobs.

This passage implies that you should pay attention to Charles Morris because:

72% Answer Correctly

	His predictions have come true once already.
	He's a published author.
	The U.S. is becoming more energy independent.
	His first book was a best seller.

Solution

This passage implies that because Charles Morris foresaw the 2008 Great Recession that his opinions about future economic events are credible and should be paid attention to.

The title Grandmaster is awarded to chess players by the world chess organization FIDE. Apart from World Champion, Grandmaster is the highest title a chess player can attain. Once achieved, the title is held for life.

According to this passage, which of the following is true:

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	Grandmaster is a higher title than World Champion.
	World Champion is a title that is held for life.
	World Champion is a higher title than Grandmaster.
	The title World Champion is awarded by the world chess organization FIDE.

Solution

The passage says that apart from World Champion, Grandmaster is the highest title that a chess player can attain. That indicates World Champion is a higher title than Grandmaster.

The programs and resources developed by the Education Department of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art are designed to extend the museum experience in the fullest possible way to the widest possible audience, both present and future. These programs provide visitors of all ages with the opportunity to expand their experience with works of art in both the museum's permanent collection an d its special exhibitions.

According to this passage:

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	The learning experience provided by the museum can be enhanced through programs developed by the Education Department.
	Retired teachers serve as program designers and instructors at the museum.
	The Education Department of the County Museum o f Art targets its educational materials to children.
	Educational opportunities are restricted to the museum’s permanent collection.

Solution

The passage states that the Education Department’s programs and resources are "designed to extend the museum experience."

USS Gilliam (APA-57), named for Gilliam County in Oregon, was the lead ship in the her class of attack transports serving in the United States Navy during World War II. She was launched 28 March 1944 under a Maritime Commission contract by the Consolidated Steel Corporation, Wilmington, California; sponsored by Mrs. A. O. Williams of Wilmington; acquired 31 July 1944; and commissioned 1 August 1944, Comdr. H. B. Olsen in command.

The best title for this selection is:

53% Answer Correctly

	A short history of the USS Gilliam
	H. B. Olsen's first command
	The launch of the USS Gilliam
	The pride of Gilliam County Oregon

Solution

Although each of these titles might be true, the main focus of the passage is a short account of the launch of the USS Gilliam.

The Criminal Grand Jury of Los Angeles County attends hearings brought by the District Attorney’s Office . The objective of this jury is to determine, on the basis of evidence presented by the District Attorney’s Office, whether certain persons should be charged with crimes an d required to stand trial in Superior Court. The Criminal Grand Jury is an accusatory body and not a trial jury; therefore, the burden of proof is much lower. Specifically, the Criminal Grand Jury must decide if there is a strong suspicion the individual committed the alleged crime.

According to this passage:

67% Answer Correctly

	The District Attorney presents its case to the Criminal Grand Jury in Superior Court.
	The Criminal Grand Jury is responsible for deciding if the alleged perpetrator of a crime should stand trial.
	When a strong suspicion is determined, the Grand Jury recommends the charged individuals punishment.
	The burden of proof is held to a stricter standard during the review of evidence.

Solution

The passage states that the Criminal Grand Jury weighs evidence to determine whether certain persons should be required to stand trial in the Superior Court.