What is the meaning of the word diligent as used in the last paragraph about Sickle-Cell Anemia?

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Question 1 of 9

What is the meaning of the word diligent as used in the last paragraph about Sickle-Cell Anemia?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In the context of sickle-cell anemia, diligent means painstaking, indicating the careful and thorough approach required to manage the disease. The passage highlights the challenges of managing the symptoms of sickle-cell anemia and the need for meticulous and conscientious care. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. 'Dispersed' and 'Incensed' do not align with the meaning of diligent in this context. 'Demanding' does not capture the essence of the careful and thorough care needed to manage the disease.

Question 2 of 9

Which might be a good title for the passage about Barefoot Running?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The title 'The Debate over Barefoot Running' captures the main discussion in the passage.

Question 3 of 9

Which might be a good title for this passage about Barefoot Running?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The title 'The Debate over Barefoot Running' captures the main discussion in the passage.

Question 4 of 9

Identify the overall tone of the essay about Aromatherapy.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The tone is uncertain because the author raises questions about the efficacy of aromatherapy.

Question 5 of 9

Choose the best summary of the passage about High Fructose Corn Syrup.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The best summary of the passage is choice B. The passage discusses concerns about the impact of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) on health, particularly its link to obesity. It mentions a recent study on rats that confirms suspicions about HFCS contributing to unhealthful weight gains. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they introduce recommendations or implications not explicitly mentioned in the passage. Choice A goes beyond the information by stating that scientists recommend removing HFCS from grocery products, choice C suggests that using HFCS is preferable until more research is done, and choice D implies immediate healthful results on overweight patients by avoiding HFCS, as suggested by the AMA, which is not supported by the passage.

Question 6 of 9

In this passage, which of the following is not mentioned as a role of HGH in the human body?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Regulating leptin, an appetite-controlling hormone. In the provided passage, it is stated that human growth hormone (HGH) is essential for regulating metabolism, building muscle, facilitating calcium retention, and stimulating the immune system. However, leptin is not mentioned as directly regulated by HGH. Instead, the passage discusses how inadequate sleep can lead to lowered levels of leptin, affecting appetite control. Choices A, B, and D are all roles of HGH explicitly mentioned in the passage, making them incorrect answers. Therefore, C is the correct choice as it was not directly linked to HGH in the passage.

Question 7 of 9

What is the main idea of the passage about Toxins and Your Health?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The passage discusses the long-term effects of environmental toxins, which aligns with this main idea.

Question 8 of 9

What is the main idea of the passage about Super Foods?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The main idea is that super foods are low in calories but provide essential nutrients with significant health benefits.

Question 9 of 9

What is the meaning of the word diminished as used in the passage about Concussions?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Substitute the choices in place of the vocabulary word. Only reduced (choice B) fits the context.

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