AP: Gary Klein

In the first paragraph (lines 1-15), the author introduces his topic by

• describing a behavioral paradox that had previously defied explanation

• indicating how his research extends the theoretical work of Gary Klein

• providing a dramatic example of a phenomenon that he will examine

• illustrating a controversial theory by Gary Klein that he will analyze.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

In the second paragraph (lines 16-30), the author's attitude can best be described as

• condescending toward those who view intuition as a "magical" ability

• critical of the way science ignores "everyday" acts of intuition

• matter-of-fact regarding the "feats" that most people can perform

• curious regarding what constitutes "pitch-perfect" instincts

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

The author most likely provides the information in note 2 in order to

• indicate that chess masters understand psychology

• explain what he has learned from Herbert Simon

• show the types of subjects that inform psychology

• describe Herbert Simon's broad experience

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which statement explains the structure and purpose of Herbert Simon's assertion (lines 38-41)

• He emphasizes the relationship between thought and action by contrasting passive and active constructions

• He examines a technique for achieving goals by using a series to indicate how a person might visualize success.

• He illustrates a method of critical thinking by using two sentences to show a hypothesis and conclusion

• He clarifies a complex thought process by using independent clauses to indicate how one idea links to the next.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

According to note 3, Herbert Simon's article appears in

• an academic anthology

• a scholarly journal

• a multivolume encyclopedia

• an annual conference report

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which purpose does the discussion of the "doggie" (lines 42-45) primarily serve?

• It contextualizes the accomplishments of experts

• It shows how learning takes place in the brain.

• It suggests we are all capable of appreciating experts.

• It indicates the importance of early experiences.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

As it is used in line 46, the word "character" refer to a

• sign or symbol

• professional perspective

• quality or nature

• personality type

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The author discusses "Valid institutions" (line 46) to set up a distinction between

• cynical and naive responses

• analytical and emotional reasoning

• natural reactions and false mannerisms

• intellectual desire and financial motivation

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Which of the following strategies does the author employ in the fifth paragraph (lines 52-70)

• He uses an interrogative sentence to summarize the chief investment officer's main concern about Ford

• He uses a colon to emphasize the significance of "the one question" that an economist would find "relevant."

• He cites the chief investment officer to demonstrate the enthusiasm with which an informed expert forms an opinion

• He repeats "he liked" in a series to show his own support of the chief investment officer's decision.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

Which of the following pieces of information does note 4 provide?

• An acknowledgement of a theoretical contribution

• A description of the origins of heuristic study

• A comparison of different heuristics

• A definition of the affect heuristic

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7