Versant Mock Test

According to paragraph 1, where did Charles Darwin begin to observe and formulate the basis for his Theory of Evolution?

Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution is known as one of the most important and

controversial scientific theories ever published. Darwin was an English scientist in the

19th century best known for his book “On the Origin of Species.” In his book,

Darwin postulated different species shared characteristics of common ancestors, that

they branched off from common ancestors as they evolved, and that new traits and

characteristics were a result of natural selection. The theory is based on the

assumptions that life developed from non-life and progressed and evolved in an

indirect manner. Therefore, the Theory of Evolution, while controversial, has shaped

and influenced the modern scientific world's thinking on the development of life itself.

Darwin was born February 12, 1809 in England. Although initially entering into

medicine, Darwin chose to pursue his interest in natural science and embarked on a

five-year journey aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, a British sloop belonging to the Royal

Navy. Because of his experience aboard the Beagle, he laid the foundation for his

Theory of Evolution while also establishing himself within the scientific community.

Specifically, Darwin's keen observation of the fossils and wildlife he saw during his time

on the Beagle served as the basis for the cornerstone of his theory: natural selection.

• Medical School

• Observing Horse Breeders

• England

• Aboard the H.M.S. Beagle

The word 'postulated' in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to:

Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution is known as one of the most important and

controversial scientific theories ever published. Darwin was an English scientist in the

19th century best known for his book “On the Origin of Species.” In his book,

Darwin postulated different species shared characteristics of common ancestors, that

they branched off from common ancestors as they evolved, and that new traits and

characteristics were a result of natural selection. The theory is based on the

assumptions that life developed from non-life and progressed and evolved in an

indirect manner. Therefore, the Theory of Evolution, while controversial, has shaped

and influenced the modern scientific world's thinking on the development of life itself.

Darwin was born February 12, 1809 in England. Although initially entering into

medicine, Darwin chose to pursue his interest in natural science and embarked on a

five-year journey aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, a British sloop belonging to the Royal

Navy. Because of his experience aboard the Beagle, he laid the foundation for his

Theory of Evolution while also establishing himself within the scientific community.

Specifically, Darwin's keen observation of the fossils and wildlife he saw during his time

on the Beagle served as the basis for the cornerstone of his theory: natural selection.

• disagree

• prove

• oppose

• hypothesize

Which sentence is most similar to the following sentence from paragraph 1?

The theory is based on the assumptions that life developed from non-life and

progressed and evolved in an indirect manner.

• The Theory of Evolution is founded on evidence that non-organic compounds are

  the basis of life, developed in an unguided way.

• Based on certain assumptions, we can prove that evolution occurs in all living

  and non-living entities.

• According to Darwin, if we assume that life at its origin was created from nonorganic compounds and developed in an unguided manner, his theory holds true.

• Due to the controversy, it is hard to make assumptions about the Theory of

  Evolution.

Examine the four █ in the selection below and indicate at which block the following

sentence could be inserted into the passage:

The five-year voyage proved to be a major turning point in his life.

█ [A] Darwin was born February 12, 1809 in England. █ [B] Although initially entering

into medicine, Darwin chose to pursue his interest in natural science and embarked on a five-year journey aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, a British sloop belonging to the Royal Navy █ [C] Because of his experience aboard the Beagle, he laid the foundation for his Theory of Evolution while also establishing himself within the scientific community. █ [D]

• [A]

• [B]

• [C]

• [D]

Your professor is teaching a class on economics. Write a post responding to the professor’s

question. In your response you should:

• express and support your opinion

• make a contribution to the discussion

An effective response will contain at least 100 words. You will have 10 minutes to write it.

Dr. Achebe

When people are asked about the most important discoveries or inventions made

in the last two hundred years, they usually mention something very obvious, like

the computer or the cell phone. But there are thousands of other discoveries or

inventions that have had a huge impact on how we live today. What scientific

discovery or technological invention from the last two hundred years—other than

computers and cell phones—would you choose as being important? Why?

You will now be asked to give your opinion about a familiar topic. Give yourself 15

seconds to prepare your response. Then record yourself speaking for 45 seconds.

Some people enjoy taking risks and trying new things. Others are not adventurous;

they are cautious and prefer to avoid danger. Which behavior do you think is better?

Explain why.

The University is making a change in the courses it will offer. Read the article from the university newspaper about the change. Give yourself 45 seconds to read the article.

Sculpture Courses to Be Discontinued

University administrators announced yesterday that the sculpture program, a division of the art

department, will be eliminated. “The main reason is a lack of student interest,” reported one

administrator. “Although the number of art students has increased, fewer and fewer art majors

are taking sculpture classes.” Furthermore, the department’s only sculpture professor is retiring

this year. “Given the art department’s limited budget,” the administrator explained, “it just

doesn’t make sense to hire a new full-time professor to teach sculpture for only a handful of

students.”

Now record a request for the University explaining why they course should not be changed. Provide examples to make your petition sustainable.

Answer the question.

• If certain words don’t exist in your language, there’s a reason

• The idea that language affects our experiences

• How linguistic relativity shapes the way we think

• You can predict what someone is thinking based on their language

Answer the question

• To prove that linguistic relativity is a viable hypothesis

• To provide an example of linguistic relativity

• To argue that linguistic relativity is not an accurate hypothesis

• To further explain the concept of linguistic relativity

What is “The Tempest” about?

• The evolution of man

• A love story about a man and woman

• An action movie

• It’s theme is magic and illusion