STAAR Prep: Paired Text

#36 In paragraph 5, what does the word meandered mean?

• Gathered occasionally

• Roamed aimlessly

• Traveled frequently

• Stopped abruptly

#37 In paragraphs 8-12, what key idea is supported by the details of a forest bathing experience?

• Forest guides support and assist with this process.

• It is necessary to breathe deeply to achieve a state of relaxation.

• The process of forest bathing is more effective that meditating.

• The colors and sights of the forest change when forest bathing.

#38 Which quotation from the article shows that forest bathing could have valuable effects?

• It took me a few minutes to clear out the clutter in my brain, and tune in to the natural world. (pg 9)

• The Assoation of Nature & Forest Therapy plans to train and certify about 250 new guides next year. (pg 16)

• There's a growing body of evidence that the practice can help boost immunity and mood and help reduce stress. (pg 17)

• Most doctors these days agree that people younger than 60 should aim to keep theiir blood pressure under 140. (pg 20)

#39 How is the srticle "Forest Bathing" organized to develop the thesis?

• By presenting a personal experience with forest bathing and reposting on studies that support the reasons for the effectiveness of that experience

• By explaining why people, from participants to practice providers, support further research to confirm the importance of forest bathing

• By providing the reader with step-by-step instructions on how to achieve the objectives of forest bathing

• By describing how the practice of forest bathing began and has expanded to new areas in hopes that its results can be repeated and confirmed

#40 WHich quotation best supports the thesis of the article?

• "When you open your eyes, imagine you're seeing the world for the very first time," Choukas-Bradley told us. (pg 10)

• "it's my hope that the health care system will include [forest therapy] into the range of services they reimburse for," Clifford says, (pg 14)

• "Medical researches in Japan have studied forest bathing and have demonmstrated several benefits to your health, "says Philip Barr... (pg 17)

• "I'm very impressed with the primary research done in Japan," Barr says.

  (pg 21)

#41 What is the most likely reason the author presents paragraph 6-11 chronologically?

• To elaborate on the skills that are developed through the experience fo forest bathing

• The explain the ways forest can be useful

• To provide reasons that forest bathng is essential

• To illustrate the process of forest bathing and how the author's view of it evolves

#42 What is the most likely reason the author wrote this article?

• To emphasize the need for frequent forest bathing

• To describe the positive effects of forest bathing

• To explain the history of forest bathing

• to persuade people to try forest bathing

#43 WHo is most likely the intended audience for this article?

• People seeking stress-relieving practices

• Physicians who treat high blood pressure

• Outdoor athletes who enjoy nature

• Wilderness guides with degrees in counseling

#44 What is the best summary of paragraphs 18 through 23?

• Many doctors agree that young people should keep their blood pressure lower than 140. A study showed that people who walk in the forest are healthier than those who walk in the city.

• Research shows that there are health benefits associated with forest bathing. Walking in a forest can help reduce blood pressure and stress hormones. People who have significant stress in their lives may especially benefit from forest bathing.

• Philip Barr, a doctor at Duke University, notes that research conducted in Japan shows that forest bathing can improve one's health. One study that focused on ways forest bathing is beneficial looked at walking in the forest compared to walking in a city.

• Research suggests that bathing can lower blood pressure, reduce stress horomones, and help people relax more. Medical researchers in Japan have conducted these studies.

#45 What is the meaning of virtuoso in line 26?

• A popular student

• A good person

• A skilled performer

• A young teacher