This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.Part AWhich statement expresses two themes of the passage?Answer choices for the above questionOne should not travel the woods in winter, and the human body is fragile.Those who are prepared will survive the wild, and cold weather is the most dangerous.Animals are better equipped for danger than humans, and it takes planning to survive in the wild.The will to survive is strong, and any careless behavior could result in disaster.Part BWhich pair of details develops the two themes in Part A?Answer choices for the above question“But it didn’t matter much, after all. What were frosted cheeks?” (paragraph 4) “Once again, however, he had a close call; and once, suspecting danger, he compelled the dog to go on in front.” (paragraph 6)Theme 1: “He knew that the coldest snaps never froze these springs, and he knew likewise their danger.” (paragraph 5) “Yet the sun was too far south on its winter journey to clear the horizon.” paragraph 7)Theme 1: “Once in a while the thought reiterated itself that it was very cold and that he had never experienced such cold.” (paragraph 4) Theme 2: “He had felt the give under his feet and heard the crackle of a snow-hidden ice-skin.” (paragraph 6)Theme 1: “Empty as the man’s mind was of thoughts, he was keenly observant, and he noticed the changes in the creek, the curves and bends and timber-jams, and always he sharply noted where he placed his feet.” (paragraph 5) Theme 2: “He chuckled at his foolishness, and as he chuckled he noted the numbness creeping into the exposed fingers.” (paragraph 7)

If a hunter gets lost, which of the following statements is true?Keeping a positive mental attitude is crucial in wilderness survivalFood must be found immediately in order to make it through the nightThe hunter should avoid building a fire unless absolutely necessaryAll plant species are safe to eat and are a good source of nutrients

Which of the following theme statements fit the lines below from “Stopping by a Woods on a Snowy Evening”?The woods are lovely, dark and deep,   But I have promises to keep,   And miles to go before I sleep,   And miles to go before I sleep.Group of answer choicesIt’s never a good idea to stay too long on someone else’s land.The pull of being alone in nature is sometimes in conflict with the pull of responsibility.Nature has the ability to make people feel tired and sleepy or relaxed.Being sure to get enough rest is an important part of one’s responsibilities.

Question No. 18 What is the main point which the author intends to convey through the passage? Consuming wildlife is the primary reason for the spread of diseases.  A globalized network of travel and trade is detrimental to the well-being of humans.  Abuse of nature and wildlife by humans, which is largely responsible for the spread of viruses, should be stopped.  Our approach to check the spread of viral outbreaks is flawed.

Part AWhich of the following states a central theme in the text?Answer choices for the above questionStanding in society depends on one’s social rank.Human beings are valuable not based on their appearance, but based on their internal qualities.Inability to cope with life’s unexpected events leads to misery.For every setback in one’s plans, there is usually a compensating piece of good luck.Part BWhich quotation best supports this major theme in the text?Answer choices for the above question“He wrapped himself up in his cloak, and held his handkerchief to his face as though his nose bled.”“A carriage drew up at the entrance; the carriage door was opened, and a gentleman in uniform came out and hurried up the steps.”“And indeed how was it possible that the nose, which only yesterday he had on his face, and which could neither walk nor drive, should wear a uniform?”“I am acquainted with ladies of high position—Madame Tchektyriev, wife of a state-councillor, and many others.”

An unexpected cold snap hits the environment in which the deer live. Suddenly, both populations need to survive in a cold climate with frequent snowfall.Explain which population of deer is more likely to survive in their new environment.