ALCPT ALCPT Reading Passage Analysis 5

Question 1

A passage reads: 'The new regulation took effect immediately, leaving no time for personnel to adjust.' What does 'took effect' mean?

Accepted Answer

Became active and enforceable

Answer

'Took effect' means the regulation became active and began to be enforced.

Question 2

Read: 'The map indicated that the river was approximately five miles east of the camp.' What does 'approximately' tell the reader?

Accepted Answer

The distance is an estimate, not exact

Answer

'Approximately' means the value is close to but not necessarily exactly five miles.

Question 3

A passage states: 'The officer's calm demeanor reassured the troops during the crisis.' What does 'demeanor' mean in this sentence?

Accepted Answer

Behavior and manner

Answer

'Demeanor' refers to a person's outward behavior and manner, which in this case was calm.

Question 4

Read this passage excerpt: 'Before submitting the report, the clerk reviewed it twice for errors.' How many times did the clerk review the report?

Accepted Answer

Twice

Answer

The passage explicitly states the clerk reviewed the report 'twice.'

Question 5

A passage says: 'The supply convoy was delayed due to unforeseen road conditions.' What caused the delay?

Accepted Answer

Unexpected road conditions

Answer

'Unforeseen road conditions' means unexpected problems with the road caused the convoy's delay.

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