Questions:

• Question 23: The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to:

  • A. vegetables

  • B. snacks

  • C. nutrients

  • D. carbohydrates

  • Analysis: In the sentence "Selecting nutrient-rich snacks and consuming them at appropriate times...", "them" refers back to the "nutrient-rich snacks" mentioned earlier in the same sentence.

  • Answer: B

• Question 24: The word "crucial" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to:

  • A. insignificant

  • B. important

  • C. necessary

  • D. essential

  • Analysis: The word "crucial" means extremely important or necessary. We need to find the word with the opposite meaning.

  • A. insignificant - means lacking importance or consequence. This is the opposite.

  • B. important - means having great significance or value. This is a synonym.

  • C. necessary - means required to be done, achieved, or present. This is a synonym.

  • D. essential - means absolutely necessary or important. This is a synonym.

  • Answer: A

• Question 25: The phrase "nutrient-dense" in paragraph 2 could best be replaced by:

  • A. low in nutrients always

  • B. rich in essential substances

  • C. high in sugar and fat

  • D. lacking vitamins often

  • Analysis: The passage defines "nutrient-dense snacks" as including "fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains, which provide essential nutrients". Therefore, "nutrient-dense" means having a high amount of essential nutrients.

  • A. low in nutrients always - This is the opposite of nutrient-dense.

  • B. rich in essential substances - This accurately describes the meaning of nutrient-dense.

  • C. high in sugar and fat - While some snacks might be high in these, it's not the defining characteristic of nutrient-dense snacks in this context (the passage contrasts them with snacks high in refined carbs and low in fiber/protein).

  • D. lacking vitamins often - This is the opposite of nutrient-dense.

  • Answer: B