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But man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible. Therefore, though the situation seems dark in the context of the confrontation between the superpowers, the silver lining is provided by amazing phenomenon that the very nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.   The phrase "Go to the brink" in the passage means __________

A. retreating from extreme danger

B. declare war on each other

C. advancing to the stage of war but not engaging in it

D. commit suicide

Answer Explanation:

The passage suggests advancing to the stage of war by stating that: Nations which have spent incalculable resources and energy for the production of deadly weapons are desperately trying to find out how they might never be used. They threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Reading

  • Q #1: Before you begin cooking, make sure you have a clean skillet, bowl, cutting board, and knife. Dice the jalapenos, cilantro, onions, and tomatoes. Slice two small limes and juice them onto the mixture. Allow this to marinate while you begin to work on the taco meat. Take out your skillet and place it on the burner. Pour in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat at medium high heat. Add in the ground beef and two cloves of minced garlic. Season with generous amounts of chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and fresh ground black pepper. Once the meat begins to brown, add two cloves of minced garlic. After the meat has cooked through, remove the mixture from the stove. Heat your tortillas in the same skillet you cooked the meat in if you like your tortillas crispy. Once your tortillas are warmed to your liking, load them up with the beef and the diced vegetables that have been marinating in lime juice. Top with crumbled queso fresco if desired. Which of the following is a step that is missing from the recipe?

    A. Mix all the diced vegetables in a large bowl

    B. Crumble the queso fresco

    C. Purchase the ingredients needed

    D. Wash plates to serve the tacos

    Answer Explanation

    Dice the jalapenos, cilantro, onions, and tomatoes. Slice two small limes and juice them onto the mixture. Mixing the diced vegetables in a bowl is crucial but has been missed in the recipe.

  • Q #2: Are you looking for a way to give back to your community, but don't know where to start? One of the best ways you can invest in the future of your community is by helping to better educate our youngsters. Schools are under-funded, and even talented teachers are beset with the growing pressure of helping students without enough resources. With our group-funding program, you can go online and look through thousands of teacher programs that are looking for funding. These programs were designed by teachers who know what they need to help their students succeed. Very rarely do you get the chance to donate money and know exactly where your money is going. Donate today and help change the lives of a classroom of students in your community.   Which of the following is a unique benefit of this group-funding program?

    A. the donation is tax-deductible

    B. your donation helps others

    C. you can know where your money goes

    D. you can help train new teachers

    Answer Explanation

    The author states that; Very rarely do you get the chance to donate money and know exactly where your money is going but with our group-funding program, you can go online and look through thousands of teacher programs that are looking for funding

  • Q #3: Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?

    A. The notes of a doctor who practiced during an influenza epidemic

    B. Journal entries of a patient who spent two weeks quarantined during an influenza outbreak

    C. A textbook summarizing eyewitness accounts of an influenza epidemic

    D. Photographs in a museum exhibit about a world famous influenza outbreak

    Answer Explanation

    A secondary source of information is one that was created later by someone who did not experience first-hand or participate in the events or conditions you are researching.  They include scholarly books and articles.