Teas- English & Language UsageQuestions

Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the word emulate. Felicia always tried to *emulate* her big sister, so she would often imitate the way she spoke, moved, and how she dressed. "tried" "often" "imitate" "way"

"imitate"

Since I am anticapating the arrival of a package today, but I am scheduled to be elsewhere for most of the day, I would greatly apreciate it if you could except the delivery when it arrives. Which of the following words are spelled incorrectly in the sentence above? Select all that apply. A.anticapating B.scheduled C.apreciate D.except E.delivery

*A.anticapating* This word should be spelled with an "i" instead of the second "a": "anticipating." *C.apreciate* his word should not be spelled with only one "p"; the correct spelling is "appreciate." *D.except* Although "except" is a word, it means "exclude," not "take"; the word meaning "take" is spelled "accept."

Which of the following suffixes means person who practices? -en -ist -logy -able

-ist Suffixes are the letters added to the end of a root word to make a new word with a different meaning. Suffixes on their own have meanings, too. If you add a suffix to a root word, it can change its meaning entirely. The suffix that means "person who practices" is ist.

Which of the following prefixes means self? con- man- auto- post-

auto-

Place the following sentences in the correct order for a well-structured paragraph. (Move the sentences into the table, placing them in the selected order. Use all of the sentences.) - The first route to travel is a referral from a reliable source such as a close friend or family member who understands your needs and tends to offer sound advice. - Finally, if you are still unsure of which dentist to choose, you might want to consider talking to remaining doctors on your list to get a clearer sense of their manner and methods - At that point, you should have a very strong idea of which dentist is the ideal one for you. - Finding the right dentist for you can be a challenge, but it is entirely achievable if you follow a simple three-step process. - Once you build a list of possible dentist, it is important to delete the ones who are not covered under your insurance provider

1) Finding the right dentist for you can be a challenge, but it is entirely achievable if you follow a simple three-step process. 2) The first route to travel is a referral from a reliable source such as a close friend or family member who understands your needs and tends to offer sound advice. 3) Once you build a list of possible dentist, it is important to delete the ones who are not covered under your insurance provider 4) Finally, if you are still unsure of which dentist to choose, you might want to consider talking to remaining doctors on your list to get a clearer sense of their manner and methods 5) At that point, you should have a very strong idea of which dentist is the ideal one for you.

Place the following sentences in the correct order for a well-structured paragraph. (Move the sentence into the table, placing them in the selected order. Use all the sentences.) - Once you've cleansed yourself, it's time to sanitize shared objects and surface in your home, such s toothbrush holder or bathroom counters -These are just a couple of the most basic preventative measure to take when staying a few steps ahead of the common cold - When the leaves begin falling and it's time to break out those wooly sweaters, the threat of the common cold begins looming - However, there are some measure you can take to strengthen your defenses before you're even exposed to the virus - The most basic one is regular and thorough hand washing since cold germs are often transferred from the hands to your facial orifices

1) When the leaves begin falling and it's time to break out those wooly sweaters, the threat of the common cold begins looming. 2) However, there are some measure you can take to strengthen your defenses before you're even exposed to the virus. 3) The most basic one is regular and thorough hand washing since cold germs are often transferred from the hands to your facial orifices. 4) Once you've cleansed yourself, it's time to sanitize shared objects and surface in your home, such s toothbrush holder or bathroom counters. 5) These are just a couple of the most basic preventative measure to take when staying a few steps ahead of the common cold.

Which of the following is an example of expository writing? A user manual A history book An op-ed article An autobiography

A history book A history book explains something of academic interest, so it is an expository text

Which statement, if true, is a fact? A. The 1918 flu pandemic killed more people than World War I. B. The 1918 flu pandemic was more devastating than World War I. C. The 1918 flu pandemic was a terrifying display of nature's power. D. The 1918 flu pandemic caused greater social instability than the plague.

A. The 1918 flu pandemic killed more people than World War I. All of these statements contain beliefs or feelings that are subject to interpretation except the statement about the number of people killed in the 1918 flu pandemic compared to World War I. This is a verifiable piece of information, or a fact.

Hi! I'm writing to find out when the current project is due. I'm just a wee bit behind and want to make sure I'm not late because I know it wouldn't exactly thrill the buyer! Please get back to me as soon as possible. Thanks! Which of the following is the most likely audience for this passage? A.A friend at a company B.The president of a company C.The vice president of a company D.The client of a company

A.A friend at a company

The patient suffered from hyperthyroidism. Which of the following defines the prefix hyper- as used in the word "hyperthyroidism" in the sentence above? A.Excessive or beyond B.Low or under C.The same D.Different

A.Excessive or beyond

~Which of the following sentences is structured correctly? Select all that apply. A.I need you to organize the bookshelf according to four categories: biography, reference, history, and fiction. B.Eliza thinks we should pull all the greenery out and plant a vegetable garden instead, but Muriel wants to leave the yard as it is. C.If you are going to continue playing that loud music all day would you mind listening through headphones instead of speakers? D.You can either read any signs on the sidewalk before parking your car or risk getting a ticket. E.Please bring the following with you to the beach; bathing suit, sunglasses, sun block, and a towel.

A.I need you to organize the bookshelf according to four categories: biography, reference, history, and fiction. B.Eliza thinks we should pull all the greenery out and plant a vegetable garden instead, but Muriel wants to leave the yard as it is. D.You can either read any signs on the sidewalk before parking your car or risk getting a ticket. NOT C bc A comma needs to follow the introductory phrase of this sentence ("If you are going to continue playing that loud music all day").

Penicillin actually refers to a group of antibiotics, and they are some of the first mediacations to combat bacterial infections resulting from streptococci and staphylococci effectively. Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above? A.Mediacations B.Antibiotics C.Bacterial D.Effectively

A.Mediacations

~Which of the following sentences would most likely belong in an article in a science journal? A.One of the primary purposes of biomedical research is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a particular medical intervention. B.Biomedical research ain't just about studying abnormalities; it also involves research on normal functions. C.Did you know that some biomedical researchers compare and contrast the ways particular physiological systems function during different developmental phases? D.The study of the human genome is among the glorious areas of inquiry those ingenious Einsteins known as biomedical researchers investigate with grand intensity.

A.One of the primary purposes of biomedical research is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a particular medical intervention.

During which part of the writing process should the writer decide the topic of each paragraph of a short essay? A.Outlining B.Drafting C.Researching D.Revising

A.Outlining

The doctor has an excellent bedside manner. The doctor speaks comfortingly. The doctor examines her patients with gentle care. Which of the following sentences correctly restates the passage? A.The doctor has an excellent bedside manner because she always speaks to patients comfortingly and examines them with gentle care. B.The doctor has an excellent bedside manner, the doctor speaks comfortingly, the doctor examines her patients with gentle care. C.The doctor examines her patients with gentle care because she has an excellent bedside manner and speaks comfortingly to patients. D.The doctor speaks comfortingly because she examines her patients with gentle care and has an excellent bedside manner.

A.The doctor has an excellent bedside manner because she always speaks to patients comfortingly and examines them with gentle care. This is the most sensible and well-constructed restatement of the passage.

Which of the following options is a complete sentence? A.The doctor was attending to the patient in room 224. B.The doctor attending to the patient in room 224. C.Was attending to the patient in room 224. D.The doctor was to the patient in room 224.

A.The doctor was attending to the patient in room 224. This is a complete sentence because it includes both a subject (doctor) and a verb (was attending).

Malik is writing a research paper for class. He knows what he wants his paper to include and begins formulating it into sentences and paragraphs. Which of the following elements of the writing process is Malik performing? A.Writing a draft B.Referencing sources C.Writing a revision D.Preparing an outline

A.Writing a draft

Chantelle has completed writing the first version of a research paper for class. Now she is improving the content, structure, and wording of that version. Which of the following elements of the writing process is Chantelle performing? A.Writing a revision B.Referencing sources C.Writing a draft D.Preparing an outline

A.Writing a revision The work Chantelle is performing is part of the revision phase.

~If you need my ___________ you have to do is ask for my help. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.assistance, all B.assistance; all C.assistance: all D.assistance all

A.assistance, all A *comma* is used to join an introductory phrase and complete clause. There should be some punctuation between the introductory phrase and complete clause

Which of the following options is the appropriate spelling of the word that completes the sentence above? A.methodically B.methodicaly C.methodicly D.methodicaley

A.methodically

During which part of the writing process should the writer collect information about all the sources they will include in a bibliography? A.researching B.editing C.drafting D.proofreading

A.researching Although researching is one of the earliest phases of the writing process and a bibliography usually appears at the end of a piece of writing, it makes the most sense to collect information about all sources while actually consulting those sources during the research phase.

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source? A. A diary of a politician B. A biography of a politician C. A study guide on a politician's speech D. An encyclopedia article about a politician

B. A biography of a politician A biography of a politician would be a historical or analytical account that adds insight on the topic. This makes it a secondary source.

What is the difference between expository and technical writing? A. Expository writing is always fiction, and technical writing is always nonfiction. B. Expository writing is often academic, and technical writing is usually practical. C. Expository writing is meant to persuade, and technical writing is meant to inform. D. Expository writing is dry and impersonal, and technical writing is often entertaining.

B. Expository writing is often academic, and technical writing is usually practical. Expository writing explores academic questions and may be written in an entertaining style. Technical writing explains complex processes or mechanism and is usually written in an impersonal style.

Numerous robotic missions to Mars have revealed tantalizing evidence of a planet that may once have been capable of supporting life. Imagine this sentence is a supporting detail in a well-developed paragraph. Which of the following sentences would best function as a topic sentence? A. Venus is an intensely hot planet surrounded by clouds full of drops of sulfuric acid. B. Of all the destinations within human reach, Mars is the planet most similar to Earth. C. Liquid water—a necessary ingredient of life—may once have flowed on the planet's surface. D. Space research is a costly, frivolous exercise that brings no clear benefit to people on main Earth.

B. Of all the destinations within human reach, Mars is the planet most similar to Earth. This is the correct answer because the sentence given discusses Mars' ability to support life, connecting it to the idea of it being most similar to Earth.

~ The committee scheduled __________ next meeting for Thursday. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.it's B.its C.their D.they're

B. its Since a committee is a singular group, it requires the singular pronoun "its" to indicate possession. Since a committee is a singular group, it requires a singular pronoun, but "their" is a plural pronoun.

I'll never make it to work in _______ stuck in traffic! Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.time I'm B.time: I'm C.time; I'm D.time, I'm

B. time: I'm A colon is needed when the second clause explains the first one. NOT D bc Joining two complete clauses with a comma creates a comma splice. NOT C bc A semicolon is not the correct punctuation to use when the second clause explains the first one.

Much like other living things, plants need to ingest nutrients to survive. Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom. While plant food is readily available at many stores that sell our green friends, it can also be mixed up at home with a few common household items. One teaspoon of baking soda helps prevent mildew, and a teaspoon of Epsom salt provides much needed magnesium and sulfur. Although it has a reputation for being harsh, a half-teaspoon of household ammonia provides plants with nitrogen. Dilute these ingredients in a gallon of water for perfect, homemade plant food. Which of the following sentences does not belong in a well-organized paragraph? A."Much like other living things, plants need to ingest nutrients to survive." B."Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom." C."While plant food is readily available at many stores that sell our green friends, it can also be mixed up at home with a few common household items." D."One teaspoon of baking soda helps prevent mildew, and a teaspoon of Epsom salt provides much needed magnesium and sulfur."

B."Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom." The main topic of this paragraph is homemade plant food, but this sentence veers off topic to mention other living things that need nutrients. It disrupts the flow of the paragraph and should be eliminated

~Which of the following sentences is structured correctly? A.Before running home from school. B.Gareth writes stories elegantly. C.Felice; will not be arriving today. D.My son is doing so well, he got an A on his test!

B.Gareth writes stories elegantly. NOT D. BC This is a comma splice because it uses a comma instead of a conjunction or semicolon to join its two clauses.

Which of the following sentences would most likely belong in a letter to a friend? A.Please delineate your experiences since our last encounter. B.I've had a lot going on in my life since then. C.I go back to school to study law, it good. D.Please refer to my previous correspondence for additional details.

B.I've had a lot going on in my life since then. A letter to a friend should be personal and somewhat informal, such as this sentence.

Based on the two parts of the word "polychromatic," which of the following definitions is correct? A.Shape with multiple sides B.Many colored C.Possessing levels D.Having limited knowledge

B.Many colored The prefix "poly" means many and "chrom" refers to color.

Which of the following sentences in a research paper should include a citation? A.Some of the first uses of medicine can be traced to ancient India, Egypt, Babylon, and China. B.New information indicates that regular exercise can improve one's lifespan more significantly than was previously believed. C.Through my own direct research and experimentation, I learned that there are heretofore unknown uses for this herb. D.In conclusion, finding out a patient's chief complaint is one of the most important steps in the clinical process.

B.New information indicates that regular exercise can improve one's lifespan more significantly than was previously believed. This sentence refers to new information without citing the source of this information; a specific citation is needed.

During which part of the writing process should the writer generate sentences non-stop during a set period of time? A.brainstorming B.freewriting C.revising D.outlining

B.freewriting Freewriting is a prewriting strategy for developing ideas by writing sentences non-stop during a set period of time. Although *brainstorming* is a strategy for generating ideas, it involves listing ideas rather than writing sentences. *Revising* is a phase of the writing process that occurs long after the one described in this question. Although *outlining* occurs early in the writing process, it occurs after prewriting strategies such as the one described in this question.

This _________ one of the most memorable weeks of my life. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.have been B.has been C.was D.has

B.has been The word "this" indicates that the week is still in progress, and "has been" is the correct present progressive form to use in this context.

Black and white _____ one of my very favorite color combinations. Which verb correctly completes this sentence? A.are B.is C.be D.were

B.is Since the missing verb refers to a combination of two colors, it requires the singular verb "is." NOT "are" bc Although the verb "are" should be used with a plural noun, the missing word actually refers to the singular word "combination" and not "black and white" in this sentence.

Is that the patient ______ recently experienced a full recovery?Which of the following pronouns correctly completes the sentence above? A.whom B.who C.that D.which

B.who The pronoun "who" refers to a person such as a patient. NOT A. bc The pronoun "whom" should accompany a preposition (ex: with), but there is no preposition in this sentence.

~Doctors need certain diagnostic equipment on ____________ pulse oximeter, glucometer, alcohol wipes, etc. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.hand; a stethoscope, B.hand, a stethoscope, C.hand: a stethoscope, D.hand a stethoscope,

C.hand: a stethoscope, A *colon* is the correct punctuation to use when joining a complete clause and a list of item

What is the correct plural of chair? Chair Chairs Chaires Chairies

Chairs For words ending in most consonants, add -s.

While there is no obligation to come to class, since attendance is entirely voluntery, all students who wish to attend are expected to arrive promptly at 3:00 PM to avoid disrrupting the session. Which of the following words are spelled incorrectly in the sentence above? Select all that apply. A.Obligation B.Attendance C.Voluntery D.Promptly E.Disrrupting

C & E C.Voluntery This word should be spelled with an "a" instead of an "e": "voluntary." E.Disrrupting This word should be spelled with only one "r": "disrupting."

Which statement is an opinion? A. Freshman Anita Jones states that excessive homework requirements cause her undue stress. B. Students reported symptoms such as headaches, anxiety attacks, and difficulty sleeping. C. Excessive homework requirements causes students undue stress and harm their quality of life. D. Students who do homework more than three hours per day show elevated cortisol levels compared to students who do no homework.

C. Excessive homework requirements causes students undue stress and harm their quality of life. Words like "excessive" and "undue" are subject to interpretation and reflect beliefs rather than verifiable facts. However, words like these may appear in factual statements about what people said they felt or believed.

Whether you enjoy physical activities like surfing and volleyball or just enjoy relaxing in the sun, a beach vacation ______ the ideal trip. Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above? A.were B.had been C.is D.be

C. is This sentence discusses something that will always exist, so the present tense verb "is" best suits its context.

With ______ are you going to the movies? Which of the following pronouns correctly completes the sentence above? A.which B.who C.whom D.that

C. whom The pronoun "whom" should accompany a preposition such as "with." The pronoun "who" cannot stand in for a word that is the object of a preposition. There is a more accurate choice.

~Many people are concerned about having high cholesterol levels, but having high levels of certain forms of cholesterol can actually be a health benefit. High-density lipoproteins (HDL), often referred to as "good cholesterol," absorb low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or "bad cholesterol." After absorbing LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol transfers it to the liver, which rids the body of the LDL cholesterol. Some foods don't have any cholesterol at all, such as spinach and tomatoes. Eating foods high in HDL cholesterol can decrease heart disease risks. These foods include beans, legumes, whole grains, nuts, high-fiber fruits, avocado, and olive oil. Which of the following sentences does not belong in a well-organized paragraph? A."Many people are concerned about having high cholesterol levels, but having high levels of certain forms of cholesterol can actually be a health benefit." B."After absorbing LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol transfers it to the liver, which rids the body of the LDL cholesterol." C."Some foods don't have any cholesterol at all, such as spinach and tomatoes." D.These foods include beans, legumes, whole grains, nuts, high-fiber fruits, avocado, and olive oil.

C."Some foods don't have any cholesterol at all, such as spinach and tomatoes." This sentence about foods without any cholesterol is awkwardly placed in the middle of a discussion of foods with cholesterol. NOT B bc this sentence is relevant to the discussion of HDL cholesterol and should not be deleted.

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "subcutaneous"? A.Living near a body of water B.developing over the Earth's atmosphere C.existing under the skin D.being in a state of hibernation

C.existing under the skin The prefix "sub-" refers to something that is under, and the root word "cutane" refers to skin.

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "anachronism"? A.A clock that indicates the current month B.A story that defies logic C.A mistake involving time period D.A text that has been proven incorrect

C.A mistake involving time period An analysis of the structure of "anachronistic" reveals that its prefix, "an-," means "not" and its root word, "-chron," means "time," so this is the most logical definition of the word.

Based on the two parts of the word "thermograph," which of the following definitions is correct? A.A drawing of the weather in a specific region B.A tool for measuring a person's temperature C.An instrument that creates a diagram indicating temperature D.An instrument that regulates the temperature in a room

C.An instrument that creates a diagram indicating temperature The prefix thermo- means heat, the suffix graph- means diagram, and a thermograph is an instrument that creates an image indicating temperature.

~ Do not be fooled by the fact that you can wipe away a web with a single stroke of your hand. For a material so fine, it is unusually resilient. This is not only due to the web's fiber strength but also a result of its extreme stretchiness and ability to stiffen when subjected to extreme pressure. Which of the following is the best topic sentence for the paragraph above? A.A spider extrudes its web from an organ called a spinneret. B.Perhaps the earliest example of a spider's web is one trapped in amber dating from the Early Cretaceous period. C.Believe it or not, spider's webs are among the strongest known materials. D.Some people think that spider's webs are pretty gross, but they are actually amazing and super strong.

C.Believe it or not, spider's webs are among the strongest known materials. The paragraph is about the strength of spider's webs, and this sentence introduces that topic well. NOT D. The language of this sentence is too informal to be an appropriate topic sentence for this particular paragraph.

~Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "interstellar"? A.On a planet B.Near the sun C.Between the stars D.In a galaxy

C.Between the stars

Which of the following sentences would most likely be found in an instructional manual? A.After you get the monitor and your PYRUS 534 PERSONAL COMPUTER out, place them on your desk, work area, or any place you like at all! B.Connect the monitor to that spot on the back of the PYRUS 534 PERSONAL COMPUTER using the monitor cable included in the package. C.Determine whether the keyboard uses a USB or PS/2 connector and use the correct connector to connect it to the PYRUS 534 PERSONAL COMPUTER. D.So now that that's all finished, what you're going to do is install your external speakers to the audio port at the rear of the PYRUS 534 PERSONAL COMPUTER.

C.Determine whether the keyboard uses a USB or PS/2 connector and use the correct connector to connect it to the PYRUS 534 PERSONAL COMPUTER. The directions in an instructional manual should be simple and impersonal, like this sentence.

Which of the following sentences would most likely be found in a message to one's employer? A.You and I both know I'm the best candidate for this promotion, so you should give it to me because I'd really appreciate it. B.I'm best for this promotion, you should give it to me, because I'm the right candidate and I'd appreciate it. C.I believe that I am the ideal candidate for this promotion and would appreciate your consideration greatly. D.Hey, why don't you give me that promotion —you know I'm the best one for it and I'd love it if you did!

C.I believe that I am the ideal candidate for this promotion and would appreciate your consideration greatly. One should use formal language when addressing one's employer, so this is the best answer choice.

Which of the following sentences would most likely be found in a letter to a close family member? A.I am anticipating our Wednesday meeting vigorously. B.I have a meeting with you scheduled for Wednesday. C.I can't wait to see you next Wednesday. D.We are to meet on Wednesday, December 18.

C.I can't wait to see you next Wednesday.

Which of the following sentences is structured correctly? Select all that apply. A.Although my husband likes tomatoes I can't stand them. B.Be sure to, before you go outside, put on a warm coat. C.My mechanic, who I've been using for the past four years, is very professional. D.I love chocolate it is by far my favorite flavor. E.People who always interrupt me when I'm speaking really get on my nerves!

C.My mechanic, who I've been using for the past four years, is very professional. E.People who always interrupt me when I'm speaking really get on my nerves!

___________ are key ingredients of an authentic frittata. Which of the following words correctly completes the sentence above?A.Potatos B.Potato's C.Potatoes D.Potatoes'

C.Potatoes This is the correct way to write the plural form of "potato."

I referred the patient to radiology. Which of the following defines the prefix radio- as used in the word "radiology" in the sentence above? A.Relating to the spinal column B.Relating to the nerve root C.Relating to x-rays D.Relating to breathing

C.Relating to x-rays This is the definition of the prefix radio-.

Which of the following sentences would likely be found in a newspaper article? A.Today's election for politicians will have a tremendous impact on the state. B.The Earth-shatteringly consequential nature of this election is not lost on the marvelously concerned voters of fair Marshall County. C.Voters are lined up for several blocks outside of Eleanor Roosevelt High School. D.The school has been a great big polling location for the past three decades.

C.Voters are lined up for several blocks outside of Eleanor Roosevelt High School. A newspaper article should express facts clearly and simply, and that is what this sentence accomplishes. NOT A. A newspaper article needs to have specific information, but this sentence uses vague terms such as "politicians" and "the state." NOT B. A newspaper article should express facts clearly and simply, but this sentence is unnecessarily wordy. NOT D. A newspaper article should be written in a somewhat formal manner, and "great big" is too informal a phrase for such an article.

My ______ are really sore after taking that long run.Which of the following words correctly completes the sentence above? A.calfs B.calfes C.calves D.calvs

C.calves This is the correct way to spell the plural form of "calf."

~Some people have trouble acclimating to a vegan diet, but others take to it __________. Which of the following options is the appropriate spelling of the word that completes the sentence above? A.enthusiasticaly B.enthusiasticly C.enthusiastically D.enthusiasticlly

C.enthusiastically

Which of the following is not a primary source on Charles Darwin? A. Charles Darwin's field notes from his travels B. On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin C. An online database of Charles Darwin's writings D. A blog post about Charles Darwin's contributions

D. A blog post about Charles Darwin's contributions An online database of writing by a historical figure is primary, but a blog post reflecting on his contributions is secondary

Which of the following options is a complete sentence? A. Starting my first day of work. B. To start my first day of work on Tuesday. C. When I start my first day of work on Tuesday. D. I am starting my first day of work on Tuesday.

D. I am starting my first day of work on Tuesday. This is a complete sentence because it is the only answer choice that includes both a subject ("I") and a verb ("am").

There is an empty bed in room ________ is now available for the next patient.Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.109, it B.109: it C.109 it D.109; it

D.109; it A semicolon is used to join two complete clauses.

I'm writing to inform you that I am most dissatisfied with your product. The Wonder-Gig I purchased through your website does not function as advertised. I would appreciate a full refund within the next 30 days. Which of the following is the most likely audience for this passage? A.A family member who works for a company B.A friend who works at a company C.A cashier who works at a store D.A customer service professional

D.A customer service professional The formal language in this note indicates that it was intended for a customer service professional.

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "osteoporosis"? A.To decrease because of age B.The study of elderly people C.To become weakened D.A disease of the bones

D.A disease of the bones An analysis of the structure of "osteoporosis" reveals that its prefix, "osteo-," means "bones" and its suffix, "-osis," means "diseased."

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "oculist"? A.A textbook on the topic of bones B.A doctor who specializes in bones C.A textbook on the topic of eyes D.A doctor who specializes in eyes

D.A doctor who specializes in eyes The prefix "ocu-" refers to eyes and the suffix "-ist" refers to a person with a particular job, such as a doctor.

A nurse performs physical exams. A nurse provides health information. A nurse administers medications. Which of the following sentences correctly restates the passage? A.A nurse performs physical exams, a nurse provides health information, a nurse administers medications. B.A nurse performs physical exams and provides health information, a nurse administers medications. C.A nurse performs physical exams and administers medications. D.A nurse performs physical exams, provides health information, and administers medications.

D.A nurse performs physical exams, provides health information, and administers medications. This is the only complete and correctly structured sentence among the answer choices.

Which of the following sentences in a research paper should include a citation? A.According to Dr. Ibez in her Eating Right, "Those looking to reduce their fat intake should consider drinking almond milk instead of cow's milk." B.While it may not result in impressive musculature, cardiovascular exercise is integral to good health. C.People often adjust their diets, but it is always best to consult a dietician before making any radical changes. D.According to a study from last year, "Probiotic supplements may correct bacterial imbalances in the gut."

D.According to a study from last year, "Probiotic supplements may correct bacterial imbalances in the gut." This sentence includes a quotation, so it needs a citation to indicate the specific source of the quotation.

During which part of the writing process should the writer generate a list of ideas regardless of their quality? A.Freewriting B.Proofreading C.Drafting D.Brainstorming

D.Brainstorming The brainstorming phase of the writing process involves generating a list of ideas regardless of their quality.

Which of the following sentences is structured correctly? A.I am thinking about repainting, redecorating my bedroom this winter. B.What time, are we supposed to, arrive at the neighbor's house? C.There's no right or wrong way to create art feel free to simply express yourself. D.Do you mind lending me that book when you're finished reading it; it looks interesting.

D.Do you mind lending me that book when you're finished reading it; it looks interesting. This compound sentence is punctuated correctly with a semicolon joining its two clauses.

~Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of "pulmonary"? A.Beginning in the esophagus B.Dependent on the heart C.Coming from the kidneys D.Related to the lungs

D.Related to the lungs An analysis of the structure of "pulmonary" reveals that its prefix, "pulmon-," means "lungs" and its suffix, "-onary," means "relating to." Although the term "pulmonary" does involve a part of the body, the root word "pulmon" does not mean "heart."

When exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays, the pigment melanin defends the skin against those damaging rays. The result is a suntan, and the pigment disperses heat and absorbs ultraviolet light. However, too much exposure to ultraviolet rays can overwhelm the skin, which leads to a sunburn. A sunburn causes redness, possible blistering, and a terrible burning sensation that may take some time to fade. Which of the following is the best topic sentence for the paragraph above? A.Ultraviolet rays do not generate enough energy to ionize atoms, so they are not ionizing radiation. B.If you are considering going sunbathing, you should use a high-SPF sunblock. C.I once got a really bad sunburn, and it was one of the most painful things I ever had to suffer through. D.When spending time out in the sun, one should be careful not to soak up so much to cause a painful sunburn.

D.When spending time out in the sun, one should be careful not to soak up so much to cause a painful sunburn. This paragraph is about getting a sunburn, and this answer choice introduces that topic well.

Some doctors ________ surprised to learn that making an accurate prognosis can be very challenging.Which of the following verbs correctly completes the sentence above? A.is B.was C.has been D.are

D.are The antecedent of the required verb is "doctors," so the plural verb "are" is needed.

The members of our medical team ________ promoting health awareness initiatives all week long. Which of the following verbs correctly completes the sentence above? A.is B.were C.was D.are

D.are The antecedent of the required verb is "members," so the plural verb "are" is needed.

Doctors need to earn a number of degrees, and these __________ degree, a Doctor of Medicine degree, and/or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.may include, a Bachelor's B.may include; a Bachelor's C.may include: a Bachelor's D.may include a Bachelor's

D.may include a Bachelor's No punctuation is needed to introduce the list of degrees in this sentence. NOT C bc No punctuation is needed to introduce the list of degrees in this sentence.

Children who are just here for a check up should sit in the "well" section of the waiting _______ who are here because they are not feeling well should sit in the "sick" section. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.room children B.room, children C.room: children D.room; children

D.room; children A semicolon is used to join two complete clauses.

Members of the group disagree on the best way to divide ______ duties.Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? A.they're B.its C.it's D.their

D.their The needed pronoun refers to the plural noun "members," so the plural pronoun "their" is required.

~It wasn't until the mid-twentieth century that the health community began to question the negative effects of smoking tobaco. Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above? A.mid-twentieth B.community C.effects D.tobaco

D.tobaco

Which of the following spellings is correct? Depindant Dependint Dependunt Dependent

Dependent

Select a verb that correctly completes the following sentence. ___ not worry about it. Is Do You Was

Do The helping verb do should be used to make a negative statement with the main verb worry. A helping verb is a supporting verb that accompanies a main verb. Questions, negative sentences, and certain time situations require helping verbs. Forms of helping verb "to do" include do, does, did, and doing.

(lay/ lie) Every Sunday afternoon, I ____ on the couch and watch movies. Last Sunday afternoon, I ___ on the couch and watched movies.

Every Sunday afternoon, I *lie* on the couch and watch movies. Last Sunday afternoon, I *lay* on the couch and watched movies.

(dual/duel) He had a ___ life as a spy. The two knights fought in a ____

He had a *dual* life as a spy. The two knights fought in a *duel*

Which is the sentence with the correct use of punctuation? I cooked so I could eat dinner. I cooked so, I could eat dinner. I cooked so I, could eat dinner. I cooked, so I could eat dinner.

I cooked, so I could eat dinner. Commas are placed before coordinating conjunctions.

(its/it's) I don't want to go outside because ___so cold. You can determine the meaning of a word from ____ context.

I don't want to go outside because *it's* so cold. You can determine the meaning of a word from *its* context.

Which of the following spellings is correct? Judgmant Judgment Judgement Judgemant

Judgment Alternative standards allow for a spelling option of judgement, but American standards state that when adding a suffix such as "-ment" to a word ending with a silent sounding "-e" as in the word judge, the mute "-e" is dropped, making judgment the only correct option.

(there/ their/ they're) Julie and Ahmed are very close; ___ best friends! The bathroom is over ___. My parents are selling ____ house.

Julie and Ahmed are very close; *they're* best friends! The bathroom is over *there*. My parents are selling *their* house.

Which of the following spellings is correct? Posibility Possibility Possibilitie Possibillity

Possibility

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues. If you wake up outside in your pajamas in the middle of the night, you may be a *somnambulist.* Explorer Magician Insomniac Sleepwalker

Sleepwalker

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence. Jolie has remained *intransigent* in her stance on the issue. Stubborn Indefinite Passionate Outspoken

Stubborn The prefix in means "not," and the root word "trans" means across. So an intransigent person is not willing to cross or bend, so this would be a stubborn person.

(affect/effect) The amount of time you spend studying can ____ your performance on an exam. The time she spent studying had an ___ on her performance.

The amount of time you spend studying can *affect* your performance on an exam. The time she spent studying had an *effect* on her performance.

Identify the independent clause in the following sentence: You need to call your mother as soon as you get home. You need to call your mother As soon as you get home You get home You need to call

You need to call your mother it is independent bc it has subject, verb and expresses a complete thought.

____ is a word that describes a verb, adjective or another ____ a. adverb b. adjective c. noun d. independent clase

a. adverb describes, modifies or tells us more about a verb, adjective or another vert Words such as slowly, very, and yesterday are adverbs.

What contains a single subject, and a predicate (a verb & something about the subject)? a. independent clause b. complete thought c. simple sentence. d. dependent clause

a. independent clause An independent clause contains a single subject (who or what the sentence is about) and a predicate (a verb and something about the subject).

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence? a.Timothy got a massage after running. b. After running, Timothy got a massage. c. Since Timothy went running he got a massage. d. Timothy went running, and then he got a massage.

b. After running, Timothy got a massage. A *complex sentence* is a sentence that is made up of an independent clause and one or more dependent clauses connected to it. This is a complex sentence because it starts with a subordinating conjunction, after, has a dependent clause followed by a comma, and then has an independent clause. You can recognize a dependent clause because they always begin with a subordinating conjunction. These words are key ingredients in complex sentences, here are a few examples of subordinating conjunctions: after, although, as, because, before, despite, even though, if, once, rather than, since, unless, whereas, and while.

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence? a. Although termites are insects. b. Termites are very industrious insects. c. Termites are insects, and they are very industrious. d. Because termites are insects, they are very industrious.

b. Termites are very industrious insects. it contains one independent clause consisting of a simple subject and a predicate simple sentence is a group of words that make up a complete thought. To be a complete thought, simple sentences must have one independent clause

______ is a word that describes a noun or pronoun a. adverb b. adjective c. noun d. independent clase

b. adjective

~ In the past week, there ___________ hundreds of requests for our new product!Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? a. was B. are C. have been D. has been

c. have been Since this sentence describes action that began in the past, it requires the perfect progressive tense: "have been." NOT 'was' bc While this sentence does describe action that began in the past, it does not take the simple past tense form because the action happened several times and is ongoing. NOT 'are' bc this sentence describes action that began in the past, it does not take the present tense form. NOT 'has been' bc this sentence describes action that began in the past, it requires the perfect progressive tense, but "has been" cannot be used with the plural noun "requests."

What connects a clause to a noun or pronoun? a. adverb b. verb c. relative pronouns d. pronouns

c. relative pronouns These are some relative pronouns: who, whom, whoever, whose, that, which

Which of the following prefixes means "with"? bio- per- con- trans-

con- ex: connect (link with another) or convene (come together with other)

Which strategy is recommended during the drafting phase? a. List all ideas that come to mind without worrying whether they're good or on-topic. b. Don't worry about noting where you got your information; save that step for the end. c. Stop writing frequently to look up grammar rules and words you don't know how to spell. d. Get the ideas down on paper, even if some sentences sound awkward or contain errors.

d. Get the ideas down on paper, even if some sentences sound awkward or contain errors. Drafting is about getting ideas down on paper. You can reread later to fix awkward sentences and errors. Writing/Drafting is getting the bulk of the text down on the page in complete sentences.

Which word in the following sentence is an adverb? We should go outside. We should go outside

outside Outside is an adverb that describes the verb go.

~After revising and editing her essay, Sandra did a final _______ to check for errors in spelling and grammar. Type the word that correctly completes the sentence above in the box below:

proofread, proof read The proofreading phase of the writing process involves locating and correcting errors in spelling and grammar.

Guillermo read a great deal about Burundi culture while ________ a book he planned to write about drumming. Type in the phase of the writing process that correctly completes the sentence above in the box below:

researching The researching phase of the writing process involves reading sources to find information that supports the main idea.

Select the pronoun that could be used in the following sentence. Mrs. Sato, ___ lives down the street, is 99 years old. she who which whom

who The relative pronoun who introduces a clause that gives more information about the noun Mrs. Sato. Relative pronouns connect a clause to a noun or pronoun. These are some relative pronouns: who, whom, whoever, whose, that, which