teas test
20. The fact that she lied to her best friend weighed heavily on her ____. a. Conscience b. Consciense c. Consceince d. Concience
a. Conscience
19. Which of the following options is the correct plural spelling? a. Thesis b. Syllabi c. Parenthesi d. Datum
b. Syllabi
(Bessie Coleman passage) Which of the following sources would be useful for gathering more information about Bessie Coleman? a) A documentary film on female pilots in World War 1 b) A biography of the Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur c) The national museum of African American history and culture d) A comprehensive history of sharecropping eastern Texas.
The national museum of African American history and culture
16. The spaces between the ribs are known as ____ spaces; they contain the ____ veins. Which of the following words is the best choice for the blanks in the sentence? a. Intracostal b. Intravenous c. Intervenous d. Intercostal
d. Intercostal
33. Which of the following sentences contains formal language for use in an academic paper? a. The participants in the study included guys aged 25 to 35 years living in Kansas. b. I think that past lit reviews support my hypothesis. c. The data analysis results don't support the rejection of the null hypothesis. d. Many behavior modification studies use a single-subject research design.
d. Many behavior modification studies use a single-subject research design.
(Farallon islands passage) 2. Which of the following supports the detail that the Farallon islands are a natural home to many animals? Human presence Lush landscape Abundant land Ocean currents
ocean currents
Which of the following words is synonym for avain in this passage? a) Bird b) Flying c) Aerial d) Plane
bird
24. Based upon the affixes, which of the following words could be defined as "the study of humans"? a. Biology b. Philanthropy c. Anthropomorphism d. Anthropology
d. Anthropology
34. Which of the following options correctly changes the singular form to the plural form? (Select all that apply.) a. Goose to gooses b. Child to childs c. Bus to busses d. Focus to foci e. Index to indices
d. Focus to foci e. Index to indices
35. Which of the following is a compound sentence? a. Swimming is extremely fun. b. I don't like to run or swim. c. He will not run today. d. He ran, but she ran faster.
d. He ran, but she ran faster.
35. A student newspaper editor is adding images to newspaper articles and finds a photograph of a woman smiling and standing in a large fish. With which of the following articles should the student expect to place this photo? o "New Species Discovered by Anthropology Department Alumna" o "Construction to Begin This Week for Chemistry, Biology Buildings" o "Budget Cuts Looming for National Parks" o "Increased Rainfall Expected This Year, Experts Claim".
"New Species Discovered by Anthropology Department Alumna"
(Hedy Lamarr passage) 17. Which of the following lines from the passage supports the inference that Hedy Lamarr worked earnestly to archive her goals? o She began starring in American films with MGM studios in the late 1930s and early 1940s o She even spent time working with the science engineering team employee by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon o ....her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored o ... but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time.
... but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time.
(Clara Barton timeline) 28. Which of the following information indicates Clara Barton has international influence? o 1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the office of missing soldiers o 1869: Barton travels to Europe assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor o 1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the civil war o 1881: Barton petitions president Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization.
1881: Barton petitions president Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization.
(Farallon islands passage) 5. Which of the following is a credible source that the author might have consulted to help write the article? a) A biography of the president Theodore Roosevelt, with an emphasis on his passion for hunting b) A copy of a story published by the fish and wildlife service originally written by a former refuge manager c) An 1890 cartographer's notes on efforts to map northern d) A nutrionist scholarly journal article on Gold Rush miner's diets
A copy of a story published by the fish and wildlife service originally written by a former refuge manager
(Shia Passage) 2. Which of the following is the topic excerpt? o A mysterious experience from work o A building with poor lighting and security o An employee who is easily scared o A boss's expectations of an employee
A mysterious experience from work
(Farallon islands passage) 3. Which of the following organizations might the author of this article most closely associate? A group that studies marine mammal behaviour An educational special interest group A nature conservancy A group that supports first-time novelists
A nature conservancy
5. Which of the following sources would be the best resolve other suspense novels? o A public library's digital catalog o The online reviews of the novel o A New York Times bestseller list o An encyclopaedia entry about suspense genre.
A public library's digital catalog
(Groundhog Day passage) 30. What source would be most useful in determining the reliability of Punxsutawney Phil's predictions over a number of years? o A memoir from a member of the Groundhog Club o A record of weather patterns in the last decade o An encyclopaedia entry on mammals in the northeast U.S o A historical survey of customs in Pennsylvania
A record of weather patterns in the last decade
A parent is researching types of sunscreen to use for his child to wear to swim lessons. Which of the following resources would be the most reliable for the parent to consult? An advertisement for sunscreen in a parenting magazine A published interview with well-known heart surgeon A review of sunscreens from a skin cancer research foundation A recommendation from the child's swim instructor.
A review of sunscreens from a skin cancer research foundation
Editor Wanted Copy editor needed for new corporate magazine. All applicants must have four years of editorial experience. A college degree in journalism or English is required. The job requires full-time hours with competitive benefits offered. The starting salary is $30,000 per year. Contact human resources at 444-4444 to apply. Using the employment advertisement above, which of the following applicants could meet the requirements of this job? a) A college graduate who majored in layout design. b) A newspaper reporter who has 2 years of editing experience. c) A teacher who has taught for 4 years. d) A writer looking to work for 40 hours a week.
A teacher who has taught for 4 years.
(birthday party passage) 23. Which of the following conclusions is supported by all the details provided about the birthday party? o Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow o Dr. Oliver Creekstone is a carnivorous eater o The Creekstone estate is a half-acre lot line with tress o The Creekstone estate cannot hold seven more zebras.
Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow
34. A study group is asked to prepare a report about the effects of mobile use on consumers' hearing. Which of the following sources is most likely to provide relevant data? o A consumer report about surcharges applied to customers' bills by mobile phone companies o A professional journal article about the incidence of generic hearing loss o A university research paper about decibel limits of headphones and speakers o A statistical report of mobile phone usage by Mobile Phone Company.
A university research paper about decibel limits of headphones and speakers
(Farallon islands passage) 7. Which of the following best describes the meaning if the word inadvertently as used in the second paragraph? o Quickly o Intentionally o Accidentally o Approximately
Accidentally
(Clara Barton timeline) 27. Which of the following words as used in the timeline indicates the chronology of events in Barton's life? o Front o First o After o Through
After
(Clara Barton timeline) 26. According to the timeline which of the following events happens second? o Barton works as a federal patent clerk o Barton travels to Europe o Barton identifies anonymous soldiers o Barton works on the frontlines of civil war.
Barton works on the frontlines of civil war.
(peanut butter cookies passage) 33. Which of the following statements about the passage is true? o These cookies should be cooked on a baking rack o These cookies can be cooked in a microwave oven o Folding I peanut butter must be done o Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously.
Beating egg whites means stirring them vigorously
(Bessie Coleman passage) Which of the following statements correctly identifies the sequence of events in the reading? a) Born to sharecropper parents, Bessie Coleman moved to France to take flight training and then returned to the United States as a stunt pilot b) After life as a sharecropper, Bessie Coleman raised money as a stunt pilot to attend flight school in France c) Bessie Coleman's parents were sharecroppers who sent her to France as a child to become a pilot, after which she returned and opened a flight school d) Bessie Coleman was a pilot, then a sharecropper, who lived in France where she was inducted into the national aviation hall of fame.
Born to sharecropper parents, Bessie Coleman moved to France to take flight training and then returned to the United States as a stunt pilot
2. Which of the following options best describe how Turman supports his argument? a) By appealing to a shared sense of community and values. b) By evoking the feeling of annoyance and relief. c) By addressing his audience at just the right moment. d) By assembling evidence and logical explanation.
By evoking the feeling of annoyance and relief.
(The office memo) 19. Which of the following first prompted the CEO to consider improvising nap rooms o Having extra room available near the gym and cafeteria o Learning that NASA allows napping during the workday o Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue o Reading the 2008 study about napping in the work place.
Company-wide audits that reported employee fatigue
(birthday party passage) 24. Which of the following quotes from a guest at the birthday party contains a stereotype? o Considering the elderly age of Dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent o I once thought Dr, Creekstone to be irresponsible, but this party was well-planned and executed o I would never want my own birthday party to have smelly zebras and loud fireworks o The food provided was incredible: nevertheless, the party turned my sour mood around.
Considering the elderly age of Dr. Creekstone, he was surprisingly articulate and intelligent
(tipping in restaurants passage) 13. Which of the following is evidence the writer provide to support the main argument? o Customers pay a large percentage of server's salaries o Minimum wage varies from state to state o Customers are grateful for excellent service o Servers do not provide good service because of their low pay.
Customers pay a large percentage of server's salaries
(The Great Emu War) Which of the following statements is a logical conclusion based on this report? a) Emus continued destroying crops in the area throughout the 1930s and 1940s b) After losing the support of Australian government, farmer engaged in guerrilla warfare to combat the emus in 1934, 1943 and 1948 c) From 1932 to 1948, the Australian government battled emus on behalf of farmers d) After losing the great emu war in 1932, the Australian government provided limited military support to farmers in 1934, 1943 and 1948.
Emus continued destroying crops in the area throughout the 1930s and 1940s
(The Great Emu War) 1. During the Great Emu War, which of the following events happened immediately after the conflict resumed in mid-November? a) Military efforts became ineffective b) The Australian government launched the initial assault c) The military withdrew d) Emus resorted to guerrilla tactics.
Emus resorted to guerrilla tactics.
Which of the following best describes the report? a) Human kind versus nature b) Hierarchy in nature c) Nature as beauty d) Extraordinary natural phenomena
Extraordinary natural phenomena
(shia passage) 4. Which of the following from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century? o His office was on the thirtieth floor, far too high to get much more than a faint glow from the street lights below o Shia froe, as if he were caught by the gaze of..... o He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: I don't think I can work anymore o Shia didn't stop running until he had burst the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car.
He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: I don't think I can work anymore
(Hedy Lamarr passage) 14. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from Hedy Lamar's acting career? o Hedy lamarr was the first European actress of the 1990s o Hedy lamarr wanted more opportunities to speak while acting o Hedy lamarr was content with her contribution to.. o Hedy lamarr worked in America films with.....
Hedy lamarr wanted more opportunities to speak while acting
(Hedy Lamarr passage) 18. Which of the following is statements supports the claim the Hedy Lamarr made significant contributions to the advancement of technology? o The technology of the era wasn't good enough to easily implement Lamarr's system o She spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon o She had many failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink o Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and WI-FI.
Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and WI-FI.
32. Which of the following word are synonyms for "erroneously" as used in the passage? (select all that apply) o Incorrectly o Inconsequentially o Mistakenly o Extraneously o Exceptionally
Incorrectly Mistakenly
(playful pooch passage) 21. Which of the following terms identifies the authors tone in the passage Sarcastic Formal Informal Scientific
Informal
It can be difficult to write sometimes, especially if you are creating something brand new. It is even harder when you must write while following certain rules. Some writers thrive when there are limits, like poets. Many poetry forms follow very specific rules, like sonnets or elegies: you can't just throw some words on a page and call it a haiku. On the other hand,some successful poets really enjoy breaking the rules. They will reuse to use proper punctuation or follow any sort of structure. So then what good are the rules if you can just break them and still succeed? That doesn't make any sense. I guess that is why I am not a poet. Based on the authors support and evidence, which of the following is a valid evaluation of the paragraph? a) It is an entertaining piece based on personal bias opinion. b) It is part of a student essay on how poets develop their craft c) It is a logical argument, proving that it is im
It is an entertaining piece based on personal bias opinion.
(baseball passage) 38. Which of the following resources would help a reader gather information about economic trade during World War II? o News articles and textbooks o Almanacs and music o Atlases and works of art o Social media and photographs.
News articles and textbooks
(theater passage) 6. Which of the following best describes the authors experience in the theatre? o Like you're in an emotionless state o No limit to where the theatre can take you o The theatre can transport you onto the stage o Like you've been squished into a sardine can.
No limit to where the theatre can take you
(Lexington & Concord passage) 10. Which of the following best describes the theme of the passage? o Patronizing o Sceptical o Objective o Nostalgic
Objective
41. The following sentences can be combined to form a paragraph. Which of the following sentences represents the main idea? o They have quite distinct and remarkably charming personalities o People kept begging us for more photos o We created a social media account for fans to follow their adventures o Our dogs are the most adorable creatures in the world.
Our dogs are the most adorable creatures in the world.
(Groundhog Day passage) 29. Which of the following evidence from the passage supports the inference that Groundhog Day is an entertaining tradition? o Legend has it that on Groundhog Day, the official weather forecasting groundhog awakes from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for shadow o This tradition has been officially observed in the US since the 1800s and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions o Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show and a ball o On February 2 each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning.
Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show and a ball
2. Which of the following pairs of examples from the passage best demonstrates why the use of plastics is a divisive topic? a) Plastic has advantages. Plastic is difficult to recycle efficiently b) Plastic is consumed by birds. Plastic is entering our food c) Plastic is popular. Plastic is used for packaging d) Plastic is in landfills. Plastic is in the ocean.
Plastic has advantages. Plastic is difficult to recycle efficiently
1. Based on evidence from the passage, which of the following is the most likely inference? a) If we increased production of single-use plastic packaging, more plastic would be recycled. b) Most of the plastic that has been produced has been recycled. c) The best thing about plastic is that it is recyclable, a renewable resource. d. Plastic makes life convenient, but its use has so many cons that its use should be reduced.
Plastic makes life convenient, but its use has so many cons that its use should be reduced.
(the office memo) 20. Which of the following additional pieces of information supports the claim that napping during the workday will help employees "b happier, healthier, and more productive"? o In 1999, National Napping Day was founded in response to Daylight Saving Time o Rested people have better impulse control, so they are more likely to choose nutritious food over junk food o Multiple companies have designed special seats or pods specifically for getting the optimal workplace nap o A study showing that the best time of the day for a nap is between 2 and 3 p.m.
Rested people have better impulse control, so they are more likely to choose nutritious food over junk food
(Shia Passage) 1. Which of the following contains only key points of the passage? o There are frightening noises in the office, Shia goes home, Shia sends his boss a text. o There is a thump like a dropped bowling ball, aloud crash, and the tinkling of shattered glass o Shia is working at his computer, there is a little light, and no one else should be in the building o Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work.
Shia is working late, he hears mysterious noises, and he is frightened enough to leave work.
25. "though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots," Which of the following words from the sentence above has negative connotation? o Contained o Shocked o Complimentary o Reportedly
Shocked
1. Which of the following phrases from this infomercial contains instructions about how to use the advertised product? a) Slip on our patented heat-deflecting mitten. b) No longer worry about your firm, sweaty grip destroying your cheeses or your butter. c) Leaving your fingerprints in that hard stick of butter. d) Bring you a brand-new piece of equipment for your home food station.
Slip on our patented heat-deflecting mitten.
39. An employee believes that she was injured on the job due to unsafe situation. Based on the advertisement below, which provides the necessary experience to purse her claim and would ensure the employee lowest overall cost? Martin and sons: job injuries, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Free initial consultation Smith and jones: no fee unless you win your case. Specializes in worker's compensation legal issues Williams attorneys: state and federal employment fairness, medical malpractice lawsuits. Reasonable settlement Thorn and Thomas: employment law, contract negotiations, and employment safety issues o Thorn and Thomas o Smith and jones o Williams attorneys o Martin and sons
Smith and jones
(shia Passage) 3. Which of the following is tone of the passage? o Witty o Incredulous o Aggressive o Tense
Tense
(Hedy Lamarr passage) 16. Which of the following can the reader infer about the authors point of view when they state: "the work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency- hoping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today"? o The author believes that we have underestimated the value of the contributions of lesser-known inventors o The author believes that the frequency-hopping system has damaged the potential of modern electronics o The author believes that the work of Lamarr and Antheil was instrumental to victory in World War II o The author believes we spend too much time using technologies derived from Lamarr's work.
The author believes that we have underestimated the value of the contributions of lesser-known inventors
(theater passage) 8. From the passage, which of the following statements represents a logic conclusion about the author o The author loves to attend theatrical productions o The author prefers musical comedies o The author also enjoys concerts and movie o The author finds theatre seating comfortable.
The author loves to attend theatrical productions
(baseball passage) 37. Which of the following statements is correct? o The author thinks singing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" is exciting. o The author thinks it would be exciting to watch a home run ball. o The author most enjoys the slow parts of the baseball game. o The author most enjoys eating peanuts at a baseball game.
The author thinks it would be exciting to watch a home run ball.
(tipping in restaurants passage) 12. Which of the following is the writer's main argument? o The custom of tipping should be abolished and servers paid a living wage o Customers are resentful of having to help pay the salaries of servers o The federal rate for servers is too low o Servers should provide excellent service no matter how much they make.
The custom of tipping should be abolished and servers paid a living wage
3. A high school football team arrives to practices one day to find that all of their equipment is missing. The coach wants to make sure he has considered every possibility before he alerts the principal. Which of the following pieces of evidence would be relevant to help explain what happened? a) Many of the players' parents have raised concerns over the potential for head injuries in contact football b) The school board has instituted budget cuts to the football program c) The football team often exchanges pranks with the biggest rival, a high school team from the next town d) The equipment has failed a recent safety inspection.
The football team often exchanges pranks with the biggest rival, a high school team from the next town
(Farallon islands passage) 6. Which of the following pieces of evidence does the author use to speculate why the farallon islands are called the devil's teeth? o Swimming from San Francisco to the islands is very risky o In 1863, violence broke out on the islands during the Egg war o They have always been called that by sailors who travel those waters o The islands have sharks, choppy currents and irregular coastline.
The islands have sharks, choppy currents and irregular coastline.
(Hedy Lamarr passage) 15. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn as to why the US was not interested in lamarr's invention? o Hollywood was known to contain spies o The navy preferred to use the work of military engineers o The military was too preoccupied to consider new inventions o They suspected her patent was valid.
The navy preferred to use the work of military engineers
(Lexington & Concord passage) 9. Which of the following could accurately subtitle this passage? The start of the revolution American march from the sea The full armies face off In the state of Massachusetts
The start of the revolution
31. Which of the following statements should be included in an accurate summary from the text? (select all that apply) o The canvassed voters recognised that the candidate was unqualified o The candidate had never been a politician before o The volunteers went to the houses of the opposing party accidentally o The candidate received more voters in places the volunteers canvassed o The canvassed voters changed party affiliation.
The volunteers went to the houses of the opposing party accidentally The candidate received more voters in places the volunteers canvassed
It can be difficult to write sometimes, especially if you are creating something brand new. It is even harder when you must write while following certain rules. Some writers thrive when there are limits, like poets. Many poetry forms follow very specific rules, like sonnets or elegies: you can't just throw some words on a page and call it a haiku. On the other hand,some successful poets really enjoy breaking the rules. They will reuse to use proper punctuation or follow any sort of structure. So then what good are the rules if you can just break them and still succeed? That doesn't make any sense. I guess that is why I am not a poet. Which of the following is the most likely source for most of the authors' statement in the passage? a) The writers' local university library b) The online writing lab at Purdue University c) Archive of recorded poetry and literature d) The writers own knowledge about writing.
The writers own knowledge about writing.
(theater passage) 7. Using evidence from the passage which of the following conclusions about the author can the reader make o They are overly emotional and ..... o They would rather be at a concert o They go to the theatre as often as possible o They enjoy the decor of most theatres
They go to the theatre as often as possible
Which of the following information sources contains copyright information for a given book? a) Index b) Publication page c) Title page d) Table of contents
Title page
(playful pooch passage) 22. Which of the following best identifies the author's purpose in the passage? o To narrate what it's like to have a new puppy o To inform the reader about illness in dogs o To argue that dogs shouldn't bite o To describe how to train a puppy
To describe how to train a puppy
(Lexington & concord passage) 11. Which of the following is the purpose of the passage? o To express o To inform o To persuade o To entertain
To inform
You might think the largest animal on Earth is the blue whale, and you would be correct. Blue whales can reach a length of 98 ft. long and can weigh as much as 198 tons. However, in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon, there is an organism currently covering an area of 3 square miles and estimated to weigh at least 7,500 tons: the Armillaria ostoyae fungus, also known as the honey mushroom or shoestring fungus. Though A. ostoyae is found in other places, such as Michigan and Germany, only Oregon's fungus has grown to such an enormous size. The humongous fungus is estimated to be anywhere from 2,000 to 8,000 years old, and it continues to grow by 1 to 3 feet every year. Which of the following is the purpose of the passage? a) To persuade b) To describe c) To entertain d) To inform
To inform
3. Which of the following options best describes the purpose of this infomercial? a) To amuse the audience with enthusiastic rhetoric b) To persuade the audience to buy the Dairy McGrabs c) To express frustration with the common dairy food problems d) To explain how the Dairy McGrabs works.
To persuade the audience to buy the Dairy McGrabs
36. Which of the following supports an evaluation of a logic argument? o Unbiased information o Generalizations o Emotional statements o Anecdotes
Unbiased information
10. According to the prefix "mal-," which of the following phrases best defines "malformed"? a. Badly formed b. Formed within c. Formed under d. Partially formed
a. Badly formed
6. The job applicants were shown to an anteroom, where they waited to be called for their interviews. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix "ante-" as used in the sentence above? a. Before b. Beyond c. Against d. After
a. Before
36. Which of the following tasks is appropriate during the final stage of the writing process? a. Checking for punctuation errors. b. Providing logical transitions. c. Establishing a clear claim d. Supporting the main argument.
a. Checking for punctuation errors.
22. Many _____ books are popular among adults these days. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? a. Children's b. Childrens's c. Childrens' d. Childrens
a. Children's
14. Everyone knew Sam was _____ to helping animals because of his volunteer work at the animal shelter. a. Committed b. Commited c. Comited d. Comitted
a. Committed
17. Which of the following statements about a thesis statement is correct? a. It is the central idea in a piece of writing. b. It is a fact. c. It is the secondary idea in a piece of writing. d. It has been proven by the scientific community.
a. It is the central idea in a piece of writing.
25. Which of the following sentences correctly uses apostrophes? a. Our home's roof needs repairing. b. My grandparents's families are coming to town for the holidays. c. There are many parks' located across the country. d. All of the womens thing's were lost at sea.
a. Our home's roof needs repairing.
2. Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct? a. The handle was loose and could have fallen off at any moment. b. The handle was lose and could have fallen off at any moment. c. The handle was lose and could of fallen off at any moment. d. The handle was loose and could of fallen off at any moment.
a. The handle was loose and could have fallen off at any moment.
30. Which of the following sentences regarding thesis statements in the writing process is correct? a. Thesis statement wording should be as specific as possible. b. The written work should disprove the thesis statement. c. The thesis statement should appear only at the end of a paper. d. Supporting evidence is not needed when the thesis statement is an opinion.
a. Thesis statement wording should be as specific as possible.
26. John Smith was the man ____ photographed the landscape. Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above? a. Who b. Which c. Whom d. That
a. Who
28. Which of the following sentences follows the rules of punctuation and capitalization? a. "I loved that show." he said. "It's my favorite of the year." b. "I loved that show," he said. "It's my favorite of the year." c. "I loved that show," He said. "It's my favorite of the year." d. "I loved that show," he said: "its my favorite of the year."
b. "I loved that show," he said. "It's my favorite of the year."
18. The pumpkin crop was incredibly small this year because of excessive rain in the spring and heat in the summer. Which of the following parts of speech describes the word "incredibly" as used in the sentence above? a. Preposition b. Adverb c. Pronoun d. Adjective
b. Adverb
37. The masked villain silently laughed while watching the hero struggle to escape. Which of the following parts of speech is the word "silently" in the previous sentence? a. Preposition b. Adverb c. Verb d. Adjective
b. Adverb
12. Which of the following sentences is an example of a third-person narrative voice? a. You have always been very meaningful to me. b. He was scared when he got on the plane. c. We love sightseeing in our national parks. d. I went to the store for some basic items.
b. He was scared when he got on the plane.
31. Which of the following is a complete sentence? a. When I was young and loved going for runs in the park. b. I walked all three dogs around the park this morning. c. Walking with a limp as a result of the thorn. d. Running through the park before breakfast.
b. I walked all three dogs around the park this morning.
29. Which of the following is true about a strong academic thesis? a. It is a viewpoint endorsed by one's professor. b. It directly states the argument. c. It reflects the opinions of most people. d. A reasonable argument cannot be made against it.
b. It directly states the argument.
9. Which of the following statements about a paragraph's concluding sentence is true? a. It gives information that opposes the topic sentence. b. It summarizes the paragraph's main point. c. It gives supporting details for the topic sentence. d. It summarizes the essay's main point.
b. It summarizes the paragraph's main point.
8. I had to wrack my brain and plum the depths of my resources to overcome the foul consequences of my previous vice. Which of the following homophones should be used to correct the sentence above? a. Fowl b. Plumb c. Rack d. Vise
b. Plumb
21. Knitting is my favorite hobby. I feel such a sense of accomplishment when I finish a sweater or a pair of socks. A ball of wool holds so much potential, and is also a sustainable resource. The repetition of stitch after stitch is so relaxing. Researchers say it can have the same benefits as meditation. There are other health benefits of knitting, too. The craft can slow cognitive decline and improve symptoms of arthritis. I started knitting when I was in college and liked to knit during class. Knitting is a very portable hobby. It helped me pay attention to lectures. If you're looking for a fun hobby, perhaps you should give knitting a try. Which of the following sentences does not fit with the rest of the paragraph above? a. There are other benefits of knitting, too. b. The repetition of stitch after stitch is so relaxing. c. A ball of wool holds so much potential, and is also a sustainable resource. d. It helpe
c. A ball of wool holds so much potential, and is also a sustainable resource.
27. In which of the following situations is a citation needed? a. A professor teaches a concept from a book she wrote. b. A speaker recites an original poem. c. A student quotes song lyrics to support his point. d. A writer states a well-known and accepted fact.
c. A student quotes song lyrics to support his point.
7. Which of the following sentences does not belong in a paragraph about caring for newly hatched chickens? a. Set the hatching area temperature to 95 0 F, reducing it by 5 0 each week after the chicks arrive. b. Giving the chicks medicated or non-medicated food is a controversial choice that you should make after speaking to your supplier or feed store personnel. c. Eggs should be collected daily from a mature hen to ensure the eggs are not fertilized. d. Make sure the chicks have plenty of clean water in shallow containers, giving them sugar water on their first day for a boost of energy.
c. Eggs should be collected daily from a mature hen to ensure the eggs are not fertilized.
13. Which of the following options best completes the sentence below? The responsibilities of a class president are extensive; _____, she should not become so involved that she neglects her studies. a. Especially b. Indeed c. However d. Therefore
c. However
15. Which of the following is the meaning of the word "indiscriminate"? a. Distinct b. Selective c. Miscellaneous d. Noisy
c. Miscellaneous
23. Which of the following sentences is likely to be found in a descriptive passage about a county fair? a. On Friday evening, join us for the parade through downtown, ending at the fairgrounds. b. There were more than 25 entries in the livestock competition. c. The Ferris wheel rose high above the midway, illuminating the night sky. d. I think the county fair should encourage more people to enter its baking and gardening competitions.
c. The Ferris wheel rose high above the midway, illuminating the night sky.
5. Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. The young man asked, "Have you read "The Hobbit"? b. The young man yelled, "Oh what a wonderful day to go see the seals'." c. The young man said, "It's a nice day to take a walk in the park." d. The young man exclaimed, "Wow, what fun we had today?"
c. The young man said, "It's a nice day to take a walk in the park."term-5
32. Numerous studies have confirmed that a brisk walk 30 minutes each day is adequate exercise for most healthy adults. Two of the most beneficial aspects are increased metabolism and joint flexibility. Equally important, however, are the mental benefits. A daily walk provides a chance to decompress from the stresses of the work day. A change of scenery and fresh air can brighten your mood. Which of the following sentences would be the best topic sentence for the paragraph? a. One of the easiest ways to lose inches is to take a walk on a daily basis. b. Exercise does not have to be difficult; consider walking. c. There are physical and psychological reasons for a daily walk. d. If you want to get in shape, the first step is to get moving.
c. There are physical and psychological reasons for a daily walk.
1. Which of the following sentences correctly follows the rules of capitalization? a. Even though he moved to New York, he was born in a Western town. b. I plan to enroll in College next year. c. The A1 Plumbing Board of Directors gave every employee a raise. d. The Geography students took a class trip to the Rocky Mountains.
d. The Geography students took a class trip to the Rocky Mountains.
4. Which of the following is a complex sentence? a. Jung-hoon and Cho decreased their carbon footprint. b. Jung-hoon waited for the bus and when the bus didn't appear, he wasn't sure it would, so he walked to the next bus stop. c. Both the bus and Jung-hoon were running late. d. When Jung-hoon found a seat on the bus, he hoped he would have a quiet ride.
d. When Jung-hoon found a seat on the bus, he hoped he would have a quiet ride.
3. Using context clues, what is the correct order of sentences for the following paragraph about dressing a loom? a. Now for some good news: once the loom is dressed, the hard part is done. b. With the heddles threaded, the ward threads are passed through a comb-like aperture called a reed, to keep everything straight and even, and tied off at the end of the loom. c. First, the warp - the portion of the yarn that will run lengthwise in the finished product - is wound onto a warping board, allowing the weaver to measure out its length. d. The warp is then carefully transferred to the loom, and individual strands of yarn are threaded through the heddles (needle-like apertures) in a fixed pattern. e. Weaving on a traditional floor loom begins with a somewhat involved process called "dressing the loom."
e, c, d, b, a
