ATI TEAS 7 - English & Language Usage
Which of the following demonstrates correct punctuation of a quotation? A.) "You should have never invited Shane to that party," said Jessica, "if you didn't want him to run into Blayne." B.) "You should have never invited Shane to that party," said Jessica. "If you didn't want him to run into Blayne." C.) You should have never invited Shane to that party," said Jessica "if you didn't want him to run into Blayne." D.) "You should have never invited Shane to that party," said Jessica, "If you didn't want him to run into Blayne."
A.) "You should have never invited Shane to that party," said Jessica, "if you didn't want him to run into Blayne."
Based on the analysis of word parts, what is the meaning of the word "bibliophile?" A.) A person who collects books B.) An index at the back of a book C.) A complied list of different books D.) A place where books are kept
A.) A person who collects books
According to the affixes, which of the following words refers to the love of books? A.) Logophile B.) Bibliophile C.) Discophile D.) Audiophile
B.) Bibliophile
Which of the following sentences has correct pronoun-antecedent agreement? A.) All passengers must show his passport before getting on the international flight. B.) Each of the cats has its own special hiding place inside the house. C.) If the students need my help with this project, he or she can just e-mail me with questions. D.) When the clothes come out of the dryer, it should be folded right away.
B.) Each of the cats has its own special hiding place inside the house.
Which of the following prefixes means "above"? A.) Dys- B.) Supra- C.) Intra- D.) Sub-
B.) Supra-
The flustered man watched the train as it pulled out of the station. Which of the following is the simple subject in the sentence above? A.) man B.) the flustered man C.) watched D.) train
A.) man
He had to fill out a health history ____ before seeing the doctor. A.) questionnaire B.) questionaire C.) questionnare D.) questionairre
A.) questionnaire
Which of the following sentences has a correct pronoun-antecedent agreement? A.) Because the students in the chemistry class did poorly on the exam, it had to take a make-up exam. B.) Since the doctor has a lot of experience with this illness, she should know how to treat it. C.) If the choir has a problem with my music, they can sing something else. D.) The party of five was late for their reservation.
B.) Since the doctor has a lot of experience with this illness, she should know how to treat it.
Which of the following is a correctly punctuated compound sentence? A.) It took Desiree 5 years; but she finally completed her microbiology dissertation. B.) The pianist decided to play something dramatic, and soulful. C.) I love all kinds of scented candles, and yesterday I found one that smells like licorice. D.) The cat sat curled up in the sunshine and when the sun set he finally walked away.
C.) I love all kinds of scented candles, and yesterday I found one that smells like licorice.
Based on the evidence found, electrical stimulation may be a potential therapy for OSAS, warranting further clinical trials. Which of the following is the likely medium for the sentence above? A.) Motivational speech B.) Business memo C.) Scientific journal article D.) Personal Blog
C.) Scientific journal article
Which of the following examples is a simple sentence? A.) The man who wore a checked tie. B.) The man with the checked tie. C.) The man in the blue pin-striped suit and checked tie looked somewhat out of place at the party. D.) The man in the blue pin-striped suit looked out of place because of his checked tie.
C.) The man in the blue pin-striped suit and checked tie looked somewhat out of place at the party.
Which of the following words is an exception to a common spelling rule? A.) achievement B.) operation C.) changeable D.) deplorable
C.) changeable
Please don't take what I said so personally. Which of the following parts of speech is "personally" as used in the sentence above? A.) Article B.) Adjective C.) Verb D.) Adverb
D.) Adverb
The hike became increasingly difficult as we got closer to the top of the mountain. Which of the following parts of speech is "increasingly" as used in the sentence above? A.) Adjective B.) Interjection C.) Verb D.) Adverb
D.) Adverb
Which example uses correct punctuation? A.) "I really can't make it," he answered, "you should probably go without me." B.) I really can't make it," he answered. "you should probably go without me." C.) I really can't make it", he answered. "You should probably go without me." D.) I really can't make it," he answered, "you should probably go without me."
D.) I really can't make it," he answered. "You should probably go without me."
The day was cold and wet. Jesse was worried that he would not beat his best time. Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months. Which of the following options uses correct grammar to combine the sentences for clarity? A.) The day was cold and wet and Jesse was worries that he would not beat his best time. Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months. B.) Jesse was worried that he would not beat his best time because the day was cold and wet and he had trained for the marathon for 6 months. C.) Because Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months, he was worried that he would not beat his best time. The day was cold and wet. D.) Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months, but because the day was cold and wet, Jesse was worried that he would not beat his best time.
D.) Jesse had trained for the marathon for 6 months, but because the day was cold and wet, Jesse was worried that he would not beat his best time.
Which of the following options best uses grammar to combine the sentences below for clarity? Min Jin roamed around the house. Some days were just like that. Min Jin could not get settled. A.) Because Min Jin roamed around the house, some days were just like that, and she could not get settled. B.) Some days were just like that because Min Jin roamed around the house and could not get settled. C.) Min Jin could not get settles because she roamed around the house and some days are just like that. D.) Min Jin roamed around the house because she could not get settled, but some days were just like that.
D.) Min Jin roamed around the house because she could not get settled, but some days were just like that.
Which of the following is a synonym for "reiterate"? A.) Refine B.) Relegate C.) Regale D.) Repeat
D.) Repeat
Based on an examination of word parts, which of the following words means "above the kidney"? A.) Interrenal B.) Subrenal C.) Intrarenal D.) Suprarenal
D.) Suprarenal
If you go to the market, please pick up some beef, carrots, and celery, and I will make some of that delicious, stew we had last week. Which comma should be removed in the sentence above? A.) The comma after the word "market" B.) The comma after the word "beef" C.) The comma after the word "celery D.) The comma after t he word "delicious"
D.) The comma after t he word "delicious"
Which sentence correctly uses quotation marks in connection with an indirect quote? A.) My sister suggested, "that we go to the movie next weekend." B.) My brother asked "me to babysit his two children." C.) "The newscaster pointed out the storm's destruction." D.) The meteorologist called it "the storm of a century."
D.) The meteorologist called it "the storm of a century."
She was really looking forward to the picnic, _________ she feared it might rain that afternoon. Which of the following transition words/phrases is more appropriate to complete the sentence above? A.) after all B.) likewise C.) in other words D.) although
D.) although
Which of the following sentences have correct subject-verb agreement? (Select all that apply.) A.) The family always rent a large van for vacation. B.) Every one of the passengers has to wait until the bus is functioning properly. C.) The group of senior citizens were escorted into the restaurant. D.) When we arrived at the petting zoo, each of the children ask to pet the goat. E.) He and I take turns driving during our road trips.
E.) He and I take turns driving during our road trips.
Which of the following sentences is spelled correctly? A.) He always adds insightful, relevant remarks to the conversation. B.) Her comments was revelant to the class discussion. C.) His remakrs were not relevent to the current situation. D.) Her suggestion has no relavance to issues discussed at the conference.
A.) He always adds insightful, relevant remarks to the conversation.
The patient was experiencing intraocular pressure. Based on the analysis of word parts, what is the meaning of "intraocular" as used in the sentence above? A.) Within the eyes B.) Between the eyes C.) Above the eyes D.) Below the eyes
A.) Within the eyes
I truly believe that one cup of coffee a day is neither too much nor too little caffeine for me, but exactly the right amount. Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above? A.) caffiene B.) truly C.) neither S.) exactly
A.) caffiene
Which of the following is an incomplete sentence? A.) Watch out. B.) In the rose garden out back. C.) I guess that's true. D.) It would take about three weeks.
B.) In the rose garden out back.
Which of the following examples is a sentence fragment? A.) Believe me. B.) On the 5:30 train. C.) You probably know Sally. D.) That's right.
B.) On the 5:30 train.
The swirling snow drifted down all afternoon. Which of the following parts of speech is "swirling" as used in the sentence above? A. Interjection B. Article C. Adjective D. Adverb
C. Adjective
Which of the following sentences contains a homograph? A.) Suddenly he tore up the drawing that had taken him weeks to create. B.) The short ceremony was dreadful in the rain. C.) He imagined what he might do in a similar situation. D.) Raised beds produce more vegetables than those grown directly in soil.
D.) Raised beds produce more vegetables than those grown directly in soil.
The plane ride was terrible and they got home three hours late: _______ they never made it to the wedding. A.) although B.) conversely C.) unless D.) consequently
D.) consequently
Which of the following pieces of writing should include citations? A.) A comparison of the language used in two different Shakespeare plays B.) A news article describing a burglary C.) A description of your favorite play D.) a personal essay about your lifelong interest in marine biology.
A.) A comparison of the language used in two different Shakespeare plays
The lake was clear and shimmering, and it was such a friendly day; therefore, he dove right in. Which of the following describes the grammar problem in the sentence above? A.) Ambiguous word choice B.) Inappropriate transition word choice C.) Tense disagreement D.) Incomplete sentence
A.) Ambiguous word choice
Which of the following are compound sentences> (Select all that apply.) A.) Call me tomorrow, and I'll let you know my decision then. B.) I burned the garlic bread, but not the lasagna. C.) They thought the trip would take three hours, but it only took two. D.) The last time i saw Gary was two years ago; when we ran into each other at the mall.
A.) Call me tomorrow, and I'll let you know my decision then. C.) They thought the trip would take three hours, but it only took two.
Based on an examination of word parts, which of the following words means "abnormality of movement"? A.) Dyskinesia B.) Hyperkinesia C.) Akinesia D.) Hypokinesia
A.) Dyskinesia
Which of the following options contains a possessive pronoun? A.) If the patient chooses to leave, let them know the right to do so is theirs. B.) When we support patients in these ways, the hospital's mission is accomplished. C.) Take personal items to the front desk once you are finished. D.) This hospital has some problems, no doubt.
A.) If the patient chooses to leave, let them know the right to do so is theirs.
Which of the following examples is a complete sentence? A.) Let me know. B.) On the subject of philosophy. C.) Depending on the type of books you like. D.) Where there are lots of people.
A.) Let me know.
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from the lower back down each leg. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched, often by a herniated disk in the spine. Many people have disk herniations but do not have any symptoms from these herniations. People who sit for prolonged periods or have a sedentary lifestyle are more likely to develop sciatica. Which of the following sentences from the paragraph above does not belong in a well-organized paragraph? A.) Many people have disk herniations but do not have any symptoms from these herniations. B.) People who sit for prolonged periods or have a sedentary lifestyle are more likely to develop sciatica. C.) Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from the lower back down each leg. D.) Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched, often by a herniated disk in the spine.
A.) Many people have disk herniations but do not have any symptoms from these herniations.
Which of the following words are exceptions to a common spelling rule? (Select all that apply.) A.) Neither B.) Vein C.) flying D.) Coping E.) Traceable
A.) Neither E.) Traceable
Which of the following defines the word "unilateral"? A.) Performed by one person B.) Performed by many people C.) Performed with precision D.) Performed according to rules
A.) Performed by one person
Which of the following is part of the last step of the writing process? A.) Proofreading B.) Brainstorming C.) Citing primary sources D.) Identifying a thesis
A.) Proofreading
Frida Kahlo, a Mexican printer known for her striking self- portraits, lived from 1907 to 1954. The Mexican Revolution began in 1910, when Frida Kahlo was three years old. After a serious accident, which left her in a body cast for three months, Kahlo began to paint. Of Kahlo's 55 self-portraits, many depict the pain she suffered after her accident. Which of the following sentences from the paragraph above does not belong in a well-organized paragraph? A.) The Mexican Revolution began in 1910, when Frida Kahlo was three years old. B.) Frida Kahlo, a Mexican painter known for her striking self-portraits, lived from 1907 to 1954. C.) After a serious accident, which left her in a body cast for three months, Frida Kahlo began to paint. D.) Of Frida Kahlo's 55 self-portraits, many depict the pain she suffered after her accident.
A.) The Mexican Revolution began in 1910, when Frida Kahlo was three years old.
Which of the following sentences uses formal language? A.) The guests had a wonderful time at the party. B.) The guests said the party was awesome! C.) The partygoers wanted to hang out all night. D.) The partiers were up for something more.
A.) The guests had a wonderful time at the party.
Which of the following is a correctly punctuated compound sentence? A.) The moonlight glowed white on the roof next door, and the sky was a gentle summer blue. B.) The raspberries we just picked from the garden are ripe, and sweet. C.) She spent all afternoon studying for the biology test; but she neglected to work on her psychology paper. D.) The man often drew sketches in his room but he never liked to show his art to anyone.
A.) The moonlight glowed white on the roof next door, and the sky was a gentle summer blue.
The plump old white cat basked in the warm sunlight. Which of the following options correctly punctuates the sentence above? A.) The plump, old, white cat basked in the warm sunlight B.) The plump, old, white, cat basked in the warm sunlight C.) The plump, old white cat basked in the warm sunlight. D.) The plump old white cat, basked in the warm sunlight.
A.) The plump, old, white cat basked in the warm sunlight.
Which of the following sentences contains a homophone? A.) They were never going to be allowed into that exclusive party. B.) That is not really an accurate description of the event. C.) They sat in a garden chair by the side of the lawn. D.) It was actually a pretty tame affair.
A.) They were never going to be allowed into that exclusive party.
Which of the following best defines the word circumvent? A.) To go around B.) To go under C.) To come near D.) To come through
A.) To go around
A researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal. The editors give it to other scientists. The scientists review the paper. Which of the following options best uses grammar to combine the sentences above for clarity? A.) When a researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal, the editors give it to other scientists to review. B.) The editors give it to other scientists after a researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal, and they review it. C.) A researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal, and then the scientists review the paper because the editors gave it to other scientists. D.) The scientists review the paper after the editors give it to them when a researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal.
A.) When a researcher submits a paper for publication in a scientific journal, the editors give it to other scientists to review.
The old clock hadn't worked in years, and _____ Ally finally decided to take it off the wall. Which of the following transition words/phrases is most appropriate to complete the sentence? A.) as a result B.) conversely C.) then again D.) similarly
A.) as a result
Which of the following is the plural form of the word "chief"? A.) chiefs B.) chieves C.) chievs D.) chiefes
A.) chiefs
The receptionist explained that we would be the next to see the doctor. Which of the following is the complete predicate in the sentence above. A.) explained that we would be next to see the doctor B.) next to see the doctor C.) explained that we would be next D.) see the doctor
A.) explained that we would be next to see the doctor
Which of the following punctuation marks correctly completes the sentence below? I need an assistant who can do the following ___input data, edit reports, and maintain the website. A.) ; B.) : C.) , D.) .
B.) :
In which of the following word pairs does the noun become a verb when the suffix is added? A.) Biology, Biologist B.) Apology, Apologize C.) Happy, Happily D.) Mineral, Mineralogy
B.) Apology, Apologize
Which of the following sentences from a paragraph about gingivitis is the topic sentence? A.) Gingivitis can be reversed by daily brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings. B.) Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease, in which bacteria causes inflammation of the gums. C.) With gingivitis, the gums become red and swollen and van bleed easily. D.) If left untreated, gingivitis can cause periodontitis, in which the gums pull away from the teeth, and can eventually lead to infection and bone loss.
B.) Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease, in which bacteria causes inflammation of the gums.
Which of the following examples from the paragraph about the Silk Road is a transition sentence? A.) The Silk Road got its name from Chinese silk, which was a major item traded along the route. B.) However, there were many other important trade items, some of which would end up changing the world forever. C.) Because the Silk Road was not just one single road, historians also use the term "Silk Routes" to describe the network. D.) The Silk Road was an ancient network of trade routes that stretched from China through India all the way to Africa, Greece, Rome, and Great Britain.
B.) However, there were many other important trade items, some of which would end up changing the world forever.
Which of the following examples is a simple sentence? A.) Scientifically formulated moisture treatment for hands. B.) It's really a good idea to use this scientifically formulated moisturizer for your dry hands. C.) Since you have problems with dry hands, I think you should definitely this scientifically formulated moisturizer. D.) I know you sometimes have dry hands, and I think this scientifically formulated moisturizer will really help.
B.) It's really a good to use this scientifically formulated moisturizer for your dry hands.
Which sentence does not need quotation marks because it is an indirect quotation? A.) Dr. Martin Luther King said, I have a dream! B.) John F. Kennedy announced plans to go to the moon. C.) We have nothing to fear but fear itself, said President Roosevelt in his inauguration speech. D.) Benjamin Franklin wrote the famous saying, Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
B.) John F. Kennedy announced plans to go to the moon.
Which of the following sentences from a paragraph about sun-dried tomatoes is a transition sentence? A.) Sun-dried tomatoes, either in olive oil or plain, add a great flavor to many dishes. B.) Once you have decided what tomatoes to use, there are three different methods for drying them. C.) You can use any variety of tomato, but the drying times will vary based on the water content. D.) It is actually easy to make your own sun-dried tomatoes at home without any special equipment.
B.) Once you have decided what tomatoes to use, there are three different methods for drying them.
The sheer number of people in the audience overwhelmed the actress as she peaked through the curtain before scene one. Which of the following correctly describes an error in the sentence above? A.) The homophone "sheer" should be "shear." B.) The homophone "peaked" should be "peeked." C.) The homophone "through" should be "threw." D.) The homophone "scene" should be "seen."
B.) The homophone "peaked" should be "peeked."
Which of the following sentences correctly uses subject-verb agreement? A.) The lead scientist write the reports; however, all scientists in the group does the research. B.) The lead scientist is the one who writes the reports; however, she is the only one of the scientists who do the research. C.) The lead scientist write the reports; however, she is the only one of the scientists who does the research. D.) The lead scientist is the one who writes the reports; however, every scientist in the group do the research.
B.) The lead scientist is the one who writes the reports; however, she is the only one of the scientists who do the research.
Which of the following punctuation marks is used incorrectly in the sentence? Otto, somewhat abruptly, got up out of his chair, and just like that; headed into the next room. A.) The comma after "Otto: B.) The semicolon after "that" C.) The comma after "abruptly" D.) The comma after "chair"
B.) The semicolon after "that"
Eventually, he stopped hiding the fact that he did not know Spanish and admited that he had been deceiving them for months. Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above? A.) hiding B.) admited C.) deceiving D.) eventually
B.) admited
Wow, I can't believe that beret I was planning to buy is 100 bucks. Which of the following words from the sentence above is slang? A.) Wow B.) bucks C.) can't D.) beret
B.) bucks
Which of the following words is written in the correct plural form? A.) oxes B.) styles C.) monarchys D.) clutchs
B.) styles
Which of the following sentences used correct punctuation for a possessive noun? A.) The baby's bibs were covered in pureed food. B.) Sarah's and Claire business was thriving in its new location. C.) A multitude of clients' complaints filled the comment box. D.) A busy workers' best tool is a good plan.
C.) A multitude of clients' complaints filled the comment box.
Which of the following is an example of deliberate plagiarism? A.) A student copies an informational source that they mean to paraphrase. B.) A writer forgets to include quotation marks around a direct quote. C.) A student submits a paper they found on the internet. D.) A writer omits a source citation because they believe that information is common knowledge.
C.) A student submits a paper they found on the internet
Which of the following defines the word "omnipotent"? A.) Well-worn B.) Overreaching C.) All-powerful D.) Angry
C.) All-powerful
Which of the following sentences contains a homophone? A.) Each evening, the young woman walked alone on the canal path. B.) As water is heated up, it slowly begins to expand. C.) By Sunday, they were ready to raze the old building, and everyone gathered to watch. D.) The previous tenant had been a chemistry teacher.
C.) By Sunday, they were ready to raze the old building, and everyone gathered to watch.
In which of the following words does the suffix make the root word an adjective? A.) Created B.) Pointing C.) Childlike D.) Suburbanite
C.) Childlike
It was not a compact city but was instead divided into separate districts. What is the meaning of the homograph "compact" in the sentence above? A.) A small case for holding makeup B.) To compress C.) Closely packed together D.) Very tidy
C.) Closely packed together
Based on the word parts, which of the following is a synonym for superlative? A.) Relevant B.) Surprising C.) Excellent D.) Unimportant
C.) Excellent
Which of the following sentences contains an indirect object? A.) Melissa walked to the grocery store for milk. B.) Dante skimmed the magazine while waiting in the lobby. C.) Jorge assigned the class some math problems. D.) Sara went to the movie with Amal.
C.) Jorge assigned the class some math problems.
Which of the following examples are compound-complex sentences? (Select all that apply.) A.) We sat down in our seats, and almost immediately, the stage lights came up. B.) Although we didn't realize we were exactly on time, the minute we sat down, the play started. C.) Just at the very moment we sat down, the stage lights came up, and the first actor stepped onstage. D.) The first actor stepped onstage when we got to our seats. E.) Although we were a bit late, the play was excellent, and we very much enjoyed it.
C.) Just at the very moment we sat down, the stage lights came up, and the first actor stepped onstage. E.) Although we were a bit late, the play was excellent, and we very much enjoyed it.
Janine was so nervous that she was surprisingly graceless and awkward on stage. What is the meaning of the word "graceless" as used in the sentence below? A.) Against fear B.) Without religion C.) Lacking elegance D.) Full of caution
C.) Lacking elegance
Laura was stuck in traffic. Laura was on her way to a concert. Laura thought she would miss the concert. Which of the following options uses correct grammar to combine the sentences above for clarity? A.) Because Laura was on her way to a concert, she was stuck in traffic and thought she would miss the concert. B.) Laura was on her way to a concert and she thought she would miss the concert. Laura was stuck in traffic. C.) Laura was on her way to a concert, but because she was stuck in traffic, se thought she would miss the concert. D.) Laura thought she would miss the concert because she was on her way to the concert, but was stuck in traffic.
C.) Laura was on her way to a concert, but because she was stuck in traffic, she thought she would miss the concert.
Which of the following statements correctly describes the prewriting stage of the writing process? A.) The works cited page of a paper is finalized during the prewriting stage. B.) The first draft of a paper is written during the prewriting stage. C.) Mind mapping and free writing occur during the prewriting stage. D.) Copy editing and proofreading happen during the prewriting stage.
C.) Mind mapping and free writing occur during the prewriting stage.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly? A.) One of my favorite places to visit is San Francisco California, and I'll never forget my trip there from June 2011. B.) One of my favorite places to visit is San Francisco, California and I'll never forget my trip there from June 2011. C.) One of my favorite places to visit is San Francisco, California, and I'll never forget my trip there from June 2011. D.) One of my favorite places to visit is San Francisco California, and I'll never forget my trip there from June, 2011.
C.) One of my favorite places to visit is San Francisco, California, and I'll never forget my trip there from June 2011.
Which of the following is a correct thesis statement? A.) President Perez pledged to improve living conditions for all during her well-attended inauguration speech, which drew thunderous applause. B.) President Perez graduated first in her class at Harvard University after defending a capstone project on inequality. C.) President Perez is our greatest leader because her proposal of a universal income will eradicate inequity among citizens. D.) President Perez was interviewed on television in February, where she spoke without commercial interruption for 1 hour.
C.) President Perez is our greatest leader because her proposal of a universal income will eradicate inequity among citizens.
She was a fierce competitor, and nothing is going to keep her from running that marathon despite a hamstring injury. Which of the following describes the grammar problem in the sentence above? A.) Poor diction B.) Ambiguous word choice C.) Tense disagreement D.) Inappropriate transition word choice
C.) Tense disagreement
She was a gifted pianist, although she's struggling with the piece for her upcoming concert. Which of the following grammatical errors is present in the sentence above? A.) Inappropriate transition word choice B.) Poor diction C.) Tense disagreement D.) Incomplete sentence
C.) Tense disagreement
Which of the following situations requires the inclusion of a citation? A.) The author is stating an opinion about a new biography of Abraham Lincoln. B.) The author is describing a trip she took to Abraham Lincoln's birthplace. C.) The author is quoting another author's opinion about a new biography of Abraham Lincoln. D.) The author is describing a play she saw about Abraham Lincoln.
C.) The author is quoting another author's opinion about a new biography of Abraham Lincoln.
The cherry tomatoes in our backyard are finally ready to be picked. Which of the following is the complete subject in the sentence above? A.) tomatoes B.) ready to be picked C.) The cherry tomatoes in our backyard garden D.) finally ready
C.) The cherry tomatoes in our backyard garden
Which of the following punctuation marks is used incorrectly in the sentence below? She put down her glasses, and her book; the train was starting to enter the long, dark tunnel. A.) The semicolon after "book" B.) The comma after "long" C.) The comma after "glasses" D.) The period at the end of the sentence
C.) The comma after "glasses"
After a long, exhausting hike, Stephanie went home, and fell asleep on the couch, which she had done many times before. Which comma should be removed in the sentence above? A.) The comma after the word "long" B.) The comma after the word "hike" C.) The comma after the word "home" D.) The comma after the word "couch"
C.) The comma after the word "home"
Which of the following sentences has correct subject-verb agreement? A.) The crowd standing outside the club are getting restless. B.) Most of the cookies we left our on the counter was eaten by the dog. C.) The upholstered couch and rocking chair we bought together look great in the living room. D.) Ricotta cheese and pesto tastes great on pizza.
C.) The upholstered couch and rocking chair we bought together look great in the living room.
This plant was developed based upon previous years' data, tracking trends in revenues and expenses. I includes a five-month track of sales, accounts receivable and payable, and inventory from a year-end benchmark. Based on the language in the passage above, which of the following conclusions can be reached about the writer? A.) The writer is a college student writing a first draft of a paper. B.) the writer is a researcher writing for a medical journal. C.) The writer is a professional in a business environment. D.) The writer is an author of literature.
C.) The writer is a professional in a business environment.
Which example uses quotations correctly? A.) "I'm not going to spoil my appetite, said Philip, as he pushed the plate of cookies away." B.) "I'm not going to spoil my appetite" said Philip, as he pushed the plate of cookies away. C.) "I'm not going to spoil my appetite," said Philip "as he pushed the plate of cookies away." D.) "I'm not going to spoil my appetite," said Philip as he pushed the plate of cookies away.
D.) "I'm not going to spoil my appetite," said Philip as he pushed the plate of cookies away.
Which of the following sentences follows the rules of punctuation and capitalization? A.) That was amazing," She said. "I can't believe we almost missed it." B.) "That was amazing ," she said; "I can't believe we almost missed it." C.) "That was amazing." She said. "I can't believe we almost missed it." D.) "That was amazing," she said. "I can't believe we almost missed it."
D.) "That was amazing," she said. "I can't believe we almost missed it."
The Great Fire of London of 1666 burned through the city of London for four days straight. The Great Fire started at a bakery on Pudding Lane and spread west across the city. A year before the Great Fire, a terrible epidemic killed about a sixth of London's inhabitants. It is estimated that the Great Fire burned 70,000 homes of the 80,000 inhabitants of London. Which of the following sentences from the paragraph above does not belong in a well-organized paragraph? A.) t is estimated that the Great Fire burned 70,000 homes of the 80,000 inhabitants of London. B.) The Great Fire of London of 1666 burned through the city of London for four days straight. C.) The Great Fire started at a bakery on Pudding Lane and spread west across the city. D.) A year before the Great Fire, a terrible epidemic killed about a sixth of London's inhabitants.
D.) A year before the Great Fire, a terrible epidemic killed about a sixth of London's inhabitants.
The test was ridiculously easy, and the entire class got every question right. Which of the following parts of speech is "ridiculously" as used in the sentence above? A.) Verb B.) Interjection C.) Adjective D.) Adverb
D.) Adverb
Which of the following compound sentences is punctuated correctly? A.) The Forlows would be spending two weeks in Greece, and Turkey. B.) She was awake the minute the sun came up; though she had been up late the night before. C.) Diana stepped out into the rain but she had to turn immediately back inside for an umbrella D.) Aziz was astonished; he had never horses in the wild before.
D.) Aziz was astonished; he had never horses in the wild before.
Which of the following examples is a compound-complex sentence? A.) The puppy and his mother both had dark brown eyes and long, floppy ears. B.) The puppy and his mother looked exactly the same; both had shiny, dark brown eyes and long, floppy ears. C.) The puppy, who had dark brown, shiny eyes and long, floppy ears, looked just like his mother. D.) Even though the puppy was much smaller than his mother, his eyes were dark brown and shiny just like hers, and his ears were long and floppy, too.
D.) Even though the puppy was much smaller than his mother, his eyes were dark brown and shiny just like hers, and his ears were long and floppy, too.
Which of the following words is written correctly in its plural form? A.) Chieves B.) Prooves C.) Razores D.) Halves
D.) Halves
Which of the following words is spelled correctly? A.) Miniscool B.) Minature C.) Maintainance D.) Millennium
D.) Millennium
Which of the following sentences from a paragraph about yoga is the topic sentence? A.) The word "yoga" was mentioned in the Vedas, a collection of texts containing songs, mantras, and rituals used by Vedic priests. B.) By the late 1800s, yoga masters from India began to travel to the West, attracting followers. C.) After a few hundred years, Yoga masters rejected the teachings of the ancient Vedas and embraced the physical body as the means to achieve enlightenment. D.) The practice of yoga first developed in the Indus-Sarasvati civilization in Northern India over 5,000 years ago.
D.) The practice of yoga first developed in the Indus-Sarasvati civilization in Northern India over 5,000 years ago.
The friendly baker offered us chocolate cookies and vanilla cupcakes with rainbow sprinkles. Which of the following is the direct object in the sentence above? A.) offered us B.) with the rainbow sprinkles C.) The friendly baker D.) chocolate cookies and vanilla cupcakes
D.) chocolate cookies and vanilla cupcakes
The glittering lights in the garden were meant to entrance the guests as they arrived. What is the meaning of the homograph "entrance" as used in the sentence above. A.) enter B.) passage C.) opportunity D.) enchant
D.) enchant
His skill on the soccer field made him an _______ member of the team. A.) indispensible B.) indespensable C.) indespensible D.) indispensable
D.) indispensable
Which of the following is the correct sequence to place the following sentences to construct a well-organized paragraph? I. Leon Czolgosz, an anarchist, felt President McKinley symbolized the injustice of American Society. II. Czolgosz shot McKinley twice, and President McKinley died a week later from gangrene caused by the bullet wounds. III. On September 6, 1901, President McKinley became the third American president to be assassinated, after Abraham Lincoln and James Garfield. IV. On that September day, President McKinley was at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, NY, shaking hands with the public.
III, IV, I, II
