TEAS - English Practice Test

The following words, all, and in the same suffix, -ism polytheism, communalism nationalism. Considering the meaning of these three words, which of the following best correlates to the meaning of the suffix. A. A doctrine B. A condition. C. A characteristic. D. A state of being.

A. A doctrine

Which of the following sentence contains a correct example of subject verb agreement? A. All of the board members are in agreement of the issue. B. Each of the students were concerned about the test scores for the final exam. C. Neither of the children are at home right now. D. Any of the brownie recipes are perfect for the bake sale.

A. All of the board members are in agreement of the issue.

Which of these examples of communications would call for use of formal language? (select all that apply) A. An email to the dean of admissions. B. A résumé cover letter. C. A letter to a congress person advocating for a policy position. D. A text to your study group proposing a meeting time change. E. An incident report to be filed with human resources. F. An email to a colleague asking for a favor.

A. An email to the dean of admissions. B. A résumé cover letter. C. A letter to a congress person advocating for a policy position. E. An incident report to be filed with human resources.

Which transition word would be the best option to represent the logical link between these two sentences I often have heard argument, clean that complete freedom of speech could lead to dangerous situation . Without complete freedom of speech, can it truly be said that we live in a free society. A. However. B. Therefore. C. So. D. Supposedly.

A. However.

Which of the following sentences would be classified as informal language? A. I'm counting on you to finish this before the deadline. B. The deadline presented by the CEO is nonnegotiable. C. Every member of the department must meet the deadline. D. The time period prior to the deadline is extremely significant.

A. I'm counting on you to finish this before the deadline.

Read the following excerpt "My Dear," she told her sister in a high, mincing shout, "most of these fellas will cheat you every time. All they think of is money. I had a woman up here last week to look at my feet, and when she gave me the bill, you'd of thought she has my appendicitis out." which of the following literary devices is present in the excerpt? a. personification b. synecdoche c. metaphor d. Colloquialism

d. Colloquialism

what is the most effective way to combine the two sentences below? German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes. Families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage. a. German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes but families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage. b. German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes, but families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage. c. German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes and families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage. d. German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes, and families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.

d. German cuisine is known for its heavy meat and potato dishes, and families often enjoy a rich Sunday dinner of roast meat, potatoes, and cabbage.

which of the following words functions as a pronoun in the sentence below? Anne-Charlotte and I will be driving together to the picnic this weekend. a. be b. this c. together d. I

d. I

which of the following sentences contains a verb in the passive voice? a. the judges called the inners to the stage for their awards b. each applicant must fill out all of the forms required c. he raced through the copse of trees with the grace of a deer d. I was told that there would be food available at the party

d. I was told that there would be food available at the party

which of the following is the most likely setting of the scenario below? walking along the Thames, Julianna saw a sign advertising a fish and chips shop. Since she felt a bit peckish, she made her way over to the queue. a. Chicago, United States b. Vienna, Austria c. Tokyo, Japan d. London, England

d. London, England

which of the following is a simple sentence? a. Ben likes baseball, but Joseph likes basketball. b. It looks like rain; be sure to bring an umbrella c. Although he was tired, Edgar still attended the recital d. Marjorie and Thomas planned an exciting trip to Maui.

d. Marjorie and Thomas planned an exciting trip to Maui.

which of the following is a simple sentence? a. Phillippa walked the dog, and Primula gave the dog a bath b. Phillippa walked and bathed the dog, and Primula helped c. Phillippa walked the dog, while Primula gave the dog a bath d. Phillippa and Primula walked the dog and gave the dog a bath

d. Phillippa and Primula walked the dog and gave the dog a bath

which of the following sentences demonstrates correct use of an apostrophe? a. In one version of the story, there are seven fairy's invited to the christening, while in another version there are twelve fairy's. b. Some historians' believe that the number twelve represents the shift from a lunar year of thirteen months to a solar year of twelve months. c. Other historians claim that the symbolism in the fairy tale is more about nature and the shifting season's. d. Regardless of its meaning, the fairy tale remains popular and has been immortalized in Tchaikovsky's music for the ballet.

d. Regardless of its meaning, the fairy tale remains popular and has been immortalized in Tchaikovsky's music for the ballet.

which of the answer choices is an effective revision of the ambiguous sentence below? Tanya told her sister to tell her boyfriend Joe to call her as soon as he got home. a. "Tanya," said her sister, "Tell Joe to call your boyfriend as soon as Joe gets home." b. Her sister told her boyfriend Joe to call Tanya as soon as she got home c. Tanya's sister was told by her, "joe should call me as soon as he gets home." d. Tanya said to her sister, "Tell your boyfriend Joe to call me as soon as he gets home."

d. Tanya said to her sister, "Tell your boyfriend Joe to call me as soon as he gets home."

which of the following is NOT a word used to combine nouns to make a compound subject? a. or b. nor c. and d. also

d. also

which of the following actions should not take place during the revising, editing, and proofreading steps of the writing process? a. improving word choice b. replacing irrelevant or weak sentences c. identifying sentences that require citations d. determining the argument the composition will defend

d. determining the argument the composition will defend

Joann has brainstormed, created an outline, and completed research for a major term paper. Which of the following is the next step she should complete in the writing process? a. editing b. publishing c. proofreading d. drafting

d. drafting

what does the prefix poly- mean in the word polygon? a. few b. several c. none d. many

d. many

bi, re, and un are: a. suffixes, appearing at the beginning of base words to change their meaning b. suffixes, appearing at the end of base words to enhance their meaning c. prefixes, appearing at the beginning of base words to emphasize their meaning d. prefixes, appearing at the beginning of base words to change their meaning

d. prefixes, appearing at the beginning of base words to change their meaning

Based on the word choices in the following sentences, which of the following is the most likely meaning od the prefix per-? the barista poured water onto the coffee grounds until the water fully permeated the grounds and percolated into the glass vessel below? a. across b. by c. with d. through

d. through

Which of the answer choices best explains the purpose of the parentheses in the sentence? The Hapsburg rule of the Austro-Hungarian Empire effectively ended with the reign of Franz Joseph I (1848 - 1916). a. to offer brief commentary on the subject matter being discussed. b. to modify or qualify the statement that came immediately before. c. to identify information that was located using another source. d. to set off useful information that does not fit the flow of the sentence.

d. to set off useful information that does not fit the flow of the sentence.

Which of the following is a simple sentence A. Probably in the French and Indian war speaking of Florida to England. B. England returned part of Cuba to Spain or France give a part of Louisiana. C. France lost most of its Caribbean islands and England gained dominance over again. D. Because every nation lost something no clear victory was declared.

A. Probably in the French and Indian war speaking of Florida to England.

What transition should be added to the beginning of sentence to below? (1) I zoned out in class turned work in late, talked out in class and handed in assignments after the due date. (2) Mr. Shane just nodded. A. Surprisingly. B. Actually. C. Furthermore. D. Instead.

A. Surprisingly.

Which of the Basic elements of the writing process should be completed before the draft is written? A. pre-writing B. Revising. C. Conferencing. D. Editing.

A. pre-writing

Which of the following is a complex sentence? A. Milton's favorite meal is spaghetti and meatballs, along with a side of salad and garlic bread. B. Before Ernestine purchases a bird she always checks to see if the library has it. C. Desiree prefers warm, sunny weather but her twin sister, likes a crisp cold day. D. Ethan game and Alice are working together on a school project about deteriorating dams.

B. Before Ernestine purchases a bird she always checks to see if the library has it.

Which of the following is a compound sentence? A. Tabitha and Simon started the day at the zoo and then went to the art museum for the rest of the afternoon. B. Tabatha and Simon started the day at the zoo and went to the art museum for the rest of the afternoon. C. After starting the day at the zoo, Tabatha and Simon then went to the art museum for the rest of the afternoon. D. Tabitha and Simon had a busy day, because they started at the zoo, and then went to the art museum for the rest of the afternoon.

B. Tabatha and Simon started the day at the zoo and went to the art museum for the rest of the afternoon.

Which of the following makes a correction to an error in this sentence? The family sprinted through the airport worryed they would miss their flight A. Family should be families. B. Worryed should be worried C. Airport should be airport; D. Their should be there.

B. Worryed should be worried

Where is topic sentence is " My family throws elaborate holiday celebrations." Which of the following would be the best supporting detail to follow that sentence A. Holidays are just a waste of everyone's time I want my opinion. B. first you decide who is the who is the holiday dinner, and when the celebration will take place C. My household includes five people but my extended family and friends over 30 people. D. Afterwards we all help clean up and then relax by continuing to chat with each other

B. first you decide who is the who is the holiday dinner, and when the celebration will take place

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct? A. Krista was not sure who to hold responsible for the broken window. B. Crystal was not sure whom was responsible for the broken window. C. Krista was not sure whom to hold her responsible for the broken window. D. Crystal was not sure on who she should place responsibility for the broken window.

C. Krista was not sure whom to hold her responsible for the broken window.

Which of the following pieces of information would not support a thesis about the importance of hand on learning in early education? A. Building structures with blocks helps develop fine motor skills. B. Using modeling clay helps strengthen small fingers and hand muscles. C. Learning to take goodnotes helps young students become better listeners. D. Hopscotch helps children develop coordination and even counting skills.

C. Learning to take goodnotes helps young students become better listeners.

Which of the following sentences contains an incorrect use of capitalization? A. For Christmas we are driving to the South to visit my grandparents in Mississippi. B. Last year, we went to East Texas to go camping in Piney Woods. C. Next month we will visit my aunt Darlene, who lives just East of us D. When my sister-in-law, Susan has her baby, I will take the train north to see her.

C. Next month we will visit my aunt Darlene, who lives just East of us The word east does not need to be capitalized in the context of the sentence

Which of the following words contains an exception to a spelling rule? a. Unclear. b. Memorize. c. Noticeable. d. Grieved

C. Noticeable

What is the most effective way to rewrite the following sentence? She is saying that some of the students are wearing to school is being distracting and inappropriate A. Some of the outfits you need to wear to school she's saying are distracting and not appropriate. B. The outfits are distracting and inappropriate. She says the students wear to school. C. She says that some of the outfits that students wear to school or distracting an inappropriate. D. She says that it is distracting and inappropriate then students wear outfits to school.

C. She says that some of the outfits that students wear to school or distracting an inappropriate.

Which of the following sets of words correctly filled in the blanks in the sentence below? We cannot allow the budget to ___________ the plans to improve education; the futures of___________ children are at stake A. Effect and your. B. Affect and you're C. Effect and you're D. Affect and your.

D. Affect and your.

By examining the parts inch word determine which of the following word refers to a drug that removes feeling and sensation A. Hyperalgesia B. Subcranial C. Hypoglycemia. D. Anesthetic.

D. Anesthetic.

Which of the following is an example of a correctly punctuated sentence? A. Beatrice is very intelligent, she just does not apply herself well enough in her classes to make good grades B. Beatrice is very intelligent: she does not apply herself well enough in her classes to make good grades C. Beatrice is very intelligent. She just does not apply yourself well enough in her class to make good grades. D. Beatrice is very intelligent; she just does not apply herself well enough in class to make good grades

D. Beatrice is very intelligent; she just does not apply herself well enough in class to make good grades

"Affect" and "effect" would be considered which of the following? A. Homographs B. Synonyms C. Antonyms D. Homophones

D. Homophones

Which of the following choices is not an appropriate way to express an opinion in a formal debate? A. There are still many arguments concerning the nature of space-time, including whether Einstein's theory of relatively is applicable in every natural situation. B. The study of climate science is an ever evolving field, but it is important to recognize the tools being utilized have been tested and other fields. C. Energy independence is an important topic that needs to be addressed in a thoughtful, careful manner that considers the far-reaching impact of any proposed changes. D. It is the height of hypocrisy to acknowledge that global warming is a problem, and then still tool around in a gas guzzling vehicle.

D. It is the height of hypocrisy to acknowledge that global warming is a problem, and then still tool around in a gas guzzling vehicle.

Which of the following is not a pre-writing strategy? A. Brainstorming. B. Visual mapping of ideas. C. Asking questions. D. Organizing, writing into paragraphs.

D. Organizing, writing into paragraphs.

Which of the following sentences shows the correct way to separate the items in the series? a. These are actual cities in the United States: Unalaska, Alaska; Yreka, California; Two Egg, Florida; and Boring, Maryland. b. These are actual cities in the United States: Unalaska; Alaska, Yreka; California, Two Egg; Florida, and Boring; Maryland. c. These are actual cities in the United States: Unalaska, Alaska, Yreka, California, Two Egg, Florida, and Boring, Maryland. d. These are actual cities in the United States: Unalaska Alaska, Yreka California, Two Egg Florida, and Boring Maryland.

a. These are actual cities in the United States: Unalaska, Alaska; Yreka, California; Two Egg, Florida; and Boring, Maryland.

which of the following provides the best definition for the prefix trans- as used in the parentheses in the sentence below? most of the window was heavily covered with dirt, but one spot in the corner had been carefully cleaned so that the outside light brilliantly shone through this part of the (translucent) pane. a. across b. beautiful c. change d. different

a. across

which of the following refers to a phase that has been overused to the point that it has lost their original meaning? a. cliche b. moot point c. jargon d. hyerbole

a. cliche

which of the following is always singular? a. each b. both c. several d. many

a. each

which of the following is a correlative conjugation? a. either ... or b. after c. in order that d. yet

a. either ... or

which of the following is a more structured form of brainstorming? a. free writing b. planning c. drafting d. proofreading

a. free writing

what are the five basic elements of the writing process? a. prewriting, drafting, conferencing, revision, editing b. brainstorming, outlining, writing, peer-review, researching c. researching, rewriting, writing, brainstorming, conferencing d. prewriting, writing, revising researching, proofreading

a. prewriting, drafting, conferencing, revision, editing

Which of the following would not be considered formal writing? a. private letters b. business letters c. textbooks d. newspapers

a. private letters

which of the following transitional words or phrases can be used to indicate contrast? (select all that apply) a. regardless b. furthermore c. subsequently d. similarly e. in the other hand f. moreover

a. regardless e. in the other hand

Which word is spelled correctly? a. sacrilegious b. paralell c. auxillary d. cemetary

a. sacrilegious

which of the sentences below contain a correctly spelled plural noun? (select all that apply) a. she spends an hour making lunches each morning. b. be careful; there are dangerous gass in this area. c. i've heard there are beautiful wolfs at the local zoo. d. not many people own house's in this area. e. merry Christmas from the Baldwins! f. it was a week's work to mow all the neighborhood's lawns.

a. she spends an hour making lunches each morning. e. merry Christmas from the Baldwins! f. it was a week's work to mow all the neighborhood's lawns.

which of the following sentences uses a linking verb? a. the coffee smelled delicious b. I watched the sun slowly rise c. Marcus had a very productive day d. Sharon found a sour-leaf clover

a. the coffee smelled delicious

which of the following correctly implements the use of parentheses? a. the rattlesnake (see image 2) is a dangerous snake of North and South America b. the rattlesnake see (image 2) is a dangerous snake of North and South America c. the rattle snake see image (2) is a dangerous snake of North and South America d. the rattlesnake (see image) (2) is a dangerous snake of North and South America

a. the rattlesnake (see image 2) is a dangerous snake of North and South America

Which of the following would belong in a formal speech? a. we all need to work together to make this school better. First, we need to organize a list of our issues. ten we need to form small groups to discuss them and find solutions. Finally, we need to implement those solutions. b. Our purpose is to work together to improve the quality of education at this school. Ideally, we need to organize a list of our issues. Secondly, we need to form small groups to discuss them and find solutions, Then, we need to implement some solutions. c. We all got to work together to make this school much better than before. First, we need to say what is on our mind. We got to form small groups to discuss them and find solutions. And, we need to talk about those solutions. d. It is possible for us to talk about the problems in school and solve them. Of course, we need to organize a list of our issues. For example, we should form small groups to discuss them and find solutions. Finally, we need to implement those solutions.

a. we all need to work together to make this school better. First, we need to organize a list of our issues. ten we need to form small groups to discuss them and find solutions. Finally, we need to implement those solutions.

which of the following is a verb suffix? a. -ism b. -fy c. -dom d. -ish

b. -fy

Which of the following is essential in the concluding statement of an argument? a. The introduction of new points that might lead to future arguments. b. A summary of the argument that clearly reinforces its main points. c. A brief explanation of other perspectives on the topic. d. A short metaphor to help the main idea, be more memorable to the audience.

b. A summary of the argument that clearly reinforces its main points.

which of the following sentences represents a homophone error? a. their decision to stay home was vindicated when they heard about what happened. b. Jane was given a prescription for aural paste to put on her mouth ulcers. c. The tea, from Cincinnati led the league in scoring last year. d. What effect will this new legislation have on hospital policy?

b. Jane was given a prescription for aural paste to put on her mouth ulcers.

which of the following follows the rules of capitalization? a. Dashiell visited his Cousin Elaine on Tuesday. b. Juniper sent a card to Uncle Archibald, who has been unwell. c. Flicka and her Mother spent the day setting up the rummage sale. d. Lowell and his twin sister look alike but have very different personalities.

b. Juniper sent a card to Uncle Archibald, who has been unwell.

the word capacity functions as which part of speech in the following sentence Irish politician Constance Markiewicz was the first woman elected to the British House of Commons, but she never served in that capacity due to her activity in forming the Irish Republic. a. verb b. Noun c. Adverb d. Pronoun

b. Noun

in the words proactive, progress, and projecting pro is a(n) ___________ that means _____. a. suffix: good, on top of, or over b. Prefix: before, forward, or front c. affix: after, behind, or in back of d. Prefix: against, under, or below

b. Prefix: before, forward, or front

Which of the following is an example of revision? a. Typing the first draft of an essay. b. Reading sentences for clarity and making necessary changes. c. Creating a list of all sources used within the essay. d. Mapping out possible topics and subtopics.

b. Reading sentences for clarity and making necessary changes.

Most writing uses which point of view? a. Fourth person b. Third person c. Second person d. First person

b. Third person

when writing a letter to the school board of a public school, which of the following greetings would be most appropriate? a. Dearest School Board, b. To Whom it May Concern, c. Dear Sir and/ or Ma'am d. Hello all,

b. To Whom it May Concern,

which of the following defines the noun suffix -ation? a. act, condition, fact b. action, state, result c. act, manner, doctrine d. state, rank, condition

b. action, state, result

if the word antibacterial describes a substance that kill bacteria, you can infer that the prefix anti- means? a. original to b. against c. before d. under

b. against

which of the following is a correctly spelled compound noun? a. ice-cream b. check-in c. biology d. hippopotamus

b. check-in

Julia is writing an essay about the influence of technology on interpersonal relationships. Which of the following sentences would not be relevant supporting detail? a. studies show that the more teenagers engage in social media, the less they engage with their peers b. college students study and work on homework an average of 4-6 hours a day c. use of technology such as smartphones can lead to a lack of engagement in conversation d. some psychologists think that watching TV activates the same part of the brain as having an in-depth conversation

b. college students study and work on homework an average of 4-6 hours a day

which of the following is not an effective brainstorming strategy/ a. making a list of possible topics/ subtopics. b. daydreaming until inspiration strikes. c. freewriting, then reading over what you wrote. d. asking yourself who, what, where, when, why, and how.

b. daydreaming until inspiration strikes.

which of the following correctly implements the use of commas? a. he is meeting me at, 456 Delaware Avenue, Washington, D.C., tomorrow morning. b. he is meeting me at 456 Delaware Avenue, Washington, D.C., tomorrow morning. c. he is meeting me at 456 Delaware Avenue Washington, D.C. tomorrow morning. d. he is meeting me at 456 Delaware Avenue Washington D.C tomorrow morning.

b. he is meeting me at 456 Delaware Avenue, Washington, D.C., tomorrow morning.

which one of these words is a superlative adverb? a. quietly b. most quietly c. more quietly d. quietest

b. most quietly

which of the following is NOT one of the degrees of relative adjectives? a. comparative b. negative c. positive d. superlative

b. negative

which of the following is NOT an example if a phrase that might be found within the transition sentence of a paragraph? a. in the same way b. research proves that c. another reason for this is d. as a result

b. research proves that

which of the following singular/ plural pairs is NOT correct? a. woman/ women b. salmon/ salmons c. moose/ moose d. goose/ geese

b. salmon/ salmons

the following words share a common Greek-based suffix: anthropology, biology, cosmetology, etymology, and genealogy. What is the most likely meaning of the suffix -logy? a. record b. study c. science d. technique

b. study

which of the following sentences is most correct in terms of style, clarity, and punctuation? a. the possible side effects of the medication that the doctor had prescribed for her was a concern for Lucinda, and she continued to take the medication b. the medication that the doctor prescribed had side effects concerning Lucinda who continued to take it. c. Lucinda was concerned about side effects from the medication that her doctor has prescribed, so she continued to take it. d. Although Lucinda was concerned about the possible side effects, she continued to take the medication that her doctor prescribed for her.

b. the medication that the doctor prescribed had side effects concerning Lucinda who continued to take it.

choose the sentence that most effectively follows the conventions of standard written English: a. Wilbur and Orville Wright were two brothers, and they tested their prototype airplane in a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. b. the two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, tested their prototype airplane on a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. c. Testing their prototype airplane on a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, were two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright. d. The beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina was where the two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, came and tested their prototype airplane.

b. the two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, tested their prototype airplane on a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

which of the following statement would require a citation? a. the rate of increase in gasoline prices is unprecedented. b. I saw on the news that gas prices are increasing. c. Economic Times reported that gas prices are up 11% from last month. d. My friend and I were shocked about how much gas cost when we filled up yesterday.

c. Economic Times reported that gas prices are up 11% from last month.

which of the following sentences shows the correct use of quotation marks? a. Grady asked Abe, 'did you know that an earthquake and a tsunami hit Messina, Italy, in 1908?' b. Grady asked Abe, "did you know that an earthquake and a tsunami hit Messina, Italy, in 1908"? c. Grady asked Abe, "did you know that an earthquake and a tsunami hit Messina, Italy, in 1908?" d. Grady asked Abe, "'did you know that an earthquake and tsunami hit Messina, Italy, in 1908'?"

c. Grady asked Abe, "did you know that an earthquake and a tsunami hit Messina, Italy, in 1908?"

which of the answer choices best combines the following four sentences into two sentences? I'm usually good about keeping track of my keys. I lost them. I spent hours looking for them. I found them in the freezer. a. I lost my keys, even though I'm usually good about keeping track of them. i found them in the freezer and spent hours looking for them. b. I spent hours looking for my keys and found them in the freezer. I had lost them even though I'm usually good about keeping track of them. c. I'm usually good about keeping track of my keys, but I lost them. After spending hours looking for them, I found them in the freezer. d. I'm usually good about keeping track of my keys, but I lost them in a freezer. I had to spent hours looking for them.

c. I'm usually good about keeping track of my keys, but I lost them. After spending hours looking for them, I found them in the freezer.

which of the following affixes refers to the -o- in speedometer? a. prefix b. suffix c. Interfix d. circumfix

c. Interfix

Which of the following sentences uses proper capitalization? a. Last Summer, my family went on a trip to Niagara Falls in New York b. Last Summer, my family went on a trip to niagara falls in New York c. Last summer, my family went on a trip to Niagara Falls in New York d. Last Summer, my family went on a trip to Niagara Falls in new york

c. Last summer, my family went on a trip to Niagara Falls in New York

which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of an apostrophe? a. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors meal's. b. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the juror's meals. c. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors' meals. d. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors meals'.

c. Lyle works for the courthouse, and among his responsibilities is getting the jurors' meals.

which of the following sentences represents the best style and clarity of the expression? a. without adequate preparation, the test was likely to be a failure for Zara. b. The test was likely to be a failure for Zara without adequate preparation. c. Without adequate preparation, Zara excepted to fail the test. d. Zara expected to fail the test without adequate preparation.

c. Without adequate preparation, Zara excepted to fail the test.

which of the following refers to a comparison between items that appear to having nothing in common? a. contrast b. illustration c. analogy d. simile

c. analogy

what does the prefix circum- mean in the word circumference? a. beyond b. after c. around d. before

c. around

therefore, because, and accordingly are examples of which type of signal words? a. emphasis words b. compare/ contrast words c. cause-and-effect words d. temporal sequencing words

c. cause-and-effect words

which of the following defines the miscellaneous prefix mor-? a. away, off, from b. war, warlike c. death d. bad, poorly, not

c. death

which of the following is an imperative statement? a. John knows the way to the park b. there are five letters on the table for him c. go to the post office for me d. the cookies need ten more minutes

c. go to the post office for me

which of the following is the indirect object of the sentence, "I gave my mother yellow roses"? a. I b. gave c. my mother d. yellow flowers

c. my mother

in general, adverbs may modify all of the following except: a. another verb b. adjectives c. nouns d. verbs

c. nouns

which of the following correctly describes the placement of punctuation in reference to quotations? a. periods and commas are put outside the quotation marks; colons and semicolons go inside b. periods and colons are put outside the quotation marks; commas and semicolons go inside c. periods and commas are put inside the quotation marks; colons and semicolons go outside d. periods and colons are put inside the quotations; commas and semicolons go outside

c. periods and commas are put inside the quotation marks; colons and semicolons go outside

which of the following lists elements of the prewriting portion of the writing process? a. researching, outlining, editing b. preparation, referencing sources, drafting c. planning, brainstorming, outlining d. drafting, researching, referencing sources

c. planning, brainstorming, outlining

which of the following types of language is acceptable in a research paper? a. colloquialisms b. contractions c. relative pronouns d. second-person point of view

c. relative pronouns

which of the following represents a correct plural form of the word syllabus? a. syllabus b. syllaba c. syllabi d. syllabis

c. syllabi

which of the following sentences contains proper subject-verb arguments? (select all that apply.) a. neither Jeanne nor Pauline like the dinner options on the menu. b. the issues that the council is discussing today concerns the local property tax rate. c. the faculty of the math department were unable to agree on the curriculum changes. d. both Clara and Don feels that they need to be more proactive in checking on the contractors. e. if either Pablo or Julio is willing to accept the position, we will be fully staffed.

c. the faculty of the math department were unable to agree on the curriculum changes. e. if either Pablo or Julio is willing to accept the position, we will be fully staffed.

which of the following correctly implements the word affect? a. these new rules will affect the order in the office. b. what affect will this weather have on our schedule? c. the patient had a flat affect during her examination. d. his narcissism had a detrimental affect on everyone around him.

c. the patient had a flat affect during her examination.

which of the following is the infinitive of the sentence, "he had all the time in the world to decide what he wanted"? a. he had b. all the time in the world c. to decide d. what he wanted

c. to decide

which of the following does NOT correctly describe a rule for semicolon usage? a. use a semicolon between closely connected independent clauses that are not connected with a coordinating conjunction b. use a semicolon between independent clauses linked with a transitional word c. use a semicolon for explanations or to give a quote d. use a semicolon between items in a series that has internal punctuation

c. use a semicolon for explanations or to give a quote

which of the following is correctly punctuated? a. John Smith Ph. D., will be visiting your class today b. John Frank who is coaching the team, was promoted today. c. "I want you to know, he began, "that I always wanted the best for you."" d. "you can't start," Jane said, "with an apology."

d. "you can't start," Jane said, "with an apology."

which of the following suffixes is not commonly used to form a noun from some other part of speech? a. -ation b. -ness c. -ity d. -ize

d. -ize