English and Language TEAS Version 7

Question 1 of 37

English and Language TEAS Version 7. He turned green after eating the shellfish, which the waiter had recommended. It went without saying, but he said it anyway, “I don’t feel too good.”

Which of the following is an error in the passage above?

• The word “had” is used instead of “have.”
• The word “good” is used instead of “well.”
• The word “went” is used instead of “goes.”
• The word “but” is used instead of “and.”

Question 2 of 37

Which of the following sentences is relevant to the passage if added prior to the concluding sentence?

Ja’Kobi enjoys regular yoga practice to help alleviate his stress during the academic year. He practices first thing in the morning. He begins with slow and mindful breathing to center himself. Then, he sits in lotus pose to calm his mind. Once he is in the right frame of mind, he begins with cat and cow poses which warm up his spine. Then, he gets into the poses of the day. Sometimes he works on stretching a particular part of his body. Other times, he simply does fifty sun salutations. Ja’Kobi credits his regular yoga practice for his good health.

• He can practically feel the tension melt away.
• Sometimes he will begin yoga during an academic test.
• His body is neither limber nor flexible.
• He does ten more cat and cow poses.

Question 3 of 37

Many ______ books are popular among adults these days.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

• children’s
• childrens’s
• childrens
• childrens’

Question 4 of 37

Which of the following in-text citations is incomplete? English and Language TEAS Version 7

• According to at least one pair of preserved fruit authorities, the difference between jams and preserves is “largely a matter of opinion” (Berry and Leith 2).
• Berry and Leith (2003) write that the difference between jam and preserves is subjective.
• For Berry and Leith (2003, p. 2), what constitutes jam versus preserves is “largely a matter of opinion.”
• Some authorities consider the difference between jam and preserves to be “largely a matter of opinion”. (p. 2, 2003)

Question 5 of 37

Which of the following sentences is irrelevant in a paragraph discussing the benefits of recycling?

• The history of recycling dates back thousands of years, with early examples found in archaeological sites.
• Creating new products from recycled materials often uses less energy than producing them from raw materials.
• Some people prefer to shop at farmers’ markets for fresh produce rather than at supermarkets.
• Educating communities about recycling can increase participation and improve sustainability efforts.

Question 6 of 37

1. Basketball was invented by Dr. James Naismith.
2. He was seeking an indoor sport that could be played in the wintertime when outdoor team sports were at a standstill.
3. However, Naismith knew the indoor sport needed to be safer than the roughness present in sports like football, rugby, and hockey.
4. Naismith had tried other things.
5. Basketball, however, was popular from the beginning and became the sport that is known and loved today.

Which of the following sentences in the paragraph needs more development?

• Sentence 5
• Sentence 3
• Sentence 4
• Sentence 2

Question 7 of 37

Extending their arms over the left-field wall, the baseball plummeted toward the fan, and they caught it cleanly on the fly before displaying the home run ball for all to see.

Which of the following phrases is misplaced in the sentence above?

• toward the fan
• on the fly
• before displaying the home run ball for all to see
• Extending their arms over the left-field wall

Question 8 of 37

Which of the following is a sentence fragment?

• Rain falls.
• Rain delays happen.
• After the rain.
• Rain delayed it.

Question 9 of 37

Which of the following sentences correctly uses commas? (Select all that apply.)

• [ $\checkmark$ ] The public library, rebuilt a few years ago, has large windows and beautiful décor.
• [ $\checkmark$ ] Having completed their work, the employees left early on Tuesday last week.
• [ $\phantom{\checkmark}$ ] In conclusion, the theory, while well conceived, the experiment lacked execution.
• [ $\checkmark$ ] The oven was loudly signaling it had reached 400°F (752°C), so I put the pizza inside to bake.
• [ $\phantom{\checkmark}$ ] I saw them coming, and ran away, I knew they would want to chastise me.

Question 10 of 37

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 during 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? English and Language TEAS Version 7

• There are other health benefits of knitting, too.
• The repetition of stitch after stitch is so relaxing.
• A ball of wool holds so much potential, and is also a sustainable resource.
• It helped me pay attention during lectures.

Question 11 of 37

Which of the following requires a citation?

• Mentioning a basic scientific principle that is a supporting detail
• A reference to a well-known historical date in a counterclaim
• An anecdote from the writer’s childhood that introduces the topic
• The opinion of an art historian that supports the writer’s thesis

Question 12 of 37

A public health worker is writing for the first time to a colleague whom the worker has never met in person, Chris Rodriguez. With a little research, the worker has learned that Rodriguez teaches at a university but remains uncertain of Rodriguez’s gender.

Which of the following would be an appropriate salutation for an email to this colleague?

• Dear Professor Rodriguez,
• Dear Sir/Madame,
• Dear Rodriguez,
• Dear Mr. or Mrs. Rodriguez,

Question 13 of 37

Which of the following sentences contains a homophone error?

• The principal arrived early for the presentation.
• I stood on principle when I gave my speech.
• Please bare in mind that the rules have changed.
• The brown bear lumbered into the town.

Question 14 of 37

The deep-sea diver was amazed by the ______ marine life because it glows in the dark.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

• luminescent
• hydrographic
• photosensitive
• thermodynamic

Question 15 of 37

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? English and Language TEAS Version 7

• “Can you help me with this?” asked Sam.
• “I can’t believe it’s already October”, said Emma.
• He exclaimed “Watch out for the puddle!”
• Mark replied, “Sure I’ll be right there”.

Question 16 of 37

Which of the following options is capitalized correctly?

• Good afternoon, Convention Presenters and Attendees,
• Greetings, Clark Township residents,
• Attention staff members and Faculty,
• Dear association president Xi Chen,

Question 17 of 37

In which of the following situations is formal language most appropriate?

• A cover letter to a prospective employer
• A post to a community discussion board
• An email to a friend
• A text message to a sibling

Question 18 of 37

Which of the following sentences follows the rules of capitalization?

• The group of students decided to take a day trip to the Western town.
• She is planning to attend a College in the fall to study engineering.
• The A1 Plumbing Board of Directors gave every employee a raise.
• He is taking a Geography class this semester to fulfill his requirements.

Question 19 of 37

Which of the following statements requires a citation in an academic paper?

• Humans require food and water to survive.
• The municipal council has approved the operation of food trucks.
• Vitamins are necessary for maintaining good health.
• Chocolate ice cream is the most delicious flavor.

Question 20 of 37

The toddler began to ______ her desires rather than just pointing at what she wanted.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

• vocalize
• vitalize
• visualize
• vociferate

Question 20 of 37

Which of the following words is the definition of the prefix “pro-” in the word “prologue”?

• During
• Before
• Positive
• After

Question 21 of 37

Which of the following is a complete sentence?

• Running through the park before breakfast.
• I walked all three dogs around the park this morning.
• Walking with a limp as a result of the thorn.
• When I was young and loved going for runs in the park.

Question 22 of 37

Which of the following is the primary purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To establish the subject
• To raise a concern
• To analyze details
• To call to action

Question 23 of 37

Which of the following sentences is written correctly?

• “Yes,” he said “that is true.”
• “His father, he said, “is taking a fishing trip”.
• “Mother,” he asked. “May I go to the movies tonight?”
• “Hey,” he asked, “how are you?”

Question 24 of 37

Which of the following is the meaning of the word “indiscriminate”?

• Distinct
• Selective
• Noisy
• Miscellaneous

Question 25 of 37

Which of the following sentences requires an in-text citation if included as part of a research paper?

• To start, a focus on service improvements could benefit citizens of our town across income ranges.
• Anyone who flushes a toilet or fills a water bottle from the tap will be affected by this decision.
• Nearly 76% of residents polled agreed with the idea that city utilities should be better maintained.
• Every homeowner in the town of 2,000 residents benefits from functioning water and sewer lines.

Question 26 of 37

Which one of the following sentences contains a dangling modifier? English and Language TEAS Version 7

• Adequate lighting is important for anyone who is studying or reading.
• Drivers in our state are confused by the outdated driving law.
• My brother had an old truck that sat by the garage that needed paint.
• The contented puppy sat by the sleeping young child.

Question 27 of 37

English and Language TEAS Version 7. In the word “circumnavigation,” the Latin prefix “circum” means to move in which of the following directions?

• Up
• Around
• Forward
• Sideways

Question 28 of 37

Which of the following sentences is appropriate for a culturally diverse audience?

• Mom said, “You all are driving me up the wall.”
• The United States is primarily located in North America.
• When I looked out of the window it was raining cats and dogs.
• Becky let the cat out the bag when she told everyone about the surprise party.

Question 29 of 37

In which of the following sentences is the word “late” used as an adverb?

• I arrived late to the job interview and felt flustered.
• It was late in the day when my roommate remembered that she had a midterm the next morning.
• I paid the rent a week late.
• It is too late to get a refund, but the store manager might make an exception.

Question 30 of 37

Which of the following sentences uses appropriately formal language to introduce a speech about gardening by a well-known horticulture professor from an agricultural college?

• I have been a hobbyist gardener for 30 years and have found it to be a fun and fruitful adventure, which keeps me fit and active even if my knees get sore and muddy!
• People say that Arjuna is a great gardener, but I don’t care for her style or the types of produce she grows.
• Studies have shown that engaging in gardening fosters a profound connection with nature and many valuable personal health benefits for individuals of all ages.
• Today I’m going to tell you about the ways you can have fun in the sun this summer, right in your own backyard.

Question 31 of 37

Which of the following is the object of the preposition in the sentence below?

Martha laughed at the clown.

• at
• laughed
• clown
• the

Question 32 of 37

That, too, is a sobering message for these retrograde times.

According to the context, which of the following words is the best synonym for “retrograde”?

• Progressive
• Unexplained
• Illusory
• Backward

Question 33 of 37

The ancient manuscript revealed the mysterious device, believed to be of alien origin, could “transmit energy across interstellar distances.”

Based on the word parts, which of the following is the best definition of “interstellar” in the sentence above?

• Between stars
• Inside a solar system
• Beyond a universe
• Across a nebula

Question 34 of 37

Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly to enhance readability? English and Language TEAS Version 7

• Although, the weather was harsh many people decided to visit the park.
• While I was working on my assignment my computer, unexpectedly shut down.
• Her car was old and costly to maintain, so she sold it to her neighbors.
• My brother a talented chef, plans to open his own restaurant next year.

Question 35 of 37

After they had gone, he felt lonely and began to tire of his lady-love. “She has no conversation,” he said, “and I am afraid that she is a coquette, for she is always flirting with the wind.” And certainly, whenever the wind blew, the Reed made the most graceful curtsies. “I admit that she is domestic,” he continued, “but I love travelling, and my wife, consequently, should love travelling also.” English and Language TEAS Version 7

Which of the following word’s meaning can be determined through the context of its use in this passage?

• Coquette
• Flirting
• Graceful
• Travelling

Question 36 of 37

After the war, Babcia emigrated to the United States and moved her family to rural Illinois, where she hoped to start a new life.

In the context of the above sentence, which of the following is a dependent clause?

• After the war,
• where she hoped to start a new life.
• and moved her family to rural Illinois,
• Babcia emigrated to the United States

Question 37 of 37

Which of the following information belongs in an instructional paragraph that explains how to bake a cake?

• Information regarding the history of baking
• The author’s favorite desserts ranked in order
• The temperature at which the cake should be baked
• Other baked goods with the same calorie content as the cake