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ATI TEAS 7 English and language usage practice questions, set 3

ATI TEAS 7 · English and language usage

ATI TEAS 7 English and language usage practice questions set 3

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Five English and language usage questions with answers

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Question 1

Which of the following is the most reliable source for scholarly research?

  1. A. Peer-reviewed articles
  2. B. Wikipedia
  3. C. Opinion articles from a newspaper
  4. D. Blogs and other social media
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Correct answer: A — Peer-reviewed articles

The correct answer is 'Peer-reviewed articles.' Peer-reviewed articles are considered highly reliable because they undergo a rigorous evaluation process by experts in the field before publication. This process ensures that the research presented is of high quality and meets academic standards. Choice B, 'Wikipedia,' is not considered a reliable source for scholarly research as it can be edited by anyone, leading to potential inaccuracies. Choice C, 'Opinion articles from a newspaper,' may provide perspectives but may not always be based on rigorous research or evidence. Choice D, 'Blogs and other social media,' lack the rigorous review process that peer-reviewed articles undergo, making them less reliable for scholarly research.

Question 2

Which of the following is essential in the concluding statement of an argument?

  1. A. The introduction of new points that might lead to future arguments
  2. B. A summary of the argument that clearly reinforces its main points
  3. C. A brief explanation of other perspectives on the topic
  4. D. A short metaphor to help the main idea be more memorable to the audience
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Correct answer: B — A summary of the argument that clearly reinforces its main points

The correct answer is B: 'A summary of the argument that clearly reinforces its main points.' In a concluding statement of an argument, it is crucial to provide a concise summary that reinforces the main points presented throughout the argument. Option A is incorrect because introducing new points in the conclusion can confuse the audience and detract from the coherence of the argument. Option C is incorrect as the conclusion should focus on summarizing the main argument rather than delving into other perspectives. Option D is incorrect because while metaphors can be useful in enhancing understanding, they are not essential in the concluding statement of an argument, which should primarily focus on summarizing the key points.

Question 3

What kind of error does the following sentence contain? Some workers use all their sick leave, other workers cash out their leave.

  1. A. Parallelism
  2. B. Comma splice
  3. C. Sentence fragment
  4. D. Subject-verb agreement
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Correct answer: B — Comma splice

The correct answer is B: Comma splice. A comma splice is present in the sentence, where two independent clauses are incorrectly joined by a comma. In this case, 'Some workers use all their sick leave' and 'other workers cash out their leave' are two independent clauses that should be separated by a conjunction or a stronger punctuation mark like a semicolon or period. Choice A, parallelism, is incorrect because the error in the sentence is not related to maintaining parallel structure. Choice C, sentence fragment, is incorrect as the sentence contains two independent clauses, not fragments. Choice D, subject-verb agreement, is also incorrect as the error in the sentence does not involve agreement between subjects and verbs.

Question 4

Which of the following sentences has correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?

  1. A. The storm, which included three days of rain, was very strong, and it left half the city flooded.
  2. B. Each of the cars needs to be examined for damage by a mechanic; they may need repairs.
  3. C. The number of people who had to evacuate hasn't been confirmed, but it is small.
  4. D. Many people were able to take advantage of shelters, where they were kept safe from the storm.
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Correct answer: C — The number of people who had to evacuate hasn't been confirmed, but it is small.

Sentence C correctly maintains the pronoun-antecedent agreement. In this sentence, the antecedent is 'number of people,' and the pronoun 'it' is used to refer back to this antecedent. The singular pronoun 'it' matches the singular antecedent 'number,' making the sentence grammatically correct. Choice A is incorrect because it uses the plural pronoun 'they' to refer back to the singular antecedent 'storm.' Choice B is incorrect as it uses the plural pronoun 'they' to refer back to the singular antecedent 'each of the cars.' Choice D is incorrect because it uses the singular pronoun 'he or she' to refer back to the plural antecedent 'many people.' This creates a lack of agreement between the pronoun and its antecedent.

Question 5

Which of these examples is a compound sentence?

  1. A. Alex and Shane spent the morning coloring and later took a walk down to the park.
  2. B. After coloring all morning, Alex and Shane spent the afternoon at the park.
  3. C. Alex and Shane spent the morning coloring, and then they took a walk down to the park.
  4. D. After coloring all morning and spending part of the day at the park, Alex and Shane took a nap.
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Correct answer: C — Alex and Shane spent the morning coloring, and then they took a walk down to the park.

Option C is a compound sentence because it consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction ('and then'). The first independent clause is 'Alex and Shane spent the morning coloring,' and the second independent clause is 'they took a walk down to the park.' Choices A, B, and D are not compound sentences. In choice A, although there are two actions mentioned, they are not independent clauses; they are part of a single sentence. Choice B is a complex sentence with a dependent clause ('After coloring all morning') and an independent clause. Choice D is a complex sentence with a compound predicate ('After coloring all morning and spending part of the day at the park') followed by an independent clause.

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Question 6

What verb tense is used in the underlined words in the following sentence? 'The doctor prescribed medicine after my son had been sick for four days.'

  1. A. Past perfect
  2. B. Present perfect
  3. C. Past progressive
  4. D. Present progressive
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Question 7

Which of the following is a correctly punctuated complex sentence?

  1. A. Mary-Louise put on her softball jersey, and then she grabbed her bat.
  2. B. Before finishing her walk home, Raina stopped to watch the sunset.
  3. C. When Greta ran around third base, she noticed her cheering teammates.
  4. D. After we eat dinner, Marvin will do the dishes, and I will clean the counters.
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Question 8

What part of speech is the word 'disappointed' in the sentence 'I was disappointed by the outcome'?

  1. A. Verb
  2. B. Noun
  3. C. Adjective
  4. D. Adverb
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Question 9

Which term describes the most likely structure of an essay about the similarities and differences between World War I and World War II?

  1. A. Technical
  2. B. Expository
  3. C. Cause/effect
  4. D. Compare/contrast
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Question 10

Based on his work and goals, how should the sentence 'Fred Hampton desired to see lasting social change for African Americans through nonviolent means and community recognition.' be best introduced?

  1. A. NO CHANGE
  2. B. Unfortunately,
  3. C. Finally,
  4. D. As a result,
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Question 11

What is a recommended strategy during the drafting phase?

  1. A. List all ideas that come to mind without worrying about whether they are good or on-topic.
  2. B. Note where you got your information; save that step for the end.
  3. C. Avoid stopping frequently to look up grammar rules and words you don't know how to spell.
  4. D. Get the ideas down on paper, even if some sentences sound awkward or contain errors.
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Question 12

Which adjective best describes the following setting: 'A lone cabin stood nestled amongst towering pines, smoke curling from its chimney into the crisp mountain air'?

  1. A. Bland
  2. B. Urban
  3. C. Idyllic
  4. D. Sterile
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Question 13

What literary device is used in the phrase 'a heart of gold'?

  1. A. Metaphor
  2. B. Simile
  3. C. Hyperbole
  4. D. Personification
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Question 14

What figure of speech is used in the statement, 'His words were a dagger to my heart'?

  1. A. Metonymy
  2. B. Simile
  3. C. Metaphor
  4. D. Hyperbole
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Question 15

Which of the following choices would be the best beginning for an essay titled "Scientists Debate: Global Climate Change"?

  1. A. The Earth is heating up. The polar ice caps are melting, and whole species are going extinct while governments and scientists argue over rules and regulations.
  2. B. The argument seems to be about whether climate change is really happening and if so, who causes it. Some scientists argue that people are causing the change.
  3. C. If the Earth heats up, what will our new world look like? Scientists who have dedicated their lives to understanding climate change have projected a series of scenarios that could happen.
  4. D. While few people can understand all of the issues related to climate change, one thing is sure: scientists do not agree. There seem to be several different views on how to look at climate change data.
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ATI TEAS 7 English and language usage practice questions, set 3 for nursing students in the United States. Fifteen items. Five include answers and rationales in American English.

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