HESI A2
HESI A2 Version 4 Grammar Questions
Question 1 of 5
Based on aseptic principles, should a sterile packet below waist level be considered contaminated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Principles.' According to aseptic technique, sterile items should be kept above waist level to maintain their sterility. Placing a sterile packet below waist level exposes it to potential contamination, thus violating aseptic principles. It is crucial to follow aseptic principles to prevent the introduction of microorganisms and uphold a sterile environment during procedures, minimizing the risk of infections.
Question 2 of 5
Children generally --------------- with others of the same size and age.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: Play.' In this sentence, 'children' is the subject, which is a plural noun. Therefore, the verb should also be in the plural form, which is 'play.' The correct sentence would be 'Children generally play with others of the same size and age.' The verb 'play' agrees with the plural subject 'children,' making it the appropriate choice in this context.
Question 3 of 5
Which phrase is grammatically incorrect in the following sentence? The most important things in my life are making money, traveling abroad, and to live well.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct choice is B: 'To live.' The original sentence is grammatically incorrect as it should read 'and living well,' instead of 'to live well.' In this context, 'living well' is the correct phrase to describe a desired lifestyle, as opposed to 'to live well,' which is not grammatically appropriate in this sentence. The sentence structure 'making money, traveling abroad, and living well' showcases a list of important things in the speaker's life, with 'living well' serving as one of the key aspects alongside making money and traveling abroad.
Question 4 of 5
Select the best word for the blank in the following sentence: '_______ is my favorite black dress.'
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 'That.' In the sentence, 'That is my favorite black dress,' 'That' is used to refer to a singular object that is close in proximity. 'This here' is colloquial and not suitable for formal writing, making it incorrect in this context. 'Those' is plural and does not agree with the singular noun 'dress.' 'Where' is used to denote a location or position, which is not suitable for describing a dress. Therefore, 'That' is the most appropriate word choice to complete the sentence.
Question 5 of 5
As we celebrated the start of the evening festivities, our glasses ------------ and a toast was made by our host.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: Were raised.' In this context, the phrase 'our glasses were raised' is a common expression used to signify a toast or a celebratory gesture of raising glasses before drinking. 'Were rose' (B) is incorrect grammatically as 'rose' is the past tense of 'rise' and not 'raise.' 'Were risen' (A) is also incorrect. Choice (D) 'Arose' is not the appropriate form for this passive construction. Therefore, 'Were raised' is the correct choice.