HESI A2
HESI A2 Version 4 Grammar Questions
Question 1 of 5
I am looking forward to -------------------- on a vacation next month.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In this sentence, the correct structure to use after 'looking forward to' is the gerund form of the verb, which is 'Going'. The gerund form functions as a noun and is used after prepositions like 'to'. 'Go' (choice A) is the base form of the verb, 'Be go' (choice C) is grammatically incorrect, and 'Going to go' (choice D) is redundant and awkward. Therefore, 'Going' is the correct choice in this context.
Question 2 of 5
Select the best word for the blank in the following sentence: My brother is crazy for science fiction stories; _________, I prefer mysteries.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sentence is presenting a contrast between the preferences for different types of stories. 'However' is the most appropriate choice as it signifies the contrast between the brother's liking for science fiction stories and the speaker's preference for mysteries. 'Moreover' and 'in addition' would imply adding to the brother's interest rather than contrasting it, and 'as a result' would indicate a consequence, which is not the intended meaning in this context.
Question 3 of 5
What did the thief do after robbing the bank?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: After committing the crime of robbing the bank, the most logical action for the thief would be to hide at the house of a friend to evade capture. This choice directly addresses the immediate action the thief would take after committing the robbery, as it is a common response to seek refuge with someone trusted to avoid being caught by law enforcement.
Question 4 of 5
What task does the mailperson perform?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: Envelopes.' The question asks about the job performed by the mailperson, which is delivering envelopes to every mailbox on the block. Using the plural form 'envelopes' is appropriate as it indicates multiple items being delivered. The other choices, 'Every,' 'Block,' and 'Mailperson's,' do not capture the primary task carried out by the mailperson. Therefore, 'Envelopes' is the correct choice.
Question 5 of 5
Which word best fits in the following sentence? "________ I want to ensure I can go to the movies later, I am going to do my homework now."
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: Because.' This choice is the most suitable conjunction to introduce the reason for doing homework now, which is wanting to go to the movies later. The word 'Because' establishes a clear cause-and-effect relationship between the two parts of the sentence, making it coherent and logical. The use of 'Because' indicates that the action of doing homework now is driven by the desire to go to the movies later, aligning with the intended meaning of the sentence.