HESI A2
HESI A2 Version 3 Grammar Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'Gosh, I could have had a V-8!' This sentence is grammatically correct as it uses the correct structure for expressing a missed opportunity in the past. 'Could have' is the correct modal verb construction to express regret for not choosing a V-8. Choices A, B, and D contain grammatical errors or use informal language that is not suitable for expressing a past regretful situation. Choice A uses the incorrect verb form 'be ordering,' choice B uses the colloquial contraction 'coulda,' and choice D uses 'should have' which does not fit the context of expressing a past missed opportunity.
Question 2 of 5
What is the appropriate salutation for the given address?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A salutation is a greeting used before a person's name or a title in written or verbal communication. In this case, 'Mr.' is the suitable salutation for the address provided, as it is a formal title used to address a male individual. '1600 Pennsylvania Ave.' is the street address, '20003' is the zip code, and 'Ryan' is likely a name. However, when addressing someone formally in a written or verbal communication, 'Mr.' is the appropriate salutation to use.
Question 3 of 5
Which word should be used in the following sentence? When a person finds ________ in a stressful situation, it helps to breathe deeply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The corrected question maintains a gender-neutral form when referring to an individual, making 'themselves' the appropriate choice. In this context, 'themselves' is used as a reflexive pronoun to match the singular 'person' without specifying gender. It is a common and accepted practice to use 'themselves' for gender neutrality. Therefore, option A is the correct choice for this question.
Question 4 of 5
Select the sentence that is grammatically correct.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'The nurse spoke to my sister and me about our motherā€™s condition.' In this sentence, 'me' is used as the object of the preposition 'to.' When referring to oneself along with others, 'me' should be used instead of 'I.' Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they incorrectly use 'I' instead of the correct 'me,' making them grammatically incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The student sang well, but she danced ____?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In this sentence, 'danced' requires an adverb to describe how the action was performed. The adverb 'badly' is the correct form to describe the quality of dancing, not the adjective 'bad.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Badly.' Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and in this case, 'badly' is used to describe how the student danced, making it the appropriate choice.