English and Language Usage TEAS

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: -ize. When we change "money" to a verb, it becomes "monetize." This means to make money from an idea. Therefore, the sentence would be "Entrepreneurs monetize their ideas." The suffix -ize is commonly used to form verbs, indicating the act or process of doing something. Choices B, C, and D do not create a valid verb form with "money" in this context.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because it clearly explains the appropriate context for using the word "ain't." Academic writing requires standard language usage, and "ain't" is considered colloquial and informal. It emphasizes the importance of using formal language in academic settings. Choice A is incorrect because the word "ain't" may not be in some dictionaries, but that doesn't mean it isn't used or accepted in certain contexts. Choice B is incorrect as it implies that being in college determines the appropriateness of using "ain't," which is not a valid justification. Choice C is incorrect as it unfairly stigmatizes the word as sounding uneducated; language is diverse and context-dependent.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The prefix 'pre-' means before. It is derived from Latin and indicates something that occurs before a specified time or event. For example, 'preheat' means to heat before using. Therefore, the correct answer is B. The other choices are incorrect because 'after' (A) means following something, 'during' (C) means throughout the duration of something, and 'against' (D) means in opposition to something.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the sentence uses an apostrophe to show possession (home's roof). The apostrophe is correctly placed before the "s" to indicate that the roof belongs to the home. Choices B, C, and D do not use apostrophes for possession correctly. In B, the apostrophe should come after "grandparents" to show possession of their families. In C, there is no possessive noun requiring an apostrophe. In D, the apostrophe should be placed before "women" to show possession of their things.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because "It's" is the contraction for "it is" or "it has," while "its" is the possessive form. In this sentence, the contraction "It's" is correctly used to indicate that something has often been said. Choices A, B, and D all incorrectly use "Its," the possessive form, which does not fit in the context of the sentence. It is important to pay attention to the usage of contractions and possessive forms to ensure correct word usage in sentences.