TEAS English Questions

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The given sentence, "You are a tutor," is a simple sentence as it consists of only one independent clause without any dependent clauses. It contains a subject ("You") and a predicate ("are a tutor"). Therefore, the correct answer is A: Simple. The other choices are incorrect because a complex sentence would require at least one independent clause and one dependent clause, a compound sentence would consist of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction, and a compound-complex sentence would have multiple independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rationale: The word 'egregious' means outstandingly bad or shocking. In the given sentence, the errors are described as frequent and egregious, suggesting they are noticeably bad. Among the choices, 'flagrant' best captures this meaning as it also means conspicuously bad or offensive. 'Thoughtless' is synonymous with careless, which aligns with the idea of bad errors. 'Bizarre' means strange or unusual, not necessarily bad. 'Minor' contradicts the severity implied by 'egregious.' Therefore, 'flagrant' is the correct choice as it best reflects the meaning of 'egregious' in the context of the sentence.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: third-person singular. The word 'she' in the sentence refers to a singular female person. In grammar, third-person singular is used when referring to someone other than the speaker (first person) or the person being spoken to (second person). Therefore, 'she' indicates the perspective of a singular female individual. Choice A (first-person singular) is incorrect because 'she' is not referring to the person speaking. Choice B (third-person plural) is incorrect because 'she' is singular, not plural. Choice C (second-person plural) is incorrect because 'she' is not addressing a group being spoken to.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The prefix "an-" in medical terminology typically indicates "without." In this case, "anaesthetic" means without sensation. The medication causes a temporary loss of feeling, indicating the absence of sensation. Therefore, the correct answer is A: without. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the meaning of the term anaesthetic in medical usage. "Against" (choice B) would imply opposing sensation, "away" (choice C) would suggest the removal of sensation, and "before" (choice D) does not relate to the concept of sensation in this context.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: sayings. Apothegms are short, wise sayings or maxims that are intended to inspire reflection and discussion. Instructions (A) are detailed directions or orders, not short sayings. Questions (B) are inquiries seeking information or prompting a response, not necessarily wisdom. Lectures (D) are formal presentations or speeches, typically longer and more comprehensive than apothegms. Therefore, C is the correct choice as it aligns best with the definition and purpose of apothegms.