TEAS Test English Questions

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because it contains a main clause "Raina stopped to watch the sunset" and a dependent clause "Before finishing her walk home." The dependent clause adds context to the main clause, making it a complex sentence. The other choices either lack a dependent clause (A, C) or have multiple independent clauses without proper punctuation (D).

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: "Jorge assigned the class some math problems." In this sentence, "the class" is the indirect object that receives the action of the verb "assigned." An indirect object typically answers the question "to whom" or "for whom" the action is done. In this case, Jorge assigned the math problems to the class. The other choices do not contain an indirect object. Choice A has a prepositional phrase ("to the grocery store") but no indirect object. Choice B has a direct object ("the magazine") but no indirect object. Choice D has a prepositional phrase ("to the movie") but no indirect object.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Conjunction. "Although" is a subordinating conjunction that connects two clauses, indicating a contrast or concession. In the sentence provided, it connects the clauses expressing the character's thoughts about the offer. It introduces a dependent clause ('Although I could use the opportunity more than I'd like to admit') that contrasts with the main clause ('Surely, he thought, I can't trust this enticing yet dubious offer'). Other choices are incorrect because: A: Adverb - Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. "Although" does not modify any of these in the sentence. B: Preposition - Prepositions typically show relationships between nouns and pronouns. "Although" does not show such a relationship in this context. D: Adjective - Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns, providing more information about them. "Although" does not function as an adjective in the sentence.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Rationale for Correct Answer (C): Choice C is correct because it uses double quotation marks for direct speech, which is the standard punctuation rule in English grammar. Single quotation marks should only be used within double quotation marks. The sentence follows proper punctuation rules for reporting someone's speech. Summary of Incorrect Choices: - Choice A incorrectly uses single quotation marks for direct speech. - Choice B correctly uses double quotation marks but lacks proper reporting verb. - Choice D incorrectly uses single quotation marks for direct speech and lacks proper reporting verb.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because it presents a clear and arguable statement that summarizes the main point of an essay. It includes two main ideas (Abel Tasman as the first European to see New Zealand and James Cook for mapping it) which sets up the direction of the essay. Choices B, C, and D are not thesis statements as they either lack the argumentative nature (B and D) or fail to encompass multiple main ideas (C).