English and Language Usage TEAS

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because it uses non-restrictive commas correctly to provide additional, non-essential information about the runaway truck. The phrase "which had been parked on a steep hill" is additional information that can be omitted without changing the essential meaning of the sentence. Choices B and D use restrictive "which" clauses without commas, which implies the information is necessary for identifying the truck. Choice C incorrectly uses commas as if the information is essential when it is not. Therefore, A is the right choice for proper punctuation.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Research the citation style of that particular journal and follow it. This is the best approach because different academic journals may have specific guidelines for citation styles to maintain consistency and adhere to their publishing standards. By researching and following the specific citation style of the journal, authors demonstrate professionalism, respect for the journal's requirements, and enhance the chances of acceptance for publication. Choice A is incorrect because selecting a citation style based on personal preference may not align with the journal's requirements. Choice C is incorrect as it emphasizes author preference over adherence to journal guidelines. Choice D is incorrect as it assumes that using a consistent personal citation style is always appropriate, which may not be the case for journal submissions.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because it consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction ("and then"). This structure meets the criteria for a compound sentence, where two independent clauses are connected to create a complete thought. The other choices do not meet this criteria. A is a simple sentence with a compound predicate, B is a complex sentence with a dependent clause, and D is a complex sentence with a compound predicate.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: The Man Who Knew Too Much. "Who" in this title is a pronoun that refers to the man. A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. In this case, "who" replaces the noun "man." The other choices (A, B, C) do not include any pronouns. "Rear Window," "North by Northwest," and "The Trouble with Harry" do not contain any pronouns and are all movie titles that consist of only nouns and prepositions. The key is to identify the word that replaces a noun to determine the presence of a pronoun.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because it consists of two independent clauses connected by the coordinating conjunction "so." This conjunction indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between the two clauses, making it a compound sentence. The other choices either do not have two independent clauses or do not have a coordinating conjunction connecting them, making them simple or complex sentences.