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: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Around, surrounding. The prefix "circum-" means around or surrounding. In the words circumference, circumnavigate, and circumstance, this prefix indicates the concept of around or surrounding. Circumference refers to the distance around a circle, circumnavigate means to travel around, and circumstance refers to the conditions surrounding a situation. The other choices are incorrect because B (Travel, transport), C (Size, measurement), and D (Area, location) do not accurately reflect the shared meaning conveyed by the prefix "circum-".

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, "Let's eat, Grandma!" This sentence correctly uses a comma to indicate a pause after the imperative phrase "Let's eat." The comma is necessary to clarify that "Grandma" is not the object of the action. Choice A lacks a comma, potentially changing the meaning. Choices C and D contain incorrect comma placements that disrupt the intended meaning.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The most appropriate topic sentence for the passage is A: "The Civil War was a war that was not easily won, but hard fought." This is because the passage discusses the challenges faced during the Civil War, emphasizing the struggle and effort put forth by both sides. - Choice B is incorrect as it simply states a fact about when the Civil War ended, but does not capture the essence of the passage. - Choice C is incorrect as it introduces a specific detail about Jefferson Davis that is not the main focus of the passage. - Choice D is incorrect as it broadens the scope to civil wars in general, which is not the main topic discussed in the passage about the American Civil War.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Question mark. In this context, the speaker is asking a question, seeking confirmation about receiving a postcard. A question mark is used to indicate an interrogative sentence, making it the appropriate punctuation mark. A period (A) would imply a statement rather than a question. A colon (B) is used to introduce a list or explanation, not suitable for a direct question. An exclamation mark (D) would be inappropriate as the sentence is not expressing excitement or strong emotion.