English and Language Usage TEAS

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the use of dashes between "hammers, saws, chisels" correctly sets off the list of tools within the sentence. The dashes act as a stronger separator compared to commas, making the list more visually distinct. Choice B uses a colon, which is typically used to introduce a list or explanation, not to separate items within a list. Choice C lacks any punctuation to separate the list items, resulting in confusion. Choice D uses a semicolon, which is not appropriate for separating items in a list.

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: 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.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is "C: But." The conjunction "but" is used to show contrast or contradiction between two clauses. In this sentence, the speaker's routine of taking a walk every day after breakfast is interrupted by the rainy weather today, creating a contrast between the usual behavior and the current situation. A: "While" implies a simultaneous action, which does not fit the context of the sentence. B: "Because" indicates causality, suggesting that the rainy weather is the reason for taking a walk, which is not the intended meaning. D: "When" is a time-related conjunction that does not effectively convey the contrast in this sentence.

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.