English and Language Usage TEAS

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: 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: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the title "Where the Red Fern Grows" is properly enclosed in double quotation marks. Titles of books, movies, poems, and other standalone works are typically enclosed in quotation marks. In this case, the title is correctly punctuated with quotation marks at the beginning and end. Choice B is incorrect because the titles of movies like "The Great Gatsby" and "Titanic" should be italicized or underlined, not enclosed in quotation marks. Choice C is incorrect because the title of the poem "Daddy" should be enclosed in quotation marks, not followed by a comma. Choice D is incorrect because the publication name "The New York Times" should be italicized or underlined, not enclosed in quotation marks.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Rationale for Correct Answer (D): 1. The language in the passage suggests the writer focuses on creative expression and storytelling. 2. Descriptive and imaginative language is used, indicative of a literary style. 3. Lack of technical or scientific terms implies a focus on artistic expression over factual accuracy. 4. The tone and themes align more closely with literature than business, research, or academic writing. Summary of Incorrect Choices: A: The passage does not contain typical business language or jargon. B: The lack of scientific terms or methodology in the passage does not support a research context. C: The absence of academic references or formal structure does not indicate a student writing a draft.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: "The weather will affect our plans." 'Affect' is a verb that means to influence or have an impact on something. In this sentence, the weather will influence or impact our plans. Choice A uses 'effect' as a noun, which is incorrect. Choice C incorrectly uses 'affect' as a noun instead of a verb. Choice D uses 'effect' as a noun, not a verb. Therefore, choice B is the only sentence that uses 'affect' correctly as a verb in the context provided.