ATI TEAS English

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because it includes a contraction ("I'm"), which is typically seen in informal language. In formal contexts, contractions are avoided for a more professional tone. Choice B uses formal language by stating "non-negotiable," which is a professional term. Choice C is also formal by using the term "must meet," indicating a requirement. Choice D is formal as well, using technical language like "time period" and "extremely significant."

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because learning to take good notes does not directly relate to hands-on learning. Hands-on learning involves physical engagement and direct interaction with materials or activities. Choices A, B, and D all describe hands-on activities that promote physical development and skills acquisition. Taking good notes, on the other hand, is a cognitive skill that does not involve physical manipulation or interaction with objects. Therefore, C does not support the thesis about the importance of hands-on learning in early education.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because the sentence correctly uses double quotation marks for the dialogue spoken by Grady. The dialogue itself is enclosed within double quotation marks, while the entire sentence is enclosed within single quotation marks. This is the standard convention for punctuating dialogue in writing. Incorrect choices: A: Incorrect use of single and double quotation marks. The entire sentence should be enclosed in single quotation marks, not double. B: Missing quotation marks around the dialogue spoken by Grady. Dialogue should be enclosed in quotation marks. D: The entire sentence should be enclosed in single quotation marks, not double.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: "All of the board members are in agreement on the issue." This sentence demonstrates subject-verb agreement because the plural subject "board members" correctly takes the plural verb "are." In contrast, choices B, C, and D have subject-verb agreement errors. In choice B, the singular subject "Each" should be paired with the singular verb "was," not "were." In choice C, the singular subject "Neither" should be paired with the singular verb "is," not "are." In choice D, the singular subject "Any" should be paired with the singular verb "is," not "are." Overall, choice A is the only sentence that maintains consistent subject-verb agreement.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because it correctly capitalizes the first word of the sentence ("Last") and the proper nouns "Niagara Falls" and "New York." Proper nouns like names of specific places should always be capitalized. Choices A, B, and D have errors such as missing capitalization of "New York" or inconsistent capitalization of proper nouns. Proper capitalization is essential for clarity and correctness in writing.