English and Language Usage TEAS

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because it uses correct spelling throughout the sentence. "Discipline" and "perseverance" are spelled correctly in choice D. Choice A has a typographical error with "perseverance" misspelled as "perseverence." Choice B is a duplicate of choice A, so it also contains the same misspelling. Choice C has multiple misspellings with "disiplin" and "perservearance," making it incorrect. Therefore, choice D is the only option that maintains correct spelling, making it the correct answer.

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: 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: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Now. This is because the word "ubiquitous" is used in contrast to the past when automobiles were rare. By understanding the contrast between the past and present indicated by the word "now," the student can infer that ubiquitous means something that is widespread or prevalent. The other choices do not provide the necessary context clue to decipher the meaning of the word. "Ago" only refers to the past, "cars" is just a subject mentioned in the sentence, and "rare" describes the past status of automobiles but does not directly relate to the current prevalence of cars.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because it correctly uses a comma after "cooked" to separate the introductory dependent clause "I cooked." This comma is essential in indicating the separation between the introductory clause and the independent clause that follows. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they either use a comma incorrectly within the sentence or place a comma where it is not needed, disrupting the flow and clarity of the sentence.