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1. Based on vocabulary words you can think of beginning with trans-, what does this prefix mean?

DifferentCarryingAcrossChange

2. The words “extraterrestrial” and “terrain” both have the root word “terra” in common.
What does “terra” mean?

SkyInsideEarthOutside

3. Writing, doing yoga, and _________ were her favorite activities.

volleyballing.making volleyballplaying volleyballdoing volleyball

4. The impoverished shepherds stumbled upon the stele while desperately searching for some lost sheep; they were surprised and puzzled by the bizarre lines and squiggles that covered its face. Which of the following choices best defines the underlined word above?

a sign that indicates directiona large, inscribed stonean item that has been looted from a tombthe side of cliff

5. It is an unfortunate axiom of nationhood that adjacent states are the most likely to serve as foes rather than allies due to competition over natural resources.
Which of the following substitutions best captures the meaning of the underlined word?

sharing ethnicitysharing a languagedistant.touching

6. The words “extraterrestrial” and “terrain” both have the root word “terra” in common.
What does “terra” mean?

SkyInsideEarthOutside

7. TEAS English Language: Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?

Laura reminded her husband that the rent was due, and she looked up their checking account balance online.I sat outside the room.Because there was no time to plan for a party, we decided to cancel my birthday celebrations.Anton needed to get to school, but he first had to stop at the store and pick up some napkins.

8. Which sentence is punctuated correctly below?

We were uncertain about the terrain ahead; and had lost the map.Is there any way that we can meet later.These were the items on the shopping list: eggs, milk, bread, peanut butter, and jelly.Mary had an appointment at 3 p.m.; George had one at 4 p.m.

9. Which sentence is written most clearly?

The dog of his neighbor’s was walked by the boy for an allowance..The boy walked his neighbor’s dog for an allowance.For an allowance, the boy walked the dog of his neighbor’s.His neighbor’s dog was walked for an allowance by the boy.

10. Based on vocabulary words you can think of beginning with trans-, what does this prefix mean?

DifferentAcrossChangeCarrying

11. Which of the following is essential in a concluding statement of an argument?

A contradiction of the argument’s main points to provide fresh perspectives.An unrelated detail that might lighten the audience’s mood after a heated debate.A summary of the issue that reinforces clearly its main points.The introduction of new points that might lead to future arguments.

12. After the lecture had officially ended, the professor surprised his students by defaming the guest speakers he had invited.
Which of the following substitutions creates a more negative connotation of the underlined word?

gently mockingmixing upvilifying.embarrassing

13. Writing, doing yoga, and _________ were her favorite activities.

doing volleyballvolleyballing.playing volleyballmaking volleyball

14. Which sentence is punctuated correctly below?

These were the items on the shopping list: eggs, milk, bread, peanut butter, and jelly.Is there any way that we can meet later.We were uncertain about the terrain ahead; and had lost the map.Mary had an appointment at 3 p.m.; George had one at 4 p.m.

15. Preparing for the vocabulary test was a test of patience and a lot of hard work, but all my studying paid off in the end with my high score.
Which is the most effective way to rewrite the above sentence?

All of my studying paid off, even though studying for my vocabulary test was a test of my patience and a lot of hard work.It took a lot of hard work and patience to study for my vocabulary test, but my high score made it all worth it in the end.In the end, preparing for the vocabulary test was a test of patience and took a lot of hard work, but all my studying paid off in my score.My high score on my vocabulary test proved that all of my studying and hard work were a test for me, but one that paid off.

16. Which of the following choices is NOT an appropriate way to express an opinion in a formal debate?

Energy independence is an important topic that needs to be addressed in a thoughtful, careful manner.There are still a variety of arguments concerning the nature of space-time, and whether Einstein’s theory of relativity is applicable in every natural situation.It is the height of hypocrisy to acknowledge that global warming is a problem and then still tool around in a gas-guzzling car.The study of climate science is an ever-evolving area, but it is important to recognize that the tools being utilized have been tested in other fields.

17. Which of the following words is spelled correctly below?

imbellishfulcurmabbreviateinterum

18. In composing an essay or similar piece, in which sequence should a writer do the following?

Organize details in sequential order, decide how to sequence main points, list all details supporting each main point, narrow topics to a main idea, find which main points support the main ideaNarrow topics to a main idea, find which main points support the main idea, decide how to sequence main points, list all details supporting each main point, organize details in sequential orderList all details supporting each main point, organize details in sequential order, narrow topics to a main idea, find which main points support the main idea, decide how to sequence main pointsDecide how to sequence main points, narrow topics to a main idea, find which main points support the main idea, organize details in sequential order, list all details supporting each main point

19. Which of the following sentences has a complex sentence structure below?

You will have to come back tomorrow since you arrived past the deadline today.You arrived late, which was after the deadline; you must come back tomorrow.You will have to come back tomorrow; you arrived later than the deadline today.You arrived following the deadline today and will have to come back tomorrow.

20. After the lecture had officially ended, the professor surprised his students by defaming the guest speakers he had invited.
Which of the following substitutions creates a more negative connotation of the underlined word?

gently mockingembarrassingmixing upvilifying.

21. Which below sentence is written correctly?

The student who was caught cheating was given detention.The student who was caught cheating, was given detention.The student, who was caught cheating, was given detention.The student; who was caught cheating; was given detention..

22. Amy happily accepted the bouquet of flowers.
What does the adverb in the sentence above refer to?

the type of flowers Amy acceptedwhat happened after Amy accepted the flowershow Amy accepted the flowerswhere Amy was when she accepted the flowers

23. Which of the following is essential in a concluding statement of an argument?

An unrelated detail that might lighten the audience’s mood after a heated debate.A contradiction of the argument’s main points to provide fresh perspectives.A summary of the issue that reinforces clearly its main points.The introduction of new points that might lead to future arguments.

24. Every kid in the neighborhood has _______ own bicycle.

ouritstheirher.

25. Being the type of guy to hold a grudge after a bad breakup, there was no doubt that Max would refuse the invitation to his ex-girlfriend’s wedding.
Which answer choice is the best correction for the following sentence?

Being the type of guy to hold a grudge after a bad breakup, Max refused the invitation to his ex-girlfriend’s wedding.The invitation to his ex-girlfriend’s wedding caused Max to remember that he was the type of guy who holds a grudge.Being the type of guy to hold a grudge after a bad breakup, I didn’t doubt that Max would refuse the invitation to his ex-girlfriend’s wedding.Max refused the invitation to his ex-girlfriend’s wedding.

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