TEAS English Practice Test #3 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?

Accepted Answer

The patient was stable, but the doctor ordered more tests.

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The nurse checked the patient's vitals.

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After reviewing the chart, the doctor made her decision.

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Running late, she skipped breakfast.

Question 2

Which sentence correctly uses "affect" vs. "effect"?

Accepted Answer

The side effects affected her daily routine.

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The medication effected her blood pressure significantly.

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Stress can effect your overall health negatively.

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She tried to affect a change in the hospital policy.

Question 3

What is the function of a thesis statement?

Accepted Answer

To state the main argument or central point of an essay

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To provide evidence for a specific claim

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To summarize all the details of a passage

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To introduce background information about a topic

Question 4

Which word best replaces "big" to make the following sentence more precise: "She felt a big improvement in her energy levels."

Accepted Answer

Significant

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Large

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Wide

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Heavy

Question 5

Which sentence contains a parallel structure error?

Accepted Answer

The plan requires planning, executing, and evaluation.

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She likes to read, to write, and to study.

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He enjoys swimming, running, and cycling.

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They must work hard, stay focused, and be patient.

Question 6

What does the prefix "hyper-" mean in the word "hypertension"?

Accepted Answer

Above or excessive

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Below normal

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Without

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Between