ATI TEAS ELU Test 2

Which of the following words is spelled correctly?

- Hygine

- Higeine

- Hygene

- Hygiene

Hygiene

The oldest gorila became agressive right after his partner passed away, but he's begining to change his behavior since we hired Mr. Peterson.

Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above? Select all that apply.

- Hired

- Gorila

- Partner

- Agressive

- Behavior

- Begining

- Gorila

- Agressive

- Begining

Based on the word structure, "postoperative" means __________ .

- Partial operation

- Before operation

- After operation

- Reverse operation

After operation

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence below?

__________ important to double-check your work before submitting it for review.

- Its

- It's

- Its'

- It

It's

Which of the following sentences is intended for an academic article?

- The research findings demonstrate a statistically significant correlation between the variables, supporting the proposed hypothesis.

- I can't believe how cute that puppy is!

- OMG, I was totally shook when I saw the score of the game last night!

- The revolutionary new product will blow your mind and change your life forever!

The research findings demonstrate a statistically significant correlation between the variables, supporting the proposed hypothesis.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?

- When I was in high school I had too many friends to count.

- Before you eat, your breakfast you need to brush your teeth.

- First create a subheading that elaborates on the heading.

- After lifting weights for two hours, I was extremely tired and sweaty.

After lifting weights for two hours, I was extremely tired and sweaty.

The shadows loomed ominously, whispering secrets of darkness and danger. Every step echoed like a pounding heartbeat, a constant reminder of the lurking threat. The protagonist's breath quickened and senses heightened as they navigated the treacherous maze, unsure of who to trust and what awaited them around the next corner.

Which of the following best describes the tone of the paragraph?

- Determined

- Condescending

- Tense

- Apathetic

Tense

Which of the following demonstrates correct punctuation?

- I am going to buy a brand new-iphone today.

- She wore a pink-sweater with a high collar.

- His computer is state-of the-art with the latest software installed.

- The two-year-old child was eager to explore the playground.

The two-year-old child was eager to explore the playground.

Which of the following is the meaning of the suffix "-ly"?

- This suffix is used to form nouns from verbs, indicating an action, process, or state.

- This suffix is used to form adjectives meaning "capable of" or "able to be.

- This suffix is used to form adverbs from adjectives, indicating manner, frequency, or degree.

- This suffix is used to form adjectives that indicate the absence or lack of something.

This suffix is used to form adverbs from adjectives, indicating manner, frequency, or degree.

The United Arab Emirates ____ located in Western Asia.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

- are

- being

- is

- were

is

Maria went to the store, eats a banana, and picked up her daughter from daycare.

Which of the following sentences corrects the error in the sentence above?

- Maria went to the store, ate a banana, and picked up her daughter from daycare.

- Maria goes to the store, eats a banana, and picked up her daughter from daycare.

- Maria went to the store, ate a banana, and picks up her daughter from daycare.

- Maria goes to the store, ate a banana, and picked up her daughter from daycare.

Maria went to the store, ate a banana, and picked up her daughter from daycare.

She had been born on the ship, and if they didn't find a new planet they could call home soon, she would certainly die there too.

Which of the following is the likely genre for the sentence above?

- Science fiction

- Academic paper

- Newspaper story

- Travel article

Science fiction

Don't wear the red __________ not your color.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

- lipstick it's

- lipstick; it's

- lipstick, it's

- lipstick?. It's

lipstick; it's

Which sentence would be appropriate for a descriptive text about the effects of global warming on our planet?

- I love going to the beach and swimming in the warm ocean waters during the summer.

- The polar ice caps are melting rapidly, leading to rising sea levels and endangering coastal communities.

- The new shopping mall in town offers a wide range of trendy fashion brands and restaurants.

- I enjoy hiking in the mountains and observing the diverse wildlife that inhabits the forests.

The polar ice caps are melting rapidly, leading to rising sea levels and endangering coastal communities.

Which of the following sentences in a research paper should include a citation?

- This paper focuses on the role of the already existing social networks in order to understand the origins of the protests.

- Sidney Tarrow considers the political context a key element to understanding the timing of the protests.

- During the whole summer, the protests in the little Italian region were all over the news.

- Taking into account the Sidney Tarrow's arguments previously exposed, this paper concludes that the political context played a key role in last summer's protests.

Sidney Tarrow considers the political context a key element to understanding the timing of the protests.

Which step of the writing process comes directly after drafting?

- Citing sources

- Revising

- Outlining

- Publishing

Revising

Arrange the following sentences to build an expository paragraph.

- However, coral reefs face threats such as rising sea temperatures, pollution, and overfishing, leading to coral bleaching and degradation.

- They provide habitats for countless marine species and contribute to coastal protection.

- The vibrant colors of coral reefs come from symbiotic relationships between corals and algae.

- Conservation efforts are essential to protect these valuable ecosystems and ensure their long-term survival.

- Coral reefs are diverse and fragile underwater ecosystems formed by coral polyps.

- Coral reefs are diverse and fragile underwater ecosystems formed by coral polyps.

- They provide habitats for countless marine species and contribute to coastal protection.

- The vibrant colors of coral reefs come from symbiotic relationships between corals and algae.

- However, coral reefs face threats such as rising sea temperatures, pollution, and overfishing, leading to coral bleaching and degradation.

- Conservation efforts are essential to protect these valuable ecosystems and ensure their long-term survival.

Sometimes customers complain about the most arbitrary things. This morning a woman filed a complaint because the soap in our bathrooms used to be green, but now it's blue.

Which of the following is the meaning of the word "arbitrary" as used in the sentence above?

- Reasonable

- Random

- Significant

- Illustrious

Random

Punctuate the underlined portion of the sentence below.

Even though we had to pay out of our pockets for the medicine we got it for my mom.

- Even though we had to pay out of our pockets for the medicine, we got it for my mom.

- Even though we had to pay, out of our pockets for the medicine we got it for my mom.

- Even though we had to pay out of our pockets for the medicine we got it, for my mom.

- Even though, we had to pay out of our pockets for the medicine, we got it for my mom.

Even though we had to pay out of our pockets for the medicine, we got it for my mom.

My niece never gets tired of re-reading the Harry Potter books, she must know them by heart now.

Which of the following defines the prefix re- as used in the word "re-reading" in the sentence above?

- Against

- Around

- All

- Again

Again

Children should interact with other children as frequently as possible.

Which of the following defines the prefix "inter-" as used in the word "interact" in the sentence above?

- To act better than

- To act in a reverse way

- To act in opposition to

- To act among

To act among

Based on the two parts of the word "multilingual", which of the following definitions is correct?

- A person who has more than one tongue

- A person who speaks in lingo

- A person who speaks more than one language

- A person who speaks two languages

A person who speaks more than one language

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

- Guillermo wondered why none of his teachers could say his name properly.

- Tomatoes are delicious with just a dash of salt.

- The sun shone on the snow; it was a lovely sight.

- Melissa wanted to go with them, but she really needed to study.

Tomatoes are delicious with just a dash of salt.

This morning, half of the members of the team _______ decided to quit.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

- has

- is

- have

- has been

have

Which of the following is an example of informal language?

- The economic forecast indicates a steady growth rate for the upcoming fiscal year, bolstered by increased consumer spending and favorable market conditions.

- Myra is head over heels for Tia.

- The latest breaking news reveals a significant breakthrough in medical research, offering hope for a potential cure to a widespread disease.

- Bathed in the golden hues of the setting sun, the weary traveler embarked on a journey into the unknown, where secrets whispered by the wind awaited discovery.

Myra is head over heels for Tia.

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

- The dog barked, and the cat ran away.

- Although it was raining, I went for a walk, and I took my umbrella with me.

- I like to read books, and I also enjoy watching movies.

- She studied hard for the test, so she earned a high score.

Although it was raining, I went for a walk, and I took my umbrella with me.

Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?

- "The keys," whispered Tanya, "are on the second shelf by the wall."

- "The book, he exclaimed , is absolutely amazing!"

- "I can't believe," she whispered "how beautiful the sunset is."

- "Scientists hope" said Jailen "that someday a cure for Alzheimer's disease will be discovered"

"The keys," whispered Tanya, "are on the second shelf by the wall."

Which sentence is structured correctly?

- Running down the street, the tree caught my attention.

- Having finished the exam, the paper was submitted to the professor.

- She carefully arranged the flowers in a vase, ensuring each stem was positioned just right.

- Having finished my assignment, the television show was enjoyed.

She carefully arranged the flowers in a vase, ensuring each stem was positioned just right.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?

- I eat waffles and vegan sausage's almost every morning.

- The Lakshmi's invited us over for dinner.

- My sisters boyfriend is from California.

- His brother's feet were muddy from the music festival.

His brother's feet were muddy from the music festival.

Kenny and Larry ____________ in the garden all day yesterday.

Which of the following predicates correctly completes the sentence above?

- were working

- work

- are working

- is working

were working

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?

- She admired the painting, knowing that the artwork was hers'.

- Johns car is parked in the driveway.

- The students' projects were displayed on the bulletin board.

- Sarahs backpack was left behind at the library.

The students' projects were displayed on the bulletin board.

Reptiles are a diverse group of cold-blooded vertebrates that encompass various species. They are characterized by their scaly skin, which provides protection and helps regulate body temperature. Reptiles can be found in different habitats worldwide, ranging from deserts to rainforests, and include animals such as snakes, turtles, and crocodiles.

Which of the following works best as a concluding sentence?

- Their remarkable adaptability and unique characteristics make reptiles one of the most successful and enduring groups of animals on Earth.

- Reptiles have a unique reproductive strategy, as most species lay eggs, which are then incubated either externally or internally.

- Reptiles possess remarkable physical adaptations that contribute to their survival.

- The Komodo dragon, the world's largest lizard, possesses a powerful bite and venomous saliva, making it a formidable predator in its natural habitat.

Their remarkable adaptability and unique characteristics make reptiles one of the most successful and enduring groups of animals on Earth.

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Which of the following is the best topic sentence for this paragraph?

- Figure out a plan for your future.

- Do you need training?

- Invest in yourself today!

- Become a training instructor ASAP.

Invest in yourself today!

The heavy burden of sorrow weighed upon her heart, casting a shadow over her every step. Each passing moment felt like a painful reminder of the loss she had endured. The world around her seemed to have lost its vibrancy, as if drained of color and life. Tears welled up in her eyes, seeking release, as she longed for solace in a sea of grief.

Which of the following is the tone of the passage above?

- Upbeat

- Depressing

- Informal

- Bittersweet

Depressing

Based on the word structure, "leadership" means _____.

- The action or process of leading

- Characterized by leading

- The position or quality of being a leader

- In relation to leading

The position or quality of being a leader

Some of the measures implemented to eradicate the disease could prove counterproductive ____________.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

- (Salgado, 2012)

- Salgado, 2012

- -Salgado, 2012-

- "Salgado, 2012"

(Salgado, 2012)

Which of the following demonstrates correct punctuation?

- I have visited three European countries: France, Spain, and Portugal.

- I have visited three European countries. France, Spain, and Portugal.

- I have visited three European countries which are: France, Spain, and Portugal.

- The three European countries that I have visited are: France, Spain, and Portugal.

I have visited three European countries: France, Spain, and Portugal.