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Which of the following is a compound sentence?

A. I don’t like to run or swim

B. He ran, but she ran faster

C. He will not run today

D. Swimming is extremely fun

Answer Explanation:

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Language

  • Q #1: Which of the following tasks is appropriate during the final stage of the writing process?    

    A. Checking for punctuation errors

    B. Establishing a clear claim

    C. Providing logical transitions

    D. Supporting the main argument

    Answer Explanation

    One should check for punctuation errors to ensure no grammar errors in their writing.

  • Q #2: Everyone knew Sam was ---------------- to helping animals because of his volunteer work at the animal shelter

    A. Committed

    B. Comited

    C. Comitted

    D. Commited

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #3: Which of the following sentences does not belong in a paragraph about caring for newly hatched chickens?  

    A. Giving the chicks medicated or non-medicated food is a controversial choice that you should make after speaking to your supplier of feed store personnel

    B. Eggs should be collected daily from a mature hen to ensure the eggs are not fertilized

    C. Set the hatching area temperature to 950F, reducing it by 50 each week after the chicks arrive.

    D. Make sure the chicks have plenty of clean water in shallow containers, giving them sugar water on their first day for a boost of energy

    Answer Explanation

    The sentence is talking about eggs while the question is asking about taking take of newly hatched chickens.

  • Q #4: The fact that she lied to her best friend weighed heavily on her--------.

    A. Concience

    B. Consceince

    C. Consciense

    D. Conscience

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #5: Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?    

    A. The young man exclaimed, “Wow, what fun we had today?!

    B. The young man yelled, “Oh what a wonderful day to go see the seals’.”

    C. The young man said, “It’s a nice day to take a walk in the park.”

    D. The young man asked, “Have you read the “Hobbit”?

    Answer Explanation

    It follows all the rules of punctuation compared to the rest.

  • Q #6: Which of the following statements about a paragraph’s concluding sentence is true?  

    A. It gives information that opposes the topic sentence

    B. It summarizes the paragraph’s main point

    C. It gives supporting details for the topic sentence

    D. It summarizes the essay’s main point

    Answer Explanation

    A paraghraph’s concluding sentence should summarizes a paragraph’s main point.

  • Q #7: Which of the following is true about a strong academic thesis?

    A. It reflects the opinions of most people

    B. It directly states the argument

    C. A reasonable argument cannot be made against it

    D. It is a viewpoint endorsed by one’s professor

    Answer Explanation

    Academic thesis directly states the argument.

  • Q #8: According to the prefix “mal-,” which of the following phrases best defines “malformed”?

    A. Formed within

    B. Partially formed

    C. Formed under

    D. Badly formed

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #9: Knitting is my favorite hobby. I feel such a sense of accomplishment when I finish a sweater or a pair of socks. A ball of wool holds so much potential and is also a sustainable resource. The repetition of stitch after the stitch is so relaxing. Researchers say it can have the same benefits as meditation. There are other health benefits of knitting too. The craft can slow cognitive decline and improve symptoms of arthritis. I started knitting when I was in college and liked to knit during class. Knitting is a very portable hobby. It helped me pay attention to lectures. If you’re looking for a fun hobby, perhaps you should give knitting a try. Which of the following sentences does not fit with the rest of the paragraph above?  

    A. The repetition of stitch after stitch is so relax

    B. There are other health benefits of knitting too

    C. A ball of wool holds so much potential, and is also a sustainable resource

    D. It helps me pay attention during lectures

    Answer Explanation

    The sentence is out of topic while the rest of the sentences are talking about the benefits of stitching and how important it is to her.

  • Q #10: In the word “circumnavigation,” the Latin prefix “circum” means to move in which of the following directions?  

    A. Forward

    B. Up

    C. Around

    D. Sideways

    Answer Explanation