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Which of the following sentences is likely to be found in a descriptive passage about a county fair?

A. On Friday evening, join us for the parade through downtown, ending at the fairgrounds

B. The Ferris wheel rose high above the midway, illuminating the night sky

C. There were more than 25 entries in the livestock competition

D. I think the county fair should encourage more people to enter its baking and gardening

Answer Explanation:

It describes a virtual image of the Ferris wheel, which is a common feature of county fairs.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Language

  • Q #1: 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 #2: 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

  • Q #3: Which of the following options best completes the sentence below? The responsibilities of a class president are extensive; __________________, she should not become so involved that she neglects her studies.

    A. Therefore

    B. Indeed

    C. However

    D. Especially

    Answer Explanation

    Choice C: "However"

    The sentence suggests a contrast or contradiction between the extensive responsibilities of a class president and the need not to neglect her studies. "However" is a transitional word that effectively introduces this contrast or counterpoint, making it the most suitable choice to complete the sentence.

  • Q #4: 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

  • Q #5: Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

    A. The handle was lose and could of fallen off at any moment..

    B. The handle was loose and could of fallen off at any moment.

    C. The handle was lose and could have fallen off at any moment.

    D. The handle was loose and could have fallen off at any moment.

    Answer Explanation

    Choice A: "lose" is incorrect; it should be "loose," which means not firmly or tightly fixed in place. Additionally, "could of" is incorrect; it should be "could have."

    Choice B: "could of" is incorrect; it should be "could have."

    Choice C: "lose" is incorrect; it should be "loose," and "could of" is incorrect; it should be "could have."

    Choice D: This sentence is grammatically correct. "loose" is the correct spelling, and "could have" is the proper form when expressing possibility.

  • Q #6: 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 #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: Which of the following sentences is likely to be found in a descriptive passage about a county fair?

    A. On Friday evening, join us for the parade through downtown, ending at the fairgrounds

    B. The Ferris wheel rose high above the midway, illuminating the night sky

    C. There were more than 25 entries in the livestock competition

    D. I think the county fair should encourage more people to enter its baking and gardening

    Answer Explanation

    It describes a virtual image of the Ferris wheel, which is a common feature of county fairs.

  • Q #9: Based upon the affixes, which of the following words could be defined as “the study of humans”?

    A. Anthropomorphism

    B. Philanthropy

    C. Anthropology

    D. Biology

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #10: Which of the following is a complete sentence?  

    A. When I was young and loved going for runs in the park.

    B. I walked all three dogs around the park this morning.

    C. Running through the park before breakfast

    D. Walking with a limp as a result of the thorn

    Answer Explanation

    It contains all three components of a sentence which is noun, subject and the object.