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"The top-secret blueprints were for an intergalactic spaceship." Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix "inter-" as used in the sentence above?

A. Past

B. Among

C. Into

D. Below

Answer Explanation:

The prefix "inter-" in this context indicates a sense of "among" or "between."

It implies that the intergalactic spaceship exists or operates between different galaxies or within the realm of multiple galaxies.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Language

  • Q #1: According to the prefix "pre-", which of the following words defines "preliminary"?

    A. Introductory

    B. Anticipatory

    C. Concluding

    D. Repeating

    Answer Explanation

    Preliminary is what comes first and hence best shows the introductory parts.

  • Q #2: Which of the following sentences is the most formal in style?

    A. I want to gain experience with your company, so I'm applying to be an intern.

    B. I'm applying to be an intern to gain experience with your company.

    C. I'd like to apply for this internship in order to gain experience as a part of your company.

    D. I am applying to this internship to gain experience with your company.

    Answer Explanation

    The statement used in D is more correct as it explains the connection between the action in the sentence and the resulting outcome.
    It also applies expanded form of sentences making it more formal.

  • Q #3: Surely, he thought, I can't trust this enticing yet dubious offer, although I could use the opportunity more than I'd like to admit. Which of the following parts of speech is the word "although"?

    A. Participle

    B. Conjunction

    C. Adverb

    D. Interjection

    Answer Explanation

    Although means 'in spite of something'. it is a subordinating conjunctions. This means that the clause which they introduce is a subordinate clause, which needs a main clause to make it complete