Parts of Speech
Identify a word’s grammatical function in its sentence.
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TEAS 7 Exam Prep
English & Language Usage Study Guide
Use language accurately and revise writing for meaning, audience and clarity. Start with a lesson and review the key ideas. Use lesson questions when available.
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Conventions of standard English
9 lessons on this pageSubject-Verb Agreement
Match verbs to their subjects, including phrases that can distract from the subject.
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Open lesson →Punctuation
Use punctuation to express sentence structure and meaning.
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Open lesson →Sentence Structure
Recognize clauses, sentence types, fragments, and run-ons.
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Open lesson →Spelling Rules
Apply spelling patterns and check common exceptions.
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Open lesson →Capitalization Rules
Apply capitalization conventions to names, titles, and sentences.
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Open lesson →Other Punctuation: Hyphens, Dashes, Parentheses & Ellipses
Choose semicolons, colons, apostrophes, and other marks for the intended meaning.
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Open lesson →Phrases and Verbals
Distinguish phrases, clauses, and verbals by their grammatical roles.
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Open lesson →Verb Tense and Mood
Maintain clear time relationships and choose appropriate verb forms.
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Open lesson →Knowledge of language
4 lessons on this pageCommonly Confused Words
Choose commonly confused words by meaning and grammatical function.
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Open lesson →Adjectives, Adverbs, and Comparisons
Choose modifiers and comparisons that fit the sentence.
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Open lesson →Sentence Clarity and Modifiers
Correct misplaced modifiers and ambiguity without changing the intended meaning.
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Open lesson →Paragraph Organization
Organize a paragraph around a clear focus with logical supporting ideas.
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Open lesson →Writing & vocabulary
5 lessons on this pageContext Clues and Vocabulary
Use context to determine word meaning and choose precise language.
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Open lesson →Word Parts & Contextual Meaning
Use roots, prefixes, and suffixes together with context.
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Open lesson →Writing Process, Audience & Attribution
Revise for purpose and audience, and attribute quotations and paraphrases accurately.
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Open lesson →Connotation and Denotation
Distinguish literal meanings from associations and tone.
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Open lesson →Figurative Language
Interpret figurative language using the surrounding context.
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Open lesson →Review & optional reference
2 lessons on this pageEnglish Revision & Practice Strategies
Apply meaning-preserving revision strategies and review errors deliberately.
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Open lesson →Medical Word Parts: Optional Reference
Optional reference: apply word-part reasoning to medical vocabulary.
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Open lesson →Free English & Language Usage Practice Questions With Answers
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Question 1
Which sentence uses subject–verb agreement correctly?
- The stack of folders are on the desk.
- The stack of folders is on the desk.
- The stack of folders were on the desk.
- The stack of folders be on the desk.
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Answer: The stack of folders is on the desk.
Why: The singular subject is “stack,” not “folders.” The singular present-tense verb “is” agrees with it.
Question 2
Which revision combines these sentences correctly? “Maya reviewed her notes. She then completed the practice set.”
- Maya reviewed her notes, she then completed the practice set.
- Maya reviewed her notes and then completed the practice set.
- Maya reviewed her notes she then completed the practice set.
- Maya reviewed her notes, and then.
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Answer: Maya reviewed her notes and then completed the practice set.
Why: The two actions share the subject “Maya” and are joined by “and.” The other choices contain a comma splice, a fused sentence, or an incomplete thought.
Question 3
What does the prefix “re-” mean in the word “reread”?
- Before
- Against
- Again
- Without
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Answer: Again
Why: To reread is to read again. The prefix adds the idea of repeating the action.