TEAS English & Language Test 1

Question 1

In the past week, there ___________ hundreds of requests for our new product!

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

A.was
B. are
C. have been
D. has been

Answer 1

C. have been

Question 2

Which of the following options is a complete sentence?

A. Starting my first day of work.
B. To start my first day of work on Tuesday.
C. When I start my first day of work on Tuesday.
D. I am starting my first day of work on Tuesday.

Answer 2

D. I am starting my first day of work on Tuesday.

Question 3

The doctor has an excellent bedside manner. The doctor speaks comfortingly. The doctor examines her patients with gentle care.

Which of the following sentences correctly restates the passage?

A. The doctor has an excellent bedside manner because she always speaks to patients comfortingly and examines them with gentle care.
B. The doctor has an excellent bedside manner, the doctor speaks comfortingly, the doctor examines her patients with gentle care.
C. The doctor examines her patients with gentle care because she has an excellent bedside manner and speaks comfortingly to patients.
D. The doctor speaks comfortingly because she examines her patients with gentle care and has an excellent bedside manner.

Answer 3

A. The doctor has an excellent bedside manner because she always speaks to patients comfortingly and examines them with gentle care.

Question 4

Based on the two parts of the word “polychromatic,” which of the following definitions is correct?

A. Shape with multiple sides
B. Many colored
C. Possessing levels
D. Having limited knowledge

Answer 4

B. Many colored

Question 5

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of “oculist”?

A. A textbook on the topic of bones
B. A doctor who specializes in bones
C. A textbook on the topic of eyes
D. A doctor who specializes in eyes

Answer 5

D. A doctor who specializes in eyes

Question 6

Malik is writing a research paper for class. He knows what he wants his paper to include and begins formulating it into sentences and paragraphs. Which of the following elements of the writing process is Malik performing?

A. Writing a draft
B. Referencing sources
C. Writing a revision
D. Preparing an outline

Answer 6

A. Writing a draft

Question 7

Whether you enjoy physical activities like surfing and volleyball or just enjoy relaxing in the sun, a beach vacation ______ the ideal trip.

Which of the following correctly completes the sentence above?

A. were
B. had been
C. is
D. be

Answer 7

C. is

Question 8

Which of the following sentences would most likely be found in a letter to a close family member?

A. I am anticipating our Wednesday meeting vigorously.
B. I have a meeting with you scheduled for Wednesday.
C. I can’t wait to see you next Wednesday.
D. We are to meet on Wednesday, December 18.

Answer 8

C. I can’t wait to see you next Wednesday.

Question 9

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

A. According to Dr. Ibez in her Eating Right, “Those looking to reduce their fat intake should consider drinking almond milk instead of cow’s milk.”
B. While it may not result in impressive musculature, cardiovascular exercise is integral to good health.
C. People often adjust their diets, but it is always best to consult a dietician before making any radical changes.
D. According to a study from last year, “Probiotic supplements may correct bacterial imbalances in the gut.”

Answer 9

D. According to a study from last year, “Probiotic supplements may correct bacterial imbalances in the gut.”

Question 10

The committee scheduled __________ next meeting for Thursday.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

A. it’s
B. its
C. their
D. they’re

Answer 10

B. its

Question 11

Hi! I’m writing to find out when the current project is due. I’m just a wee bit behind and want to make sure I’m not late because I know it wouldn’t exactly thrill the buyer! Please get back to me as soon as possible. Thanks!

Which of the following is the most likely audience for this passage?

A. A friend at a company
B. The president of a company
C. The vice president of a company
D. The client of a company

Answer 11

A. A friend at a company

Question 12

When exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, the pigment melanin defends the skin against those damaging rays. The result is a suntan, and the pigment disperses heat and absorbs ultraviolet light. However, too much exposure to ultraviolet rays can overwhelm the skin, which leads to a sunburn. A sunburn causes redness, possible blistering, and a terrible burning sensation that may take some time to fade.

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

A. Ultraviolet rays do not generate enough energy to ionize atoms, so they are not ionizing radiation.
B. If you are considering going sunbathing, you should use a high-SPF sunblock.
C. I once got a really bad sunburn, and it was one of the most painful things I ever had to suffer through.
D. When spending time out in the sun, one should be careful not to soak up so much to cause a painful sunburn.

Answer 12

D. When spending time out in the sun, one should be careful not to soak up so much to cause a painful sunburn.

Question 13

It wasn’t until the mid-twentieth century that the health community began to question the negative effects of smoking tobaco.

Which of the following words is misspelled in the sentence above?

A. mid-twentieth
B. community
C. effects
D. tobaco

Answer 13

D. tobaco

Question 14

The members of our medical team ________ promoting health awareness initiatives all week long.

Which of the following verbs correctly completes the sentence above?

A. is
B. were
C. was
D. are

Answer 14

D. are

Question 15

With ______ are you going to the movies?

Which of the following pronouns correctly completes the sentence above?

A. which
B. who
C. whom
D. that

Answer 15

C. whom

Question 16

Much like other living things, plants need to ingest nutrients to survive. Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom. While plant food is readily available at many stores that sell our green friends, it can also be mixed up at home with a few common household items. One teaspoon of baking soda helps prevent mildew, and a teaspoon of Epsom salt provides much needed magnesium and sulfur. Although it has a reputation for being harsh, a half-teaspoon of household ammonia provides plants with nitrogen. Dilute these ingredients in a gallon of water for perfect, homemade plant food.

Which of the following sentences does not belong in a well-organized paragraph?

A. “Much like other living things, plants need to ingest nutrients to survive.”
B. “Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom.”
C. “While plant food is readily available at many stores that sell our green friends, it can also be mixed up at home with a few common household items.”
D. “One teaspoon of baking soda helps prevent mildew, and a teaspoon of Epsom salt provides much needed magnesium and sulfur.”

Answer 16

B. “Such other things that need nutrients to survive include human beings and other members of the animal kingdom.”

Question 17

The patient suffered from hyperthyroidism.

Which of the following defines the prefix hyper- as used in the word “hyperthyroidism” in the sentence above?

A. Excessive or beyond
B. Low or under
C. The same
D. Different

Answer 17

A. Excessive or beyond

Question 18

There is an empty bed in room ________ is now available for the next patient.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

A. 109, it
B. 109: it
C. 109 it
D. 109; it

Answer 18

D. 109; it

Question 19

___________ are key ingredients of an authentic frittata.

Which of the following words correctly completes the sentence above?

A. Potatos
B. Potato’s
C. Potatoes
D. Potatoes’

Answer 19

C. Potatoes

Question 20

Some people have trouble acclimating to a vegan diet, but others take to it __________.

Which of the following options is the appropriate spelling of the word that completes the sentence above?

A. enthusiasticaly
B. enthusiasticly
C. enthusiastically
D. enthusiasticlly

Answer 20

C. enthusiastically

Question 21

During which part of the writing process should the writer generate sentences non-stop during a set period of time?

A. brainstorming
B. freewriting
C. revising
D. outlining

Answer 21

B. freewriting

Question 22

Doctors need certain diagnostic equipment on ____________ pulse oximeter, glucometer, alcohol wipes, etc.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

A. hand; a stethoscope,
B. hand, a stethoscope,
C. hand: a stethoscope,
D. hand a stethoscope,

Answer 22

C. hand: a stethoscope,

Question 23

If you need my ___________ you have to do is ask for my help.

Which of the following options correctly completes the sentence above?

A. assistance, all
B. assistance; all
C. assistance: all
D. assistance all

Answer 23

A. assistance, all

Question 24

Which of the following sentences is structured correctly?

A. Before running home from school.
B. Gareth writes stories elegantly.
C. Felice; will not be arriving today.
D. My son is doing so well, he got an A on his test!

Answer 24

B. Gareth writes stories elegantly.

Question 25

During which part of the writing process should the writer collect information about all the sources they will include in a bibliography?

A. researching
B. editing
C. drafting
D. proofreading

Answer 25

A. researching

Question 26

Which of the following sentences would most likely belong in an article in a science journal?

A. One of the primary purposes of biomedical research is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a particular medical intervention.
B. Biomedical research ain’t just about studying abnormalities; it also involves research on normal functions.
C. Did you know that some biomedical researchers compare and contrast the ways particular physiological systems function during different developmental phases?
D. The study of the human genome is among the glorious areas of inquiry those ingenious Einsteins known as biomedical researchers investigate with grand intensity.

Answer 26

A. One of the primary purposes of biomedical research is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a particular medical intervention.

Question 27

Which of the following sentences is structured correctly? Select all that apply.

A. Although my husband likes tomatoes I can’t stand them.
B. Be sure to, before you go outside, put on a warm coat.
C. My mechanic, who I’ve been using for the past four years, is very professional.
D. I love chocolate it is by far my favorite flavor.
E. People who always interrupt me when I’m speaking really get on my nerves!

Answer 27

C. My mechanic, who I’ve been using for the past four years, is very professional.

E. People who always interrupt me when I’m speaking really get on my nerves!

Question 28

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of “pulmonary”?

A. Beginning in the esophagus
B. Dependent on the heart
C. Coming from the kidneys
D. Related to the lungs

Answer 28

D. Related to the lungs

Question 29

Based on the way the word is structured, which of the following is the meaning of “interstellar”?

A. On a planet
B. Near the sun
C. Between the stars
D. In a galaxy

Answer 29

C. Between the stars

Question 30

Since I am anticapating the arrival of a package today, but I am scheduled to be elsewhere for most of the day, I would greatly apreciate it if you could except the delivery when it arrives.

Which of the following words are spelled incorrectly in the sentence above? Select all that apply.

A. anticapating
B. scheduled
C. apreciate
D. except
E. delivery

Answer 30

A. anticapating

C. apreciate

D. except

Question 31

Which of the following sentences would likely be found in a newspaper article?

A. Today’s election for politicians will have a tremendous impact on the state.
B. The Earth-shatteringly consequential nature of this election is not lost on the marvelously concerned voters of fair Marshall County.
C. Voters are lined up for several blocks outside of Eleanor Roosevelt High School.
D. The school has been a great big polling location for the past three decades.

Answer 31

C. Voters are lined up for several blocks outside of Eleanor Roosevelt High School.