TEAS English Practice Tests

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The poisonous gases were not ___ in the air.

visible

How did scientists analyze data about Vesuvius?

by studying it like a zoologist dissects a specimen

____ have concluded that the volcanic eruption caused a tidal wave.

Meteorologists

Scientists have used ___ water to wash away volcanic ash from the skeletons of victims.

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Sir Francis Drake added wealth to the treasury and diminished Spain's ____.

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The Curies' ____ collaboration helped to unlock the secrets of the atom.

Friendly Signup and view all the answers

Marie had a bright mind and a __ personality.

Lighthearted Signup and view all the answers

When she learned that she could not attend the university in Warsaw, she felt ___.

Annoyed Signup and view all the answers

Marie ___ by leaving Poland and traveling to France to enter the Sorbonne.

Challenged authority Signup and view all the answers

_____ she remembered their joy together.

Dejectedly Signup and view all the answers

Her ____ began to fade when she returned to the Sorbonne to succeed her husband.

Wretchedness Signup and view all the answers

Even though she became fatally ill from working with radium, Marie Curie was never ___.

Disappointed Signup and view all the answers

Herculaneum and its harbor were buried under ___ lava.

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Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'It will take all of your energy and will to be able to walk again.'

Energy Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'The works of many great poets have been placed on reserve.'

Reserve Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'The Brooklyn Bridge was opened in 1883.'

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Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'Sparta and Athens were enemies during the Peloponnesian War.'

War Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'Sharks and lampreys are not true fish because their skeletons are made of cartilage rather than bone.'

Bone Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'Joe, have you met your new boss?'

Boss Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'Sue's parents tried living in the North, but they could not adapt to the cold.'

North Signup and view all the answers

Please select the answer choice that identifies the noun in the sentence: 'Mastering basic mathematics is an important goal for younger students.'

Students Signup and view all the answers

The sixteenth century was an age of great ___ exploration.

land Signup and view all the answers

Magellan lost the favor of the king of Portugal when he became involved in a political ___.

entanglement Signup and view all the answers

The Pope divided New World lands between Spain and Portugal according to their location on one side or the other of an imaginary geographical line 50 degrees west of Greenwich that extends in a ___ direction.

north and south Signup and view all the answers

One of Magellan's ships explored the ___ of South America for a passage across the continent.

physical features Signup and view all the answers

Four of the ships sought a passage along a southern ___.

body of land with water on three sides Signup and view all the answers

The passage was found near 50 degrees S of ___.

the equator Signup and view all the answers

In the spring of 1521, the ships crossed the ___ now called the International Date Line.

imaginary circle passing through the poles Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Comma Practice and Sentence Correction

Correct nuance in comma usage impacts clarity and grammatical accuracy.
Sentences can be analyzed for errors, with common mistakes including misplaced commas and punctuation.
Key errors identified include the use of commas with names, incorrect separation of clauses, improper conjunctions, and misplaced modifiers.

Specific Corrections and Definitions

No Error Examples:
- "Silent Night" was written by two men from the village of Oberndorf, Austria.
- After the death of Blackbeard, piracy disappeared from the American colonies.
Common Error Corrections:
- "This fishing pole Nathan, has seen better days" corrects to "This fishing pole, Nathan, has seen better days" due to misplaced commas.
- "My cousin has moved to 56 Central Street Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882" corrects to "My cousin has moved to 56 Central Street, Narragansett, Rhode Island, 02882" to better reflect proper address formatting.

Multiple Choice Questions on Grammar

Many questions test the ability to identify proper verb forms, such as distinguishing between "lie" and "lay."
Notable corrections involve clarity in pronouns, verb tense consistency, and correct punctuation in titles and direct speech.

Verb Usage and Sentence Structure

Sentences often require adjustments for verb agreement and tense, as seen in phrases like "the circumstantial evidence were conclusive," where "were" should be "was."
Understanding nuances in verb forms like "to have" vs. "to find" is crucial for precise communication.

Capitalization and Punctuation

Specific examples highlight errors in capitalization: "graduation from high school" should capitalize "High School" when referring to a specific institution.
Understanding context shifts in punctuation, like commas for separating clauses, enhances written communication.

Contextual Historical Reflection

Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese noble, proposed to serve Spain after falling from favor with the king of Portugal.
The geopolitical implications of the papal decree of 1493 shaped exploration and colonial claims in the New World.

Magellan aimed to prove the East Indies fell under Spanish authority by circumnavigating the globe, signifying the ambitious nature of explorations during the sixteenth century.
His expedition marked significant advancements in navigation and a broader understanding of global geography.

Literary and Language Skills Development

Understanding complex literary structures propels language skills, particularly in reading comprehension, complex sentence analysis, and grammatical mastery.
Engaging with diverse sentence structures enhances critical thinking in composition.

Importance of Clarity in Writing

Effective communication emphasizes correct grammar usage, appropriate punctuation, and adherence to stylistic conventions for clarity and persuasion, crucial for academic and professional success.### Magellan's Expedition
Magellan set sail from Spain on September 20, 1519, with five ships.
One ship sank while exploring the South American topography for a water route.
The remaining four ships discovered the passage near 50°S latitude, named the Strait of All Saints (now Strait of Magellan).
One ship returned to Spain, reducing the crew who first viewed the Pacific Ocean.
After 98 days at sea, the surviving crew crossed what is known as the International Date Line in spring 1521.
Many crew members faced starvation and disease during the Pacific crossing.
Magellan was killed in a tribal conflict in the Philippines, leaving only one ship and 17 sailors to complete the voyage.

Significance of the Voyage

The expedition proved the Earth is round, contradicting beliefs of a precipice at the edge.
Led by Basque navigator Elcano after Magellan's death, the expedition returned to Spain.

Context of Exploration

The sixteenth century was characterized by extensive land and marine exploration.
A papal decree in 1493 divided the New World lands between Spain and Portugal based on a longitude line.
Magellan aimed to assert that the East Indies belonged to Spain.

Marie Curie's Contributions

Curie and her husband Pierre discovered radium, crucial for cancer treatment.
Marie Curie was born in 1867 in Warsaw and showed early academic promise.
She fled to France for education at the Sorbonne, earning degrees in physics.
Marie and Pierre married in 1895 and collaborated on scientific research.
Pierre died in a tragic accident in 1906, which deeply affected Marie.

Achievements and Legacy

Marie became the first woman professor at the Sorbonne after Pierre's death.
In 1911, she received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for isolating radium.
Curie's long exposure to radium ultimately led to her fatal illness, but she remained committed to her scientific work.

Personal Attributes

Marie Curie was noted for her brilliant mind and lighthearted personality.
She faced significant challenges, including raising two daughters alone while maintaining her careers in science.### Marie Curie
Marie Curie was the first woman to hold a professorship at the Sorbonne, a prestigious university in France.
She won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1911 for isolating radium, a key element in cancer treatment.
Curie faced a fatal illness due to prolonged exposure to radium, yet remained committed to her scientific pursuits.
Born in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland, Curie demonstrated exceptional intelligence early in life.
She left Poland to attend the Sorbonne in 1891 after the Warsaw university denied women admission.
Curie earned her master's degree and doctorate in physics, studying alongside renowned scientists.
Married Pierre Curie in 1895, they collaborated on groundbreaking research in radioactivity and discovered radium.
Pierre Curie's tragic death in 1906 from a wagon accident deeply affected Marie, especially as a single mother of two daughters.
Her sorrow began to lessen when appointed to her husband’s professorship at the Sorbonne.
Despite her health issues, Curie's passion for science and discovery remained unshaken throughout her life.

Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius is a volcano located between the ancient towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, known for destructive eruptions.
The most significant eruption occurred in A.D. 79 after centuries of inactivity, with minimal warning signs.
The eruption buried Herculaneum in molten rock, while Pompeii was overwhelmed by ash and gas.
Sparks from the ignited ash set fire to buildings in Pompeii, causing widespread destruction.
Sulphuric gases released during the eruption were deadly, sinking to the ground and suffocating inhabitants.
Excavations have provided insights into the volcano's behavior and its geological impact on the region.
Important changes included rerouting the Sarno River and elevating the coastal beach levels along the Bay of Naples.
Additionally, it is believed that the eruption triggered a significant tidal wave affecting global climatic conditions.
Archaeologists studied the preserved skeletons of victims to understand their lives and dietary habits.
Discoveries included classical artifacts, enhancing the understanding of cultural history during that period.
Modern volcanologists use data from past eruptions to predict future activity, aiding in disaster prevention.

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