ATI TEAS · English and Language Usage · 13 questions
English and Language Usage practice questions
Every question below is free to read with its full rationale. For timed sets, the rest of the bank and progress tracking on English and Language Usage, practise in the app.
- 1Which of the following sentences follows the rules of punctuation and capitalization?Answer →
- 2Which of the following sentences incorrectly follows the rules of capitalization?Answer →
- 3Which of the following sentences regarding thesis statements in the writing process is correct?Answer →
- 4Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?Answer →
- 5Which of the following sentences contains formal language for use in an academic paper?Answer →
- 6Which of the following sentences does not belong in a paragraph about caring for newly hatched chickens?Answer →
- 7Which of the following sentences does not fit with the rest of the paragraph above? [Passage: Knitting is my favorite hobby. I feel such a sense of accomplishment when I finish a sweater or a pair of socks. A ball of wool holds so much potential and is also a sustainable resource. The repetition of stitch after the stitch is so relaxing. Researchers say it can have the same benefits as meditation. There are other health benefits of knitting too. The craft can slow cognitive decline and improve symptoms of arthritis. I started knitting when I was in college and liked to knit during class. Knitting is a very portable hobby. It helped me pay attention to lectures. If you're looking for a fun hobby, perhaps you should give knitting a try.]Answer →
- 8Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct grammar?Answer →
- 9Which one of the following sentences contains a dangling modifier?Answer →
- 10Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?Answer →
- 11"I had to wrack my brain and plum the depths of my resources to overcome the foul consequences of my previous vice." Which of the following homophones should be used to correct the sentence above?Answer →
- 12Which of the following sentences is likely to be found in a descriptive passage about a county fair?Answer →
- 13Numerous studies have confirmed that a brisk walk 30 minutes each day is an adequate exercise for most healthy adults. Two of the most beneficial aspects are increased metabolism and joint flexibility. Equally important, however, are the mental benefits. A daily walk provides a chance to decompress from the stresses of the work day. A change of scenery and fresh air can brighten your mood. Which of the following sentences would be the best topic sentence for the paragraph?Answer →