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Unfairly, the ____ of the cost has been paid by just a few members of the group. A. Gift B. Brunt C. Choice D. Divestiture - Correct Answer B. Brunt- the burden A. Gift- a present B. Brunt- the burden C. Choice- the option D. Divestiture- the sale of business holdings The committee seemed concerned with long-term plans than with solving _____ immediate problems. A. Apathetic B. Ludicrous C. Classic D. Acute - Correct Answer D. Acute- intense, severe A. Apathetic-Having little or no concern B. Ludicrous-ridiculous C. Classic- severing as a standard or model D. Acute- intense, severe Many ideas that used to be considered outrageous have become part of the ______. A. Mainstream B. Counterculture

C. Article D. Gentry - Correct Answer A. Mainstream- trendy A. Mainstream- trendy B. Counterculture-rejecting trends or norms C. Article- A piece of writing D. Gentry- upper class The public was shocked when it became clear that Dr. Jackson's miraculous claims were in fact ____. A. Inferior B. Laughable C. Bogus D. Jealous - Correct Answer C. Bogus- not true A. Inferior- synthetic, artificial B. Laughable- funny, amusing C. Bogus-not true D. Jealous- resentment After was was declared, the army still needed a couple days to____. A. Mobilize B. Reconstitute C. Adjudicate D. Remonstrate - Correct Answer A. Mobilize- to assemble or marshal A. Mobilize- to assemble or marshal B. Reconstitute- reconstruct C. Adjudicate- to settle or determine

D. Remonstrate- to plead or protest It is _____ of her to assume she will get the job. A. Pessimistic B. Presumptuous C. Cautious D. Chaste - Correct Answer B. Presumptuous- bold, forward A. Pessimistic- Expecting bad things to happen B. Presumptuous- bold, forward C. Cautious- careful D. Chaste- pure His flashy car, huge home, and expensive clothes_____ an air of snobbery. A. Demurred B. Concealed C. Exuded D. Abated - Correct Answer C. Exuded- projected, display A. Demurred- objected B. Concealed- covered up C. Exuded- projected, display D. Abated- reduced The teacher had trouble____her feelings of frustration when students misbehaved. A. Maintaining B. Distorting C. Performing

D. Camouflaging - Correct Answer D. Camouflaging- concealing A. Maintaining- Keeping B. Distorting- deforming C. Performing- acting D. Camouflaging- concealing Pretending a problem doesn't exist won't help the situation; instead, it will only______it. A. Exacerbate B.Antagonize C. Suppress D. Exasperate - Correct Answer A. Exacerbate- increase the intensity of A. Exacerbate- increase the intensity of B. Antagonize- to make hostile C. Suppress- to do away with D. Exasperate- to provoke The technical terminology the professor used____ his inexperienced students. A. Amused B. Deluded C. Befuddled D. Jaded - Correct Answer C. Befuddled- confused A. Amused- entertained B. Deluded- misled C. Befuddled- confused D. Jaded- worn out

Without making a SOUND GEOFFREY CREPT down the stairs. A. sound; Geoffrey crept B. sound, Geoffrey crept C. sound, crept Geoffrey D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer B. sound, Geoffrey crept Introductory clauses should be followed by a comma. Without making a sound is an introductory clause. At 15 - years-old, he shipped as A CABIN BOY, BOUND FOR Ireland. A. a cabin boy; bound B. a cabin boy: bound for C. a cabin boy; bound for D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer D. No change is necessary. At 15 - years-old, he shipped as A CABIN BOY, BOUND FOR Ireland. A and C use the semicolon incorrectly. A semicolon is used when connecting two independent clauses, and bound for Ireland is not an independent clause. The colon in B is also used incorrectly. Therefore, a comma is the correct connector here, and no change is necessary. He knew he would get in trouble for skipping SCHOOL BUT HE DID IT ANYWAY. A. school, he did it anyway. B. school and he did it anyway. C. school; he did it anyway. D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer C. School; he did it anyway. The semicolon correctly separates the two independent clauses. A comma in answer A is not enough to separate two independent clauses. Just the and or the but is not enough to separate two independent clauses. A comma and, comma but is needed.

Gina had exams in the following CLASSES, MATH, HISTORY, AND science. A. classes; math, history, and B. classes: math, history, and C. classes, math, history, and D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer B. classes: math, history, and The colon used when an independent clause( Gina had exams in the following classes) is followed by a list. (math, history, and science). Hector was KNOWN AS "SLIM", BECAUSE if his gaunt appearance. A. known as "Slim," because B. known as "Slim." Because C. known as "Slim" because D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer C. known as "Slim" because No comma is needed before because. She QUICKLY SPED UP to beat the red light. A. quickly B. sped up C. quick sped up D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer B. sped up Sped up means quickly, so quickly is not necessary. It is redundant. Leave out quickly and use only sped up. The doctor's assistant mistakenly overbooked the schedule, AND CAUSING FRUSTRATION ON THE PART OF THE DOCTOR AND THE PATIENTS. A. , causing frustration for the doctor and the patients.

B. therefore causing frustration on the part of the doctor and the patients. C. and causing the effect of frustration for the doctor and the patients. D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer A. , causing frustration for the doctor and the patients. The dependent clause must be preceded by a comma. Comma and is the necessary conjunction when two independent clauses are linked. When the flight attendant announced that no refreshments would be served on the flight, EACH PERSON on board voiced their displeasure. A. all of the passengers B. each one C. every single person D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer A. all of the passengers This is pronoun/antecedent agreement. Switch each person to all of the passengers so their matches the subject. BECAUSE SHE WAS NOT YET 18, she could not purchase a Powerball ticket. A. The unfortunate consequence of her not being 18 was that B. Being that she was not 18 at the time, C. She was not 18 because D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer D. No change is necessary. BECAUSE SHE WAS NOT YET 18, she could not purchase a Powerball ticket. You can start a sentence with because when it is an introductory clause. As you can see, in the sentence above, because she was not yet eighteen, is an introductory clause

followed by a complete sentence, she could not purchase a Powerball ticket. Therefore, no change is necessary. SHE FORGOT HER LIST WHEN TO THE GROCERY STORE; this overnight caused her to forget many of the items she needed. A. Her list was forgotten at home when she went to the grocery store; B. Forgetting her list when she went to the grocery store, C. Because she forgot her list when she went to the grocery store, D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer D. No change is necessary. SHE FORGOT HER LIST WHEN TO THE GROCERY STORE; this overnight caused her to forget many of the items she needed. The semicolon is used correctly in this sentence. It connects two related independent clauses. Therefore, no change is necessary. (1) The subject of whether or not Shakespeare should be studied in high school English classes has caused much debate. (2) On the one side, you have the diehard traditionalists Who insist that learning to appreciate Shakespeare language is the crux of a well rounded Education. (3) however, others will argue that the archaic language used in Shakespeare's works is a source of confusion for students. (4) They also argue that today's students need more practice reading and interpreting the type of text they will be exposed to in a professional setting. (5) With valid arguments on both sides, debate will most likely not be settled anytime soon. What is the best placement for the sentence below? They also point out that because many modern day savings have roots in his works, studying Shakespeare will help students cross the history of our language A. After sentence 4 B. After sentence 2 C. After sentence 5

D. After - Correct Answer B. After sentence 2 The best placement of the above sentence is after this sentence because sentence 2 talks about Shakespearean language (1) Many fear that with the onslaught of standardized testing, our students are not experiencing any joy in school, especially in the primary grades. (2) Seeing as though kids need to learn through play in discovery, there is a good reason for concern. (3) Although teachers would love to encourage experimental Learning by taking their students on field trips, there was a little time in the schedule for such things. (4) Instead, children are stuck in front of a computer screen choosing multiple choice answers for complicated questions. (5) If we want to instill the joy of learning, we must allow more time for play and discovery. What is the best re-write of sentence 2? A. Because research has proven that kids learn through play and discovery, this concern is valid. B. In light of the fact that kids learn through play and discovery, everyone should be concerned. C. Researchers know that children learn via play - Correct Answer A. Because research has proven that kids learn through play and discovery, this concern is valid. You can start a sentence with because when it is an introductory clause. In this case, this sentence is grammatically and stylistically correct. (1) For many beach communities, Spring Break means sold-out hotels, packed beaches, and crowded restaurants and bars. (2) While business owners love the crowds, many residents of these communities don't. (3) The extra traffic, lack of parking, and noisy partiers, annoy those who just want to enjoy a peaceful day soaking up some sun and salt air. (4) However, their complaints usually fall on deaf ears as city officials allow Spring Breakers to take over. (5) It is unlikely that this issue will ever get resolved to everyone's satisfaction. Which of the following is the best title for this piece?

A. Spring Breakers Tell Residents to Take a Hike B. City Officials Refuse to Listen to Beach Residents C. Spring Break Crowds Cause Inconvenience to Residents D. Business Owners Vow to End the Spring Break Madness - Correct Answer C. Spring Break Crowds Cause Inconvenience to Residents This title includes all the main ideas discussed in the passage. (1) Many may think that manatees are only found in Florida. (2) However, Antillean manatees live in the coastal inland waterways of eastern Mexico, Central America, the Greater Antilles, and along the northern and eastern coasts of South America. (3) Florida manatees, although large in size are docile and slow moving creatures that will not harm people. (4) If you ever come across a Florida manatee in the water, there's no reason to be afraid, but remember to keep your hands to yourself. What is the best placement for the sentence below? Touching manatees can alter their behavior in the wild, causing them to lose their fear of boats and humans. A. Before sentence 1 B. Before sentence 4 C. Before sentence 2 D. This sentence is not necessary - Correct Answer B. Before sentence 4 This sentence is an effective transition to the last cautionary sentence. (1) You've probably heard the old adage, "no pain, no gain." (2) It is mostly associated with sports and physical training. (3) Most people wouldn't think this concept has anything to do with learning. (4) Just as you must push yourself physically to improve, you have to

go beyond your limits mentally as part of the learning process. (5) After all, anything worth having is worthy of hard work. Which is the best transition between sentence 3 and 4? A. Well, it does. B. Therefore, you can utilize this concept in learning applications. C. They are wrong. D. However, this idea can easily be applied to learning. - Correct Answer D. However, this idea can easily be applied to learning. This sentence is the best transition because it gives an alternative to sentence 3 Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. While she was out of town on business, a thief broke into her home, stealing her car, her computer, and taking her jewelry. B. Well she was out of town on business, a thief I had broken into her home, stole her car and computer, and took her jewelry. C. While out of town on business, a thief broke into her home, stole her car, computer and her jewelry. D. While she was out of town on business, a thief broke into her home and stole her car, computer and jewelry. - Correct Answer D. While she was out of town on business, a thief broke into her home and stole her car, computer and jewelry. •This list is parallel. The other answer choices are not parallel. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. In danger of depleting their funds, The board of directors decided to settle the lawsuit rather than keep fighting.

B. In danger of depleting its funds, The board of directors decided to settle the lawsuit in lieu of continuing to fight. C. Because their funds were depleted, the board of directors decided to in the lawsuit by stopping the fight. D. The board of directions decided to settle the lawsuit instead of keep fighting since their funds were being depleted. - Correct Answer B. In danger of depleting its funds, The board of directors decided to settle the lawsuit in lieu of continuing to fight. Though it is composed of a group of people, the board of directors is a collective noun that refers to a singular entity. Therefore, its is correct because it is a singular possessive pronoun. Their is incorrect because it is plural possessive pronoun. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. The teammates wore special uniforms in honor of their late coach. B. The teammates were special uniforms in honor of its late coach. C. The teammates have worn special uniforms in honor of their late coach. D. The teammates have worn special uniforms in honor of its late coach. - Correct Answer A. The teammates wore special uniforms in honor of their late coach. Teammates is plural, so their is correct because it is plural possessive pronoun. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. A screw caused pinging sound that was loose in the engine. B. The pinging sound caused by the loose screw in the engine. C. A pinging screw was causing the engine.

D. A loose screw in the engine was causing the pinging sound. - Correct Answer D. A loose screw in the engine was causing the pinging sound. This sentence has the correctly placed modifier. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. She was the one that had the highest GPA in her class, so the girl was chosen to deliver the graduation speech. B. The girl with the highest GPA in the class was therefore chosen to deliver the graduation speech. C. Because she had the highest GPA in her class, the girl was chosen to deliver the graduation speech. D. Since she was chosen to deliver the graduation speech, the girl had the highest GPA in the class. - Correct Answer C. Because she had the highest GPA in her class, the girl was chosen to deliver the graduation speech. Use a comma to link a dependent introductory clause to an independent clause. If the sentence were flipped, no comma would be needed. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. Unaware of the bullying problem at her school, the principal was failing to respond appropriately. B. Unaware of the bullying problem , the principal of the school had appropriately failed to respond. C. Unaware of the bullying problem at her school, the principal failed to respond appropriately. D. Unaware of the bullying problem, the principal failed to respond appropriately at her school. - Correct Answer C. Unaware of the bullying problem at her school, the principal failed to respond appropriately.

Correct comma use and tense agreement. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. The fans at the back of the theater were making too much noise. B. The fans at the back of the theater was making too much noise. C. The fence at the back of the theater makes too much noise. D. The fan at the back of the theater were making too much noise. - Correct Answer A. The fans at the back of the theater were making too much noise. Subject- verb agreement. The fans were making too much noise. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. Everyone on the crowded airplane were annoyed by the little girl running up and down the aisle. B. Everyone crowded on the airplane were annoyed by the little girl running up and down the aisle. C. Everyone on the crowded airplane was annoyed by the little girl running up and down the aisle. D. Everyone crowded on the airplane were being annoyed by the little girl running up and down the aisle. - Correct Answer C. Everyone on the crowded airplane was annoyed by the little girl running up and down the aisle. Subject-verb agreement. Everyone was annoyed. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. Although I am not sure which, either my hard drive or one of my programs are not working properly.

B. Although I am not sure which, either my hard drive or one of my programs is not working properly. C. Either, although I am not sure which, my hard drive or one of my programs is incorrectly working. D. I am not sure which one it is, but either my hard drive or one of my programs are not working properly. - Correct Answer B. Although I am not sure which, either my hard drive or one of my programs is not working properly. Subject-verb agreement. My hard drive is not working. One of my programs is not working. One is singular. Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct. A. The teacher asked the students, who were finished with their test, to choose one of these options, read a book, write a story, or draw a picture. B. The teacher asked the students, that were finished with their test, to choose one of these options; read a book, write a story, or draw a picture. C. The teacher asked the students, that were finished with their test, to choose one of these options: read a book, write a story, or draw a picture. D. The teacher asked for students, who were finished with their test, to choose one of these options: read a book, write a story, or draw a picture. - Correct Answer D. The teacher asked for students, who were finished with their test, to choose one of these options: read a book, write a story, or draw a picture. Colons are used to connect an independent clause with a list. Katherine is a volunteer basketball coach for the local YMCA. She needs to draft a letter that spells out the expectations for the participants and their parents. Which will be the most professional closing line for Katherine's letter?

A. I am looking forward to a great season and want to thank you in advance for your cooperation. B. This will be a great season if everyone cooperates and follows the guidelines set forth in this letter. C. I know that everyone thinks their child is special, but I believe that all the children are special. D. I appreciate your cooperation and would also like to remind you that as a volunteer, I don't get paid. - Correct Answer A. I am looking forward to a great season and want to thank you in advance for your cooperation. This is the most appropriate. It is positive and helpful. Marco is a college student interested in the treasurer position for the local chapter of the nursing Association at his high school. He needs to send an email to the president of the association detailing why he believes he is a good candidate. Which of the following best communicates his strengths? A. I am really into finances, am organized in detail oriented, and will arrive to meetings on time. B. My strong math, organizational, and time management skills make me a good candidate for the position. C. While good math skills are a plus, I believe that my ability to socialize is what the association needs. D. Being involved in extracurricular looks good on a resume so I would like to take on this challenge. - Correct Answer B. My strong math, organizational, and time management skills make me a good candidate for the position. This sentence provides strong, concise reasons why he should be considered for the job is written in a professional manner.

Dr. Perez has decided to let an unreasonable, demeaning patient go because of the way this man treats his staff members. What would be the most diplomatic yet firm way to address this issue in a letter? A. Your demanding, demanding and, quite frankly, immature behavior has left me no choice but to tell you to find another physician. B. I am not going to mince words: you were behaviors and except all cannot cannot be tolerated in my practice, so you'll need to find another physician. C. I regret to inform you that I will no longer be able to serve as your physician and will send your records to your new physician upon request. D. At this time, I had to make this decision to let you go as a patient for fear of losing my staff , many of whom you have a offended and abused. - Correct Answer C. I regret to inform you that I will no longer be able to serve as your physician and will send your records to your new physician upon request. This sentence is direct and professional. Tina is interested in working as a teacher for an elite private school they rarely has openings. She wants to send her resume so it is on file in the event the job does become available. Which would be the best professional opening line for her cover letter? A. I understand that your institution rarely has openings, but I wanted to send you my impressive resume just in case something does pop up. B. While I know you generally only hire people who know current employees, I thought it wouldn't hurt to send my resume along. C. Please consider my extensive list of credentials as you conduct your end-of-the-year evaluation, as I may be a good placement for someone. D. Although I understand that there are no current openings, I would like you to have my resume on file in the event a position arises. - Correct Answer D. Although I understand

that there are no current openings, I would like you to have my resume on file in the event a position arises. This sentence is direct and professional. Ken has been unhappy with his lawn service for quite some time. He needs to give them a 30 day notice to end the contract. Which would be the most positive way to end his letter? A. I appreciate your cooperation as we end our business relationship. B. If you give me a discount, i'll reconsider ending my contract. C. I plan on filing a complaint, with the Better Business Bureau. D. I would never recommend you to anyone I know. - Correct Answer A. I appreciate your cooperation as we end our business relationship. This sentence is professional and straightforward. FTCE General Knowledge English Practice Test 2 - Correct Answer Much to his_______, the student did not get accepted into the college of his choice. A. Revelry B. Chagrin C. Confidence D. Disdain - Correct Answer B. Chagrin- distress/embarrassment

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A. Revelry- lively B. Chagrin- distress/embarrassment C. Confidence- belief in one's abilities D. Disdain- hatred We felt empathy for the disheveled,______homeless man begging for money. A. Tidy B. Unkempt C. Orderly D. Immaculate - Correct Answer B. Unkempt- means the same as disheveled

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A. Tidy- this is antonym for disheveled B. Unkempt- means the same as disheveled C. Orderly- means the same as tidy D. Immaculate- means the same as tidy During freshman orientation, the students were feverishly taking_____notes. A. Copious B. Verbose C. Loquacious

D. Scant - Correct Answer A. Copious- abundant, plentiful

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A. Copious- abundant, plentiful B. Verbose- wordy( used more for speech than writing) C. Loquacious- talkative D. Scant- minimal, negligible The teacher_____the class for its____behavior on the field trip. A. Chastised, unruly B. Commended, unruly C. Chastised, orderly D. Reprimanded, orderly - Correct Answer A. Chastised, unruly- scolded, reprimanded; difficult to control

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A. Chastised, unruly- scolded, reprimanded; difficult to control B. Commended, unruly- praised; difficult to control C. Chastised, orderly- scolded; well behaved D. Reprimanded, orderly- scolded; well behaved As she prepared to move into the dorm, it dawned on her that she had_____too many things.

A. Accounted B. Accredited C. Accumulated D. Accrued - Correct Answer C. Accumulated- acquired an increasing number.

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A. Accounted- considered; regarded B. Accredited- officially recognized or authorized C. Accumulated- acquired an increasing number. D. Accrued- accumulated or collected. This is close in meaning to accumulated, but is more of a technical term for finance The_____professor refused to grade any assignments that did not follow his exact instructions. A. Pompous B. Scrupulous C. Cautious D. Fastidious - Correct Answer D. Fastidious- concerned with accuracy and detail, demanding, nit-picky A. Pompous- arrogant B. Scrupulous- upstanding; principled. In context, fastidious is better choice.

C. Cautious- careful D. Fastidious- concerned with accuracy and detail, demanding, nit-picky ______is not a good quality in a physician. A. Resolution B. Arrogance C. Fortitude D. Empathy - Correct Answer B. Arrogance- behaving and believing that you are better than others

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A. Resolution- Finding a solution to a conflict or problem B. Arrogance- behaving and believing that you are better than others C. Fortitude- mental strength D. Empathy- Sharing someone else's feelings When the ambulance arrived, the_____ patient refused to cooperate. A. Complacent B. Submissive C. Indelible D. Obstinate - Correct Answer D. Obstinate- stubborn

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A. Complacent- satisfied with one's current circumstances. B. Submissive- compliant, obedient C. Indelible- permanent D. Obstinate- stubborn In a world of conflict, she attempted to be____ A. Contentious B. Sanguine C. Conductive D. Intolerant - Correct Answer B. Sanguine- optimistic or positive, especially in a bad situation.

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A. Contentious- likely to cause an argument; controversial B. Sanguine- optimistic or positive, especially in a bad situation. C. Conductive- making a certain outcome likely D. Intolerant- bigoted; narrow-minded After much debate, the council members could not reach a____ at the meeting, forcing them to table the decision. A. Consensus B. Conclusion

C. Cessation D. Concurrence - Correct Answer A. Consensus- agreement.

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A. Consensus- agreement B. Conclusion- end or finish C. Cessation- being brought to an end D. Concurrence- simultaneous occurrence of events or circumstances. Her list of complaints about the apartment was LONG; BAD VIEW, too noisy, ugly carpet, and small kitchen. A. long, bad view, B. long (bad view) C. long: bad view, D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer C. long: bad view, Use a: colon with an independent clause that is followed by a list. NOW THAT HE WAS 18, he thought he didn't need his parents. A. Now that he was 18 B. Now that he was 18; C. Now that he was 18:

D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer D. No change is necessary. STOP! Shouted the frustrated mother. A. " stop!" shouted B. "Stop!", shouted C. "Stop!" Shouted D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer A. " stop!" shouted Dialogue is tricky. When you use an exclamation or a question mark within the quotation marks, no comma or capitalization is needed following the quote. The advisor gave timm a list of the courses he needed for his PROGRAM: MACRO ECONOMICS, BUSINESS LAW, AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING. A. Program- Marco Economic, Business Law, and Financial Accounting B. program: marco economics, business law, and financial accounting. C. program. Macro economics, Business Law, and Financial Accounting. D. No change is necessary. - Correct Answer D. No change is necessary. There are two things being tested here: Use a colon with an independent clause followed by a list. In addition, titles of courses are capitalized. Generic names like math, science, and history, however are not. When he found out he feel the test YET AGAIN HE DECIDED college was not for him. A. yet again; he decided B. yet, again, he decided