TEAS English Language Usage: Vocabulary Acquisition (Quiz 2) Welcome to your TEAS Practice Quizzes. Note: We designed Two (2) sets of practice quizzes for this Domain. Each set has 30 questions. TEAS English Language Usage (quiz 2): Vocabulary Acquisition. (30 questions) Please click NEXT to start your Free TEAS Practice Quizzes right away. Best of Luck! 1. The patient’s MRI revealed a massive subdural hemorrhage. Which of the following defines the prefix “sub-” as used in the word subdural in the sentence above? under more beyond above None 2. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “micro-”? large small smell see None 3. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “auto-”? self move go together None 4. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “poly-”? more some most many None 5. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “inter-”? among within between inside None 6. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “pre-”? first before during after None 7. Which of the following is the meaning of the prefix “super-”? many below under above None 8. Which of the following is the meaning of the suffix “-genesis”? Made of The production of To cause to be In addition None 9. Which of the following is the meaning of the suffix “-phobe”? One who loves One who fears Filled with love To fear greatly None 10. Which of the following is the meaning of the suffix “-ic”? Characteristic of Belonging to State or quality of One who None 11. A patient was diagnosed with tachycardia because his heart rate was more than 100 beats per minute. Which of the following defines the suffix “-cardia” as used in the word tachycardia in the sentence above? Head Brain Heart Lungs None 12. I am looking for a good filter to purify our drinking water. Which of the following defines the suffix “-ify” as used in the word purify in the sentence above? To indicate To use To make To pour None 13. A low lymphocyte, or white blood cell, count often causes damage to the autoimmune system. Which of the following defines the suffix “-cyte” as used in the word lymphocyte in the sentence above? Atom Contagious Cell Surface None 14. My mother has suffered from hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) since she was very young. Which of the following defines the suffix “-emia” as used in the word hypoglycemia in the sentence above? Presence in the blood Level of sugar Lowest level of Presence in the nervous system None 15. Based on an examination of the word parts, which of the following means “the process of examining the colon”? colectomy colonoscopy colitis semicolon None 16. Using your knowledge of word parts, which of the following means “bone disease”? osteoporosis halitosis ossify fossilize None 17. Using your knowledge of word parts, which of the following means “characterized by low heat levels”? hyperthermic hypothermic hypotension hypertension None 18. Using your knowledge of word parts, which of the following means “one who studies the heart”? cardiologist cartographer cardiogram cardiology None 19. Using your knowledge of word parts, which of the following means “characterized by diseased behaviors toward society”? psychopathic sociopathic sociopathology psychopathology None 20. My father suffered from hypertension all of his adult life until he had a fatal heart attack at 48. Based on your analysis of word parts, what is the meaning of the word “hypertension” in the sentence? high blood pressure low blood sugar level low blood pressure high blood sugar level None 21. I have trouble hearing the television, so next week I have an appointment with an audiologist. Based on your analysis of word parts, what is the meaning of the word “audiologist” in the sentence? one who fears sound the science/study of sound one who loves sound one who studies sound None 22. Good periodontal care is essential to healthy gums. Based on your analysis of word parts, what is the meaning of the word “periodontal” in the sentence? relating to the area above the teeth relating to the area under the teeth relating to the area next to the teeth relating to the area around the teeth None 23. Claire thought she could get away with her deceptive antics, but little did she know, Gina would seek retribution. Which of the following best defines the word retribution based on its use in the sentence? Legal action Friendship Revenge Advice None 24. The administration encouraged teachers to provide students with tasks that challenged their cognitive skills rather than simple tasks of repetition. Which of the following is an antonym for the word cognitive as it is used in the sentence? Vocal Critical thinking Memorization Physical None 25. Moriah was privy to the surprise party and knew she couldn’t let the cat out of the bag to Heather. Which of the following is an antonym for the word privy as it is used in the sentence? Knowing Included Surprised Unaware None 26. The elaborate architecture of the cathedral inspired architects of later generations to incorporate even more detail into their designs. Which of the following is an antonym for the word elaborate as it is used in the sentence? Colorful Complex Bright Simple None 27. Angela found it extremely morbid that Daisy had written her husband’s obituary years before he passed away. Which of the following is an antonym for the word morbid as it is used in the sentence? Pleasant Encouraging Disturbing Gruesome None 28. Though the Blues viewed the Bruins as formidable opponents because of their previous battles, they developed a game plan to ensure they wouldn’t lose again. Which of the following is an antonym for the word formidable as it is used in the sentence? Skilled Impressive Unworthy Weak None 29. Too much screen time can be detrimental to children’s development, so parents may want to consider limiting the exposure to electronics throughout the day. Which of the following is an antonym for the word detrimental as it is used in the sentence? Harmful Unhealthy Toxic Beneficial None 30. George attempted to gain leverage in his race for mayor by discussing the improvements he planned to bring to town. Which of the following is a synonym for the word leverage as it is used in the sentence? Weight Negativity Time Momentum None 1 out of 30 Time is Up! Time's up
