Free HESI A2 Grammar practice for HESI A2 Grammar Version 4 (HESI A2). Answer 40 nursing exam-style questions with rationales, exam mode, and progress tracking
In which sentence is the word fast used as an adverb?
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Explanation:
In sentence D, 'fast' is used as an adverb to describe how the cars moved, indicating speed. An adverb modifies a verb and usually ends in -ly, but 'fast' is an irregular adverb that does not require an -ly ending. In this context, 'fast' answers the question of how the cars moved on the overpass.
What is the CORRECT CONTRACTION for 'will not'?
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The correct contraction for 'will not' is 'won't.' The apostrophe replaces the missing letters 'il' in 'will' and 'no' in 'not,' forming the contraction 'won't.' Contractions are commonly used in informal writing and speech to make language more concise and natural. 'Willn't' and 'wouldn't' are contractions for 'will not' and 'would not,' respectively, but 'won't' is the correct contraction for 'will not.'
Which of the following sentences is grammatically incorrect?
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In this question, we are looking for the sentence that is grammatically incorrect. The correct answer is B, 'He performed good on the test.' The word 'good' is an adjective, but in this context, we need an adverb to describe how he performed. The correct form is 'well,' which is an adverb describing the verb 'performed.' Therefore, the sentence should be 'He performed well on the test.' Choices A, C, and D are all grammatically correct sentences.
In the following sentence, which is the dependent clause? We played a game while we waited, and then we had dinner
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Explanation:
A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence. In the sentence 'While we waited,' 'While we waited' is the dependent clause as it relies on the rest of the sentence for context and meaning. The other choices, 'We played,' 'Then we had dinner,' and 'A game,' are independent clauses that can stand alone as complete sentences.
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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Explanation:
The only grammatically correct sentence among the options is sentence A, 'Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?' This sentence is correctly structured and does not contain any grammatical errors. Options B, C, and D contain errors related to the usage of 'further' and 'farther.' 'Further' is used to refer to something figurative or metaphorical, while 'farther' is used for physical distances. Therefore, sentences B, C, and D have incorrect usage of 'further' or 'farther,' making them grammatically incorrect. In sentence B, 'farther' should be used as it refers to a physical distance. Likewise, in sentences C and D, 'further' should be replaced with 'farther' to indicate a physical distance. Understanding the distinction between 'further' and 'farther' is essential for using these words correctly in written and spoken English.
Everyone thought that was the easiest test of the whole course.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'B - Easiest.' In this sentence, the superlative form 'easiest' should be used to compare the test to others in the course. 'Most easiest' (Choice A) and 'Most easy' (Choice D) are incorrect as 'easiest' is already the superlative form of 'easy.' 'Easy' (Choice C) is a comparative form and does not accurately describe the test in comparison to others. Therefore, 'Easiest' is the most suitable choice in this context.
Select the best word for the blank in the following sentence: He thought it was ___ than 3 miles to the hospital.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'Less'. In the sentence, the comparison is made with an uncountable noun (miles), so 'less' is the appropriate term to use. 'Further' indicates a greater distance, 'Fewer' is reserved for countable items, and 'Bigger' describes size, none of which correctly fit the context of the sentence.
Which of the following is a direct object (affected by the verb) in the sentence 'The nurse helped the patient with the medication'?
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Explanation:
In this sentence, the nurse is the subject, 'helped' is the verb, and the patient is the direct object. The direct object receives the action of the verb. In this case, the patient is directly affected by the action of being helped. Identifying the direct object involves asking 'who' or 'what' is being affected by the action of the verb. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Patient'.
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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Explanation:
The correct sentence structure should have the subject performing the action. In choice A, 'the students' is the subject watching the action 'the snow begin to fall,' which is grammatically correct. Choices B and C have errors in subject-verb agreement and clarity. Choice B implies that the snow is performing the action of falling on the students, which is awkward and lacks clarity. Choice C lacks a clear subject for the action of snow falling. Choice D uses 'fell' instead of 'fall,' which is incorrect in this context. Therefore, option A is the grammatically correct sentence.
The student sang well, but she danced ____?
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Explanation:
In this sentence, 'danced' requires an adverb to describe how the action was performed. The adverb 'badly' is the correct form to describe the quality of dancing, not the adjective 'bad.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Badly.' Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and in this case, 'badly' is used to describe how the student danced, making it the appropriate choice.
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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Explanation:
The correct answer is A: 'I wanted ice cream; he wanted cake.' This sentence is correctly punctuated with a semicolon to separate two independent clauses. A semicolon is used to join two closely related independent clauses without a conjunction. Choices B and C lack the necessary punctuation or have incorrect punctuation. Choice D introduces a conjunction 'but' which requires a comma before it to separate the two independent clauses.
The pack of wolves is running through the forest.
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Explanation:
In this sentence, 'pack' is the subject, which is a singular noun. When a singular noun is the subject, the correct verb form to use is singular as well. Therefore, 'is' is the appropriate verb choice to maintain subject-verb agreement. It matches with the singular subject 'pack,' making the sentence grammatically correct. Hence, 'is' is the correct form of the verb in this sentence.
Which word in the following sentence is grammatically incorrect? Dr. Jones, whom all the patients like, plays the piano well.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'A: Whom'. In formal English, 'whom' is used as an object pronoun. In the given sentence, 'whom' should be used instead of 'who' as it is referring to the object of the verb 'like'. Therefore, 'whom' is the grammatically correct choice.
Select the sentence that is grammatically correct.
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The correct answer is B: 'The nurse spoke to my sister and me about our mother's condition.' In this sentence, 'me' is used as the object of the preposition 'to.' When referring to oneself along with others, 'me' should be used instead of 'I.' Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they incorrectly use 'I' instead of the correct 'me,' making them grammatically incorrect.
Select the word or phrase in the sentence that is not used correctly: The data confirms that the patient is suffering from extreme anxiety, and a tranquilizing medication is immediately required.
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Explanation:
The word 'confirms' is not used correctly in the sentence. 'Confirms' should be followed by 'that' to link the subject 'data' with the verb 'confirms.' The corrected sentence should read: 'The data confirms that the patient is suffering from extreme anxiety, and a tranquilizing medication is immediately required.' This change ensures proper grammar and sentence structure.
Select the best word for the blank in the following sentence: I will ___ that chart to the patient's room later today.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'B: Take.' In this context, 'take' is the most appropriate choice as it indicates moving something to another location. The sentence implies that the person will transfer the chart to the patient's room, which aligns with the meaning of 'take' when referring to moving objects from one place to another.
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
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Explanation:
The correct answer is D. This sentence is grammatically correct as it uses the conjunction 'because' to connect two clauses properly. 'Because the patient could walk' is a dependent clause, and 'he was allowed to leave his room' is an independent clause. Option A is incorrect because it lacks a conjunction to connect the two subjects correctly. Option B is a sentence fragment without a main clause. Option C is incorrect due to the misuse of commas to separate the subjects; it should use 'and' to list the subjects properly. Therefore, Option D is the only grammatically correct sentence among the choices.
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct? (misplaced modifier)
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Explanation:
In sentence A, the modifier 'torn' correctly describes the shirt that was lying on the floor. This sentence structure places the modifier next to the noun it is describing, following the correct order in English grammar. In sentences B, C, and D, the modifier 'torn' is misplaced, leading to awkward or incorrect phrasing. Remember that in English, modifiers should be placed close to the words they are describing to ensure clarity and correct sentence structure.
What word is used incorrectly in this sentence: The six students in the class discussed the test results among themselves?
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The correct answer is 'C: Among.' The word 'between' should be used instead of 'among' when discussing the relationship or distribution between two distinct groups or individuals. In this context, 'between themselves' should be used to indicate that the discussion was limited to the six students in the class.
The student ______ for the final exam.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'B: Was studying.' This choice correctly uses the past progressive tense 'was studying,' indicating that the student was engaged in studying for the final exam at a specific point in the past. Choices A, C, and D have errors in verb tense or structure, making them grammatically incorrect. 'Didn't study' (choice A) is in the simple past tense, 'Hardly studied' (choice C) uses an adverb modifying 'studied,' and 'Would have studied' (choice D) is in the conditional perfect tense, none of which are suitable for the context of the sentence.
Arrange the following four words in alphabetical order.
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Explanation:
The correct alphabetical order is 'Assemble, assembled, assembling, assembly.' When alphabetizing words, you compare the first letters of each word. In this case, 'Assemble' comes first, followed by 'assembled,' 'assembling,' and 'assembly.' Therefore, option A is the correct arrangement.
What is the appropriate salutation for this address?
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Explanation:
A salutation is a formal greeting used before a person's name or title. In this case, 'Mr.' is the correct salutation to use before addressing someone. Salutations like 'Mr.,' 'Ms.,' 'Mrs.,' or 'Dr.' are commonly used before a person's name to show respect and formality.
Most children must learn for ....................... the importance of good manners.
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Explanation:
In this sentence, 'children' is a plural noun, so the correct pronoun to use is 'themselves.' The reflexive pronoun 'themselves' refers back to the plural subject 'children' and indicates that the action of learning is being done by the children themselves. Therefore, the correct choice is 'D: Themselves.' Using 'themselves' ensures subject-verb agreement and maintains the correct pronoun-antecedent relationship in the sentence.
She went to the party ...................... her dislike for the host.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'In spite of.' This phrase is used to indicate that she attended the party despite her dislike for the host. 'Despite of' in choice A is incorrect as 'of' should not follow 'despite.' 'Even though' in choice B is not the best fit in this context as it is used to introduce a contrast or concession rather than explaining an action. 'Although' in choice C is also not the most suitable choice here as it is used to introduce a clause expressing a contrast. Therefore, 'In spite of' in choice D correctly conveys the intended meaning that she went to the party despite her dislike for the host.
During the fight, I was hit on the...
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Explanation:
The correct preposition to use in this context is 'on.' Therefore, the correct phrase is 'hit on the head.' When referring to a part of the body after being hit, it is customary to use the definite article 'the' before the body part. In this case, 'the head' is the correct phrase. Combining these rules, the complete and correct sentence is 'During the fight, I was hit on the head.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'A.'
Which word is NOT CORRECT?
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Explanation:
The word 'Her's' is incorrect in the sentence. The possessive form of 'her' should be written as 'hers' without an apostrophe. The sentence should read, 'The student did not recognize which backpack was hers.' Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.
He tried to remember the names of all the people who were there that night.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'B' because 'that' is used to introduce a defining clause that specifies which people he was trying to remember. In this context, 'that' is more appropriate than 'whom,' 'which,' or 'whose' as it refers to the specific people present that night. 'That' is commonly used to introduce restrictive or defining clauses, helping to identify a specific group or subset within a larger group. In this sentence, 'that night' serves as a defining characteristic, and 'that' connects the relative clause to the main clause effectively. While 'whom' refers to the object of a sentence, 'which' is used for non-restrictive clauses, and 'whose' indicates possession, none of these options are suitable replacements for 'that' in this context.
If I were you, I'd leave now.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'A: Were.' This sentence is a conditional statement in the subjunctive mood, indicating a hypothetical situation. The correct form for the second person singular in the subjunctive mood is 'were.' Therefore, the correct structure should be 'If I were you, I'd leave now.' The use of 'is,' 'be,' or 'was' would be grammatically incorrect in this context.
The phrase 'You can't judge a book by its cover' is an old adage. Complete the phrase: 'You can't judge a book by ______.'
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'C: Its cover.' The original phrase is 'You can't judge a book by its cover,' meaning that appearances can be deceiving, and one should not judge something solely based on its outward appearance. In this case, the possessive pronoun 'its' refers to the cover of the book, not 'it's,' which is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has.' Therefore, the corrected choice 'Its cover' is the appropriate completion of the phrase.
Which word is NOT USED CORRECTLY in the sentence below?
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Explanation:
The word 'ain't' is a colloquial term and is considered informal. To improve the sentence's formality, 'ain't' should be replaced with 'isn't.' The corrected sentence would be: 'It sure isn't going to rain during the next playoff.' 'During,' 'sure,' and 'playoff' are all used correctly in the context of the sentence. In formal writing or speech, it is recommended to avoid using 'ain't' as it is considered nonstandard English.
The client's hospital stay was prolonged due to a superinfection.
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Explanation:
The phrase 'due to' is correct in this context, indicating the cause or reason for the client's prolonged hospital stay. 'Due to' is the appropriate choice to convey this cause-effect relationship. In this sentence, 'due to' correctly connects the reason (superinfection) to the outcome (prolonged hospital stay). Therefore, the correct answer is A.
I am looking forward to ............ my birthday party next week.
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Explanation:
In this sentence, the phrase 'looking forward to' is followed by a gerund, which is a verb form that functions as a noun. The correct choice is 'Having' because it transforms the verb 'have' into a noun, indicating the action of anticipating the birthday party. Therefore, the correct form to use in this sentence is 'Having.' This construction is commonly used after 'looking forward to' as it indicates anticipation of an event or activity.
Coffee experts feel that the best coffee blend is a dark blend.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is 'C: Best.' In this sentence, the superlative form 'best' should be used to describe the highest quality coffee blend. 'More great' in choice A is incorrect because 'great' already implies superiority. 'Great' in choice B is not the superlative form needed in this context. 'Greatest' in choice D is not the appropriate choice as 'best' is the superlative form of 'good' and 'great'. Therefore, 'best' is the most suitable choice to convey the idea that the dark blend is of the highest quality among all coffee blends.
The doctor made an error with the medication, so the doctor.............. notes about it in the patient's file.
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Explanation:
The correct answer is D. In the sentence, the doctor 'made' notes about the error in the patient's file. 'Made' is the appropriate verb to indicate that the doctor created or wrote down the notes. Choices A, B, and C do not fit grammatically or contextually in the given sentence. It is essential to choose the correct verb that aligns with the action performed, and in this case, 'made' is the most suitable option.
Finishing quickly isn't as important as answering correctly.
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Explanation:
In this sentence, 'quickly' functions as an adverb modifying the verb 'finishing.' Adverbs are used to describe how an action is performed. Here, the focus is on how the finishing is done, not on the quality of being quick. Therefore, the correct choice is 'quickly.' Adjectives describe nouns, whereas adverbs describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. In this case, 'quickly' is used to describe how the action of finishing is being carried out, making it the appropriate choice.
Which sentence is GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT?
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Explanation:
The correct sentence is Choice A, 'A lot of people enjoy baseball movies.' 'A lot' means a large number or many, and in this context, it is used correctly to describe the number of people who enjoy baseball movies. Choices B, C, and D contain errors in the use of 'alot' or 'allot,' which are incorrect spellings. 'Alot' is not a recognized word in standard English, and 'allot' means to distribute or assign something, neither of which fits the context of the sentences in Choices B, C, and D.
Which of the following sentences is GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT?
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Explanation:
The correct answer is D. In this sentence, 'smell sweetly' is the correct adverb usage to describe how the air will smell due to the scented candles. The other options contain grammar errors or inconsistencies that make them incorrect. Option A has a pronoun agreement error ('their' should be 'his or her'). Option B and C are grammatically correct but do not represent the best choice according to the question's instructions.
Which word is NOT USED CORRECTLY in the sentence: They're going to the mall to pick up their uniforms for their coach?
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Explanation:
The word 'there' in the sentence is used incorrectly. 'There' should be 'their' to indicate possession. 'There' refers to a place or location, while 'their' shows ownership. In this sentence, 'their' is correctly used to indicate that the uniforms belong to the individuals. Therefore, 'There' is the word that is not used correctly in the sentence.
After throwing their sleeping bags into the backseat of their car, they...................more than 400 miles to reach their destination.
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Explanation:
In this sentence, the correct form is 'drove' as it is the simple past tense of the verb 'drive.' The action of driving more than 400 miles occurred after they threw their sleeping bags into the backseat. 'Driving' (choice A) is in the present participle form and does not fit the context. 'Having driven' (choice B) is in the present perfect tense, which is not suitable based on the sequence of events. 'Had driven' (choice D) is incorrect due to the incorrect use of 'had' with the past tense form of the verb. Therefore, the correct answer is 'C: Drove.'
Place the four words in alphabetical order.
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Explanation:
When arranging the words in alphabetical order, 'Assemble' comes first, followed by 'assembled,' 'assembling,' and then 'assembly.' Therefore, the correct order is 'Assemble, assembled, assembling, assembly,' which corresponds to choice A.
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