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1. "I would like to go with you; however, I won’t have time." In this sentence, what part of speech is the word "however"?

• A. Preposition
• B. Conjunction
• C. Conjunctive adverb
• D. Subordinating conjunction

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The word "however" in the given sentence functions as a conjunctive adverb. Conjunctive adverbs are used to connect clauses or sentences and show relationships between them. In this case, "however" introduces a contrast between the speaker's desire to go and the lack of time, indicating a shift in the information provided.

2. Based on the contextual usage of this word, what is the most likely meaning of the prefix ante-?

• A. again
• B. good
• C. before
• D. together

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The prefix 'ante-' is commonly used to refer to something that comes before something else in terms of time, order, or position. In the provided sentence, the antechamber is described as a waiting area 'before' guests were allowed into the main hall. This usage indicates that 'ante-' in this context means 'before.' The other choices are incorrect: 'again' implies repetition, 'good' is unrelated, and 'together' does not fit the context of preceding or coming before something else.

3. Which of the following statements about heat engines is true?

• A. Heat engines are the most common type of engine.
• B. Pneumatic and hydraulic motors are both types of electric engines.
• C. The three types of engines are heat engines, electric engines, and pneumatic motors.
• D. Heat engines can be broken down into combustion and non-combustion engines.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The statement that 'Heat engines can be broken down into combustion and non-combustion engines' is correct. Heat engines can indeed be categorized into combustion engines, where fuel combustion occurs, and non-combustion engines, such as steam engines, where heat is applied without combustion. This categorization helps in understanding the different mechanisms and types of heat engines available. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. Choice A is incorrect as heat engines are not the most common type of engine; internal combustion engines are more prevalent. Choice B is incorrect as pneumatic and hydraulic motors are not types of electric engines, but rather different systems that use gas (pneumatic) or liquid (hydraulic) to transmit power. Choice C is incorrect as it lists electric engines, which are not a primary classification of engines like heat engines, but rather a type of engine that uses electricity to operate.

4. Which of the following sentences shows correct word usage?

• A. It's often been said that work is better than rest.
• B. Its often been said that work is better than rest.
• C. It’s often been said that work is better than rest.
• D. Its often been said that work is better than rest.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In this sentence, 'It’s' is the contraction for 'it is,' and 'than' is used correctly for comparisons (e.g., better than). Therefore, sentence C is correct because it uses 'It’s' (it is) and 'than' (for comparison) properly. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Choice A lacks the necessary apostrophe in 'It's' (it is) and incorrectly uses 'then' instead of 'than.' Choice B incorrectly uses 'Its' (possessive form) instead of 'It’s.' Choice D lacks the necessary apostrophe in 'It's' (it is) and incorrectly uses 'then' instead of 'than.'

5. Which of the following sentences correctly uses parallel structure?

• A. She likes hiking, swimming, and to run.
• B. She likes hiking, swimming, and running.
• C. She likes hiking, to swim, and running.
• D. She likes hiking, and she likes swimming and running.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. Parallel structure ensures that items in a series or list are in the same grammatical form. In choice A, 'to run' disrupts the parallel structure since 'hiking' and 'swimming' are gerunds. Choice C similarly breaks the parallelism by using 'to swim' in a different form. Choice D is incorrect because it lacks consistent parallelism, as 'hiking' is not followed by gerunds like 'swimming' and 'running.' Therefore, only choice B maintains proper parallel structure by using gerunds ('hiking,' 'swimming,' and 'running') consistently.

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