Preposition ATI TEAS Version 7 Practice Questions
Prepositions,
Subject-Verb Agreement, Denotation/Connotation, and Verb Tense
Prepositions
(Questions 1–10)
1.
The patient's recovery depends largely ______ the consistency of their
medication schedule.
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) for
Answer: B) on
Reason: The phrasal verb is "depends on," meaning to be
contingent upon.
2.
The new nurse practitioner is very different ______ her predecessor.
A) than
B) to
C) from
D) with
Answer: C) from
Reason: The correct idiom is "different from" (though
"different than" is sometimes used, "from" is the standard
and safest choice for the TEAS).
3.
The lab results are consistent ______ the initial diagnosis.
A) to
B) with
C) for
D) by
Answer: B) with
Reason: The correct idiom is "consistent with," meaning
in agreement with.
4.
The physician was angry ______ the nurse for forgetting to chart the
medication.
A) at
B) with
C) to
D) on
Answer: B) with
Reason: We use "angry with" a person and "angry
at" a situation or thing. The nurse is a person.
5.
The patient's diet is restricted ______ foods high in sodium.
A) from
B) to
C) of
D) by
Answer: A) from
Reason: The correct phrasing is "restricted from,"
meaning prohibited from having.
6.
The clinic is located ______ the corner of Oak Street and 5th Avenue.
A) in
B) at
C) on
D) by
Answer: C) on
Reason: We use "on" when referring to a specific street
corner or street name.
7.
The doctor was called in ______ consult on the complex case.
A) to
B) for
C) at
D) with
Answer: A) to
Reason: The infinitive form is "to consult." The phrase
is "called in to consult."
8.
The medication should be stored ______ a cool, dry place.
A) on
B) at
C) in
D) by
Answer: C) in
Reason: We use "in" for a general, enclosed space or
location.
9.
The patient's condition is deteriorating ______ a rapid pace.
A) in
B) on
C) with
D) at
Answer: D) at
Reason: The correct idiom is "at a rapid pace" or "at
a fast rate."
10. The results of the study were compared ______ those of the
previous trial.
A) to
B) with
C) against
D) from
Answer: A) to
Reason: "Compare to" is used to point out similarities
between different things. "Compare with" is used to examine
differences. In this context, "to" is often preferred.
Subject-Verb Agreement (Questions 11–20)
11. The group of researchers ______ scheduled to present their
findings tomorrow.
A) is
B) are
C) were
D) have
Answer: A) is
Reason: The subject is "group" (singular), not "researchers."
Prepositional phrases do not change the subject.
12. Either the nurse or the physicians ______ responsible for
the error.
A) is
B) was
C) are
D) be
Answer: C) are
Reason: With "either/or," the verb agrees with the
subject closest to it. "Physicians" is plural.
13. Neither the patients nor the doctor ______ happy with the
delay.
A) is
B) are
C) were
D) have
Answer: A) is
Reason: With "neither/nor," the verb agrees with the
subject closest to it. "Doctor" is singular.
14. Every one of the test tubes ______ been labeled correctly.
A) have
B) has
C) were
D) are
Answer: B) has
Reason: The subject is "Every one" (singular), which
takes a singular verb.
15. The number of cases ______ increasing each week.
A) are
B) were
C) is
D) have
Answer: C) is
Reason: "The number" is always singular. "A
number" is plural.
16. The data from the clinical trial ______ inconclusive.
A) is
B) are
C) was
D) has
Answer: B) are
Reason: "Data" is the plural form of "datum"
and typically takes a plural verb.
17. The nurse, along with the interns, ______ attending the
seminar.
A) are
B) is
C) were
D) have
Answer: B) is
Reason: The main subject is "nurse" (singular). Phrases
like "along with" do not affect the verb.
18. The patient's symptoms ______ including nausea and
dizziness.
A) is
B) are
C) was
D) has
Answer: B) are
Reason: The subject "symptoms" is plural and requires a
plural verb.
19. Each of the surgical instruments ______ to be sterilized.
A) need
B) needs
C) needing
D) have needed
Answer: B) needs
Reason: The subject is "Each" (singular), which
requires a singular verb.
20. The news about the outbreak ______ alarming.
A) are
B) were
C) have been
D) is
Answer: D) is
Reason: "News" is a singular, uncountable noun and
takes a singular verb.
Denotation and Connotation (Questions 21–30)
21. The patient was described as "stubborn" by
the attending physician. In this context, "stubborn" has a
____________.
A) positive denotation
B) neutral connotation
C) negative connotation
D) positive connotation
Answer: C) negative connotation
Reason: "Stubborn" means refusing to change one's
opinion (denotation). In a medical setting, it usually has a negative
connotation, implying non-compliance.
22. The nurse praised the child for being "persistent"
with their breathing exercises. Which word has a similar denotation but a more
negative connotation?
A) Diligent
B) Tenacious
C) Obstinate
D) Resolute
Answer: C) Obstinate
Reason: All words mean firm or determined. "Obstinate"
has a negative connotation, implying stubbornness.
23. The doctor noted that the patient was "slender."
Which of the following has the most positive connotation?
A) Thin
B) Scrawny
C) Slim
D) Skinny
Answer: C) Slim
Reason: "Slim" has a positive connotation, implying
attractive leanness.
24. The term "assertive" to describe a new
nurse's communication style has a ____________.
A) negative connotation
B) neutral denotation
C) positive connotation
D) negative denotation
Answer: C) positive connotation
Reason: "Assertive" means being confident and
self-assured. In a professional context, this is viewed positively.
25. Which word has a more negative connotation than "inexpensive"?
A) Affordable
B) Budget-friendly
C) Cheap
D) Reasonable
Answer: C) Cheap
Reason: "Cheap" often implies low quality, whereas "inexpensive"
simply means low cost.
26. The patient's "fragile" health was a major
concern. The denotation of "fragile" is ____________.
A) easily broken or damaged
B) weak and sickly
C) delicate and beautiful
D) requiring special care
Answer: A) easily broken or damaged
Reason: Denotation is the literal dictionary definition.
27. The word "aroma" is often used with a
____________.
A) negative connotation
B) neutral connotation
C) positive connotation
D) negative denotation
Answer: C) positive connotation
Reason: "Aroma" usually implies a pleasant smell.
28. A patient described as "childish" is being
given a ____________.
A) neutral denotation
B) positive connotation
C) negative connotation
D) neutral connotation
Answer: C) negative connotation
Reason: "Childish" implies immaturity and is insulting.
"Childlike" (positive) is not used here.
29. The word "notorious" has a ____________.
A) neutral connotation
B) positive connotation
C) negative connotation
D) positive denotation
Answer: C) negative connotation
Reason: "Notorious" means famous for something bad.
30. The phrase "the patient expired" uses "expired"
to ____________.
A) create a positive connotation
B) provide a neutral denotation
C) create a euphemism
D) provide a literal description
Answer: C) create a euphemism
Reason: "Expired" is a euphemism (a mild or indirect
word) used in healthcare to soften the emotional impact of saying "died."
Verb Tense (Questions 31–40)
31. The patient ______ in the waiting room for over an hour
before being seen.
A) waits
B) has waited
C) had been waiting
D) will wait
Answer: C) had been waiting
Reason: The past perfect progressive tense is used to show an action
that was ongoing in the past before another past action ("being
seen").
32.
By the time the doctor arrives, the nurse ______ the preliminary tests.
A) will have completed
B) completed
C) completes
D) is completing
Answer: A) will have completed
Reason: The future perfect tense is used for an action that will be
completed before a specific time in the future.
33.
The hospital _____ a new wing every year for the past decade.
A) builds
B) has built
C) built
D) will build
Answer: B) has built
Reason: The present perfect tense is used for actions that started in
the past and continue to the present ("for the past decade").
34.
Currently, the research team _____ data from the clinical trial.
A) analyzes
B) is analyzing
C) has analyzed
D) analyzed
Answer: B) is analyzing
Reason: The present progressive tense is used for an action happening
right now ("currently").
35.
The surgeon _____ a procedure like this many times before.
A) will perform
B) performs
C) has performed
D) performed
Answer: C) has performed
Reason: The present perfect tense is used for an action in the past with
an unspecified time that has relevance to the present.
36.
Prior to the meeting, the manager _____ the agenda.
A) prepared
B) has prepared
C) will prepare
D) prepares
Answer: A) prepared
Reason: The simple past tense is used for a completed action in the past
("prior to the meeting").
37.
The new policy _____ into effect next Monday.
A) went
B) goes
C) will go
D) has gone
Answer: C) will go
Reason: The simple future tense is used for an action that will happen
in the future ("next Monday").
38.
The patient _____ her medication every morning for the last three weeks.
A) takes
B) took
C) has taken
D) is taking
Answer: C) has taken
Reason: The present perfect tense indicates an action that started in
the past and continues up to the present ("for the last three
weeks").
39.
The research paper _____ by the end of the month.
A) will be submitted
B) was submitted
C) is being submitted
D) has been submitted
Answer: A) will be submitted
Reason: The simple future passive voice is needed to indicate an action
that will happen in the future ("by the end of the month").
40.
The students _____ for the exam when the fire alarm went off.
A) study
B) have studied
C) studied
D) were studying
Answer: D) were studying
Reason: The past progressive tense is used to show an action that was in
progress when another action ("went off") interrupted it.
Mixed Questions (Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement,
Denotation/Connotation, Tense) (Questions 41–50)
41.
The quality of the hospital's services _____ improved significantly.
A) have
B) has
C) are
D) were
Answer: B) has
Reason: The subject is "quality" (singular), not
"services." The verb must be singular.
42.
The physician is averse _____ prescribing unnecessary antibiotics.
A) to
B) from
C) with
D) against
Answer: A) to
Reason: The correct idiom is "averse to," meaning opposed to.
43.
The term "intervention" has a neutral denotation. In a patient's
chart, a nurse writing "the patient refused the intervention" gives
the word a more ____________.
A) positive connotation
B) literal denotation
C) negative connotation
D) neutral connotation
Answer: C) negative connotation
Reason: The word "refused" changes the neutral term
"intervention" to imply non-compliance or a negative outcome.
44.
The hospital board _____ deciding on the budget for the next fiscal year.
A) is
B) are
C) were
D) have
Answer: A) is
Reason: "Board" is a collective noun that is usually treated
as singular in American English.
45.
The new nurse is a "novice." The denotation of "novice" is
a beginner. A more positive word with a similar denotation would be
____________.
A) Amateur
B) Neophyte
C) Rookie
D) Apprentice
Answer: D) Apprentice
Reason: "Apprentice" implies a structured learning process and
has a more positive connotation than "novice" or "rookie."
46.
By the time the ambulance arrives, the paramedics _____ the patient stabilized.
A) will have
B) have
C) had
D) will
Answer: A) will have
Reason: Future perfect tense indicates an action that will be completed
before a specific future time.
47.
The patient, along with his family members, _____ in the consultation room.
A) are waiting
B) were waiting
C) is waiting
D) have waited
Answer: C) is waiting
Reason: The main subject is "patient" (singular). Phrases like
"along with" are parenthetical and don't affect the verb.
48.
The success of the therapy depends _____ the patient's cooperation.
A) of
B) from
C) on
D) for
Answer: C) on
Reason: "Depends on" is the correct phrasal verb.
49.
The word "cadaver" is used in medical settings. Its denotation is a
dead body. Because it is used in a clinical, detached manner, it has a
____________.
A) positive connotation
B) negative denotation
C) neutral connotation
D) positive denotation
Answer: C) neutral connotation
Reason: In a medical context, "cadaver" is a clinical term
with a neutral connotation, used to avoid the emotional weight of "dead
body."
50.
The surgeon _____ the procedure many times in her career.
A) performs
B) is performing
C) has performed
D) was performing
Answer: C) has performed
Reason: Present perfect tense is used for an action in the past with an
unspecified time (her career) that connects to the present.
Mixed Questions (Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement,
Denotation/Connotation, Tense) (Questions 51–60)
51.
Neither the nurse nor the doctors _____ available for the meeting.
A) is
B) was
C) are
D) be
Answer: C) are
Reason: With "neither/nor," the verb agrees with the
closest subject. "Doctors" is plural.
52.
The staff _____ been working tirelessly to address the shortage.
A) has
B) have
C) are
D) were
Answer: B) have
Reason: While "staff" is a collective noun, it can be
plural if the emphasis is on the individual members. "Have" is
commonly used with "staff" in American English.
53.
The student was "enthusiastic" about her clinical rotation. The word
"enthusiastic" has a ____________.
A) positive denotation and positive
connotation
B) neutral denotation and positive connotation
C) negative denotation and negative connotation
D) positive denotation and neutral connotation
Answer: A) positive denotation and positive connotation
Reason: "Enthusiastic" means having intense interest
(positive denotation) and evokes a positive feeling (positive connotation).
54.
I will wait for you _____ the main entrance.
A) in
B) at
C) on
D) by
Answer: B) at
Reason: We use "at" for a specific point or place.
55.
The patient's appetite _____ decreased since starting the medication.
A) has
B) have
C) is
D) are
Answer: A) has
Reason: "Appetite" is singular, so it takes "has"
in the present perfect tense.
56.
The word "slender" has a more positive connotation than ____________.
A) svelte
B) slim
C) thin
D) willowy
Answer: C) thin
Reason: "Thin" is often more neutral or even slightly
negative, while "slender," "svelte," and "willowy"
are generally more positive.
57.
The results of the tests _____ being reviewed by the specialist.
A) is
B) was
C) are
D) has
Answer: C) are
Reason: The subject is "results" (plural), so the verb
must be plural ("are").
58.
The patient's condition is "unstable." The denotation is "not
steady or fixed." This word has a ____________ in a medical chart.
A) positive connotation
B) negative connotation
C) neutral denotation
D) positive denotation
Answer: B) negative connotation
Reason: "Unstable" is a medical term that clearly
implies a dangerous or poor state of health.
59.
The delivery of the supplies _____ been delayed due to the storm.
A) have
B) has
C) are
D) were
Answer: B) has
Reason: The subject "delivery" is singular; "supplies"
is the object of the preposition "of."
60.
At 9:00 AM tomorrow, the surgeon _____ the operation.
A) will be performing
B) will have performed
C) performs
D) performed
Answer: A) will be performing
Reason: The future progressive tense is used to indicate an action that
will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
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