ATI TEAS ENGLISH QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026
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Core Domains
Conventions of Standard English (Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Sentence Structure)
Knowledge of Language (Tone, Style, Audience, Register)
Vocabulary Acquisition and Usage (Context Clues, Denotation/Connotation, Roots/Affixes)
Sentence Combining and Revision
Logical Organization and Transitional Elements
Writing Process and Research Skills
Purpose and Audience Analysis
Clarity, Precision, and Economy of Language
Introduction
This examination assesses foundational English language skills essential for academic and professional success in
health sciences. Candidates will demonstrate mastery of standard English conventions, including grammar,
punctuation, and sentence structure. The exam evaluates vocabulary usage, contextual understanding, and the
ability to revise and combine sentences for clarity. Questions include multiple-choice and scenario-based items
that require real-world application, ethical decision-making in written communication, and critical analysis of tone
and purpose. Each item reflects the complexity and rigor required for nursing and allied health programs.
Thorough preparation ensures readiness for the ATI TEAS English subtest.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?
A. The group of nurses are planning a training session.
B. Each of the patients has received their medication.
C. Neither the doctor nor the nurses was available.
D. The collection of vital signs were completed on time.
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Each” is a singular indefinite pronoun, requiring the singular verb “has.” “Each of the patients
has received their medication” follows this rule. A, C, and D contain agreement errors: “group…are” (should be
“is”), “neither…nor” with mixed number (should be “were”), and “collection…were” (should be “was”).
Question 2
In which sentence is the apostrophe used correctly to indicate possession?
A. The nurses’s lounge is located on the third floor.
B. The patient’s vital signs are stable after surgery.
C. The childrens’ toys were collected for donation.
D. The hospital’s policy’s are updated annually.
,🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Patient’s” correctly shows singular possession for one patient. A is incorrect because “nurses’”
is already plural possessive; adding ’s is redundant. C should be “children’s” (irregular plural). D incorrectly uses
apostrophes for plural nouns (“policy’s” should be “policies”).
Question 3
Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct.
A. The nurse asked, “are you feeling any discomfort”?
B. The nurse asked “are you feeling any discomfort?”
C. The nurse asked, “Are you feeling any discomfort?”
D. The nurse asked “Are you feeling any discomfort”?
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: C correctly places the comma before the opening quotation mark, capitalizes the first word of
the quoted question, and positions the question mark inside the closing quotation mark. A and D place the
question mark incorrectly outside quotes. B omits the required comma before the quote.
Question 4
Which word is misspelled in the following sentence?
The physician recommended an anitbiotic to treat the acute infection, but the patient was allergic.
, A. recommended
B. anitbiotic
C. acute
D. allergic
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Anitbiotic” is misspelled; the correct spelling is “antibiotic.” The other words are spelled
correctly. Recognizing common medical terminology spelling errors is essential for clear documentation.
Question 5
Select the sentence that uses parallel structure correctly.
A. The nursing assistant is responsible for taking vitals, to record intake, and checking wounds.
B. The patient was instructed to rest, elevating his legs, and that he should drink fluids.
C. The protocol requires washing hands, donning gloves, and disposing of sharps properly.
D. The course covers anatomy, how to administer injections, and pharmacology basics.
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: C uses three parallel gerund phrases (“washing,” “donning,” “disposing”). A mixes a gerund with
an infinitive and another gerund. B mixes a verb, a participle, and a clause. D mixes a noun, a clause, and a noun
phrase.
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Core Domains
Conventions of Standard English (Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, Sentence Structure)
Knowledge of Language (Tone, Style, Audience, Register)
Vocabulary Acquisition and Usage (Context Clues, Denotation/Connotation, Roots/Affixes)
Sentence Combining and Revision
Logical Organization and Transitional Elements
Writing Process and Research Skills
Purpose and Audience Analysis
Clarity, Precision, and Economy of Language
Introduction
This examination assesses foundational English language skills essential for academic and professional success in
health sciences. Candidates will demonstrate mastery of standard English conventions, including grammar,
punctuation, and sentence structure. The exam evaluates vocabulary usage, contextual understanding, and the
ability to revise and combine sentences for clarity. Questions include multiple-choice and scenario-based items
that require real-world application, ethical decision-making in written communication, and critical analysis of tone
and purpose. Each item reflects the complexity and rigor required for nursing and allied health programs.
Thorough preparation ensures readiness for the ATI TEAS English subtest.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?
A. The group of nurses are planning a training session.
B. Each of the patients has received their medication.
C. Neither the doctor nor the nurses was available.
D. The collection of vital signs were completed on time.
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Each” is a singular indefinite pronoun, requiring the singular verb “has.” “Each of the patients
has received their medication” follows this rule. A, C, and D contain agreement errors: “group…are” (should be
“is”), “neither…nor” with mixed number (should be “were”), and “collection…were” (should be “was”).
Question 2
In which sentence is the apostrophe used correctly to indicate possession?
A. The nurses’s lounge is located on the third floor.
B. The patient’s vital signs are stable after surgery.
C. The childrens’ toys were collected for donation.
D. The hospital’s policy’s are updated annually.
,🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Patient’s” correctly shows singular possession for one patient. A is incorrect because “nurses’”
is already plural possessive; adding ’s is redundant. C should be “children’s” (irregular plural). D incorrectly uses
apostrophes for plural nouns (“policy’s” should be “policies”).
Question 3
Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct.
A. The nurse asked, “are you feeling any discomfort”?
B. The nurse asked “are you feeling any discomfort?”
C. The nurse asked, “Are you feeling any discomfort?”
D. The nurse asked “Are you feeling any discomfort”?
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: C correctly places the comma before the opening quotation mark, capitalizes the first word of
the quoted question, and positions the question mark inside the closing quotation mark. A and D place the
question mark incorrectly outside quotes. B omits the required comma before the quote.
Question 4
Which word is misspelled in the following sentence?
The physician recommended an anitbiotic to treat the acute infection, but the patient was allergic.
, A. recommended
B. anitbiotic
C. acute
D. allergic
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: “Anitbiotic” is misspelled; the correct spelling is “antibiotic.” The other words are spelled
correctly. Recognizing common medical terminology spelling errors is essential for clear documentation.
Question 5
Select the sentence that uses parallel structure correctly.
A. The nursing assistant is responsible for taking vitals, to record intake, and checking wounds.
B. The patient was instructed to rest, elevating his legs, and that he should drink fluids.
C. The protocol requires washing hands, donning gloves, and disposing of sharps properly.
D. The course covers anatomy, how to administer injections, and pharmacology basics.
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: C uses three parallel gerund phrases (“washing,” “donning,” “disposing”). A mixes a gerund with
an infinitive and another gerund. B mixes a verb, a participle, and a clause. D mixes a noun, a clause, and a noun
phrase.
