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Which of the following transitional expressions should be used to show cause and effect?

A. For example

B. Consequently

C. Likewise

D. In other words

Answer Explanation:

The word "Consequently" should be used to show cause and effect as it indicates a logical result or consequence of a previous action or event.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Language

  • Q #1: In which of the following situations is it most appropriate to use informal language?

    A. An email to a professor about an assignment

    B. A text message to a friend from class

    C. A job application for a teaching position

    D. A peer new in an academic journal

    Answer Explanation

    Text messages to friends are typically more informal than other types of communication. The other situations mentioned require more formal or academic language.

  • Q #2: Which of the following sentences uses the correct capitalization?

    A. The Red Cross is a Liaison for the families of Soldiers stationed in other countries, acting as a go-between for separated spouses, parents, and children

    B. The Red cross is a Liaison for the families of Soldiers stationed in other counties, acting as a go-between for separated spouses, parents, and children

    C. The Red Cross is a Liaison for the families of soldiers stationed in other countries, acting as a go-between for separated spouses, parents, and children

    D. The Red Cross is a liaison for the families of soldiers stationed in other countries, acting as a go-between for separated spouses, parents, and children

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #3: Which of the following sentences correctly follows the rules of capitalization?

    A. The Geography students took a class trip to the Rocky Mountains

    B. Even though he moved to New York, he was born in a Western town

    C. I plan to enroll in College next year.

    D. The A1 Plumbing Board of Directors gave every employee a raise

    Answer Explanation

    A capital letter is used for the first word of a sentence and for all proper nouns (words that name a specific person, place, organization, or thing). Capitalization in D is used to indicate the organization and compared to other others that do not follow the requirements for using capital letters, it makes D the correct answer.