Teas V7 Reading, Comprehension of Written Directions 10-1

What are the four key types of transition words?

emphasis, addition, contrast, and order

What does the transition word emphasis mean?

to highlight something

What does the transition word addition mean?

add more information

What does the transition word contrast mean?

differences opposing ideas

What does the transition word “order” mean?

Sequence of ideas or events

Emphasis:

-Undoubtedly

-Indeed

-Obviously

-Particularly/ in particular

-Especially

-Clearly

-Importantly

-Absolutely

-Definitely

-Without a doubt

-Never

-Should be noted

Addition:

-Additionally/ an additional

-Furthermore

-Also

-Too

-As well as

-Along with

-Besides

-In addition

-Moreover

-Not only

-Apart from this

Contrast:

-Unlike

-Nevertheless

-On the other hand

-Nonetheless

-Despite/ in spite of

-In contrast (to)

-While

-Whereas

-Alternatively

-Conversely

-Even so

-Differing from

Order:

-First/ firstly

-Second/ secondly

-Third/ thirdly

-Finally

-At this time

-Following

-Previously

-Before

-Subsequently

-Above all

-Last but not least

-First and foremost

Which transition word in the paragraph is used to emphasize a crucial point?

a.) regularly

b.) includes

c.) importantly

d.) for instance

Which transition word in the paragraph indicates the addition of information?

a.) leads

b.) furthermore

c.) like

d.) these

Which transition word in the paragraph introduces a contrasting idea?

a.) Known

b.) Alternatively

c.) Including

d.) Highlights

Which transition word in the paragraph is used to indicate the next sequence of events?

a.) Convert

b.) First

c.) Second

d.) Essential

“Priorities in directions” are like the same thing as transition words; what are they provided as?

provided in list formats with bullets or number priority

What is an example of “priorities in directions?”

Example: first, second, third, fourth or first, additionally, next, and finally

According to Julia’s study plan, which two activities are planned to be done together?

a.) reviewing class notes and taking practice tests

b.) joining online forums and revising weakest subjects

c.) taking practice tests and joining online forums

d.) refreshing fundamental and knowledge and revising weakest subjects

Missing information and contradictions:

Scan for gaps and statements that contradict against actions

Missing information:

-Skim the passage to grasp the main idea (last sentence of first paragraph)

-Identify what specific information the question seeks

-Look for gaps in the explanation

Contraindications:

-Understand context (medical, mechanical)

-Identify any mentioned conditions, situations, or factors

-Look for statements that advise against certain actions

What crucial aspect of heart health maintenance is missing from Dr. Ellis’s seminar?

a.) The importance of regular exercise

b.) The benefits of a balanced diet

c.) The role of medication in heart health

d.) The importance of avoiding smoking

What contraindication does Dr. Nguyen advise against for her patient?

a.) Taking prescribed blood pressure medication

b.) Engaging in high-intensity exercise

c.) Consuming a high-protein diet

d.) Using a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)